Veronica's Room (play)
Veronica's Room is a theatrical play by Ira Levin (an author best known for Rosemary's Baby), originally mounted in 1973.
Plot
The play opens with an elderly couple inviting a young girl (Susan) and her date, whom they had spotted while dining at a restaurant, to visit the bedroom of a dead girl (Veronica) that they knew and who looked like Susan.
The young pair accept the invitation, led by curiosity to see a photograph that shows Veronica's likeness. Before long, they are trapped in an unexpected situation that leads to a dramatic ending.
Film
It's been rumored Screen Gems in association with Walden Media will adapt a possible film based on the play. It's been said it may be starred by Tilda Swinton and Rooney Mara.
Original play
At its original presentation in 1973, Eileen Heckart played the elderly female, Arthur Kennedy played the elderly male, Regina Baff played the girl (Susan), and Kipp Osborne played the young man (Susan's date).
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