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The film had a special screening in [[Brazil]] on August 7, 2009 and was followed by an August 21st release. On its opening weekend, it grossed US$90,455 with 61 screens.<ref name="boxofficemojo.com"/> The film |
The film had a special screening in [[Brazil]] on August 7, 2009 and was followed by an August 21st release. On its opening weekend, it grossed US$90,455 with 61 screens.<ref name="boxofficemojo.com"/> The film was released in [[Poland]] on October 2, 2009<ref>[http://www.vision.pl/Kino/pid,22157421,n,Weronika-postanawia-umrzec Weronika postanawia umrzeć]</ref> and is next set for release in [[Sweden]] on October 30, 2009.<ref>[http://www.sf.se/filmer/film/7007046/Veronika-bestaemmer-sig-foer-att-doe Veronika-bestaemmer-sig-foer-att-doe]</ref> |
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According to the website of Paulo Coelho's literary agent, the U.S. and UK premiere is currently scheduled for spring 2010.<ref>[http://www.santjordi-asociados.com/titles/thefilm.htm?5#veronika http://www.santjordi-asociados.com/titles/thefilm.htm?5#veronika]</ref> |
According to the website of Paulo Coelho's literary agent, the U.S. and UK premiere is currently scheduled for spring 2010.<ref>[http://www.santjordi-asociados.com/titles/thefilm.htm?5#veronika http://www.santjordi-asociados.com/titles/thefilm.htm?5#veronika]</ref> |
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| Veronika Decides to Die | |
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| Directed by | Emily Young |
| Written by | Paulo Coelho (book) Larry Gross |
| Starring | Sarah Michelle Gellar Jonathan Tucker |
| Music by | Murray Gold[1] |
Release dates | 21 August 2009 (Brazil) 2 October 2009 (Poland) 30 October 2009 (Sweden) |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $9,000,000 (estimated) |
| Box office | $90,455[2]. |
Veronika Decides to Die is an upcoming drama directed by Emily Young and starring Sarah Michelle Gellar,[3] Jonathan Tucker,[4] Melissa Leo, David Thewlis and Erika Christensen,[5] adapted from the novel of the same name by Paulo Coelho
The setting of the movie is New York instead of the original location of the novel in Ljubljana, Slovenia.
It was reported that Kate Bosworth was previously attached to the project.[6]
Plot
Veronika (Sarah Michelle Gellar) wakes up in a mental institution after a failed suicide attempt. She discovers that she has a weakened heart and only days to live. The film follows her recovery as she finds true love and a newfound will to survive.
Production
Filming of the movie began on May 12, 2008 in New York City and wrapped on June 22nd. The novel was adapted for film by Muse Productions, Das Films, and Velvet Steamroller Entertainment.[7]
Release and box office performance
The film had a special screening in Brazil on August 7, 2009 and was followed by an August 21st release. On its opening weekend, it grossed US$90,455 with 61 screens.[2] The film was released in Poland on October 2, 2009[8] and is next set for release in Sweden on October 30, 2009.[9]
According to the website of Paulo Coelho's literary agent, the U.S. and UK premiere is currently scheduled for spring 2010.[10]
Cast
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Sarah Michelle Gellar | Veronika |
| Jonathan Tucker | Eduard |
| Erika Christensen | Claire |
| Melissa Leo | Mari |
| David Thewlis | Dr. Blake |
References
- ^ http://www.filmmusicmag.com/?p=2144
- ^ a b http://www.boxofficemojo.com/intl/brazil/?yr=2009&wk=34&p=.htm
- ^ "Casting Call for 'Veronika'". Retrieved April 11 2008.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|accessdate=(help); Unknown parameter|dateformat=ignored (help) - ^ "Young Hollywood Awards". Interview. Retrieved June 17 2008.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|accessdate=(help); Unknown parameter|dateformat=ignored (help) - ^ "Variety.com". Das Films teams for adaptation. Retrieved May 17 2008.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|accessdate=(help); Unknown parameter|dateformat=ignored (help) - ^ "Variety Gellar in talks for 'Veronika". Retrieved March 16 2008.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|accessdate=(help); Unknown parameter|dateformat=ignored (help) - ^ "Variety.com". Das Films teams for adaptation. Retrieved May 17 2008.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|accessdate=(help); Unknown parameter|dateformat=ignored (help) - ^ Weronika postanawia umrzeć
- ^ Veronika-bestaemmer-sig-foer-att-doe
- ^ http://www.santjordi-asociados.com/titles/thefilm.htm?5#veronika
