Review of The Double Life of Véronique (1991) by Jesper J — 15 Jul 2009

Liked the first part better than the second though they are equally strange.

This review of The Double Life of Véronique (1991) was written by Jesper J on 15 Jul 2009.

The Double Life of Véronique has generally received very positive reviews.

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