Experience Krzysztof Kieślowski's acclaimed film, "The Double Life of Veronique," which garnered international recognition. The screening on Saturday, April 18th, includes an introduction by Richard Peña, Professor Emeritus, Columbia University, and Director Emeritus, NYFF. A special Q&A session with actor Irène Jacob will follow the screening on Saturday, April 25th. The film is presented as part of the "Moral Mazes of Krzysztof Kieślowski" series.

The Double Life of Veronique with Richard Peña (Professor Emeritus, Columbia University, and Director Emeritus, NYFF)

Véronique is a beautiful young French woman who aspires to be a renowned singer; Weronika lives in Poland, has a similar career goal and looks identical to Véronique, though the two are not related. The film follows both women as they contend with the ups and downs of their individual lives, with Véronique embarking on an unusual romance with Alexandre Fabbri, a puppeteer who may be able to help her with her existential issues.