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Irreversible

Irreversible

2002
Crime Drama Thriller
93 min NR France
7.176 / 10
7.3 IMDB

A woman’s lover and her ex-boyfriend take justice into their own hands after she becomes the victim of a rapist. Because some acts can’t be undone. Because man…

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Gaspar Noé / Julien Selleron / Olivier Théry-Lapiney / Stephane Derderian
Starring
Monica Bellucci / Vincent Cassel / Albert Dupontel / Jo Prestia / Philippe Nahon / Stéphane Drouot / Jean-Louis Costes / Mick Gondouin

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

challenging graphic disturbing visceral intense raw brutal unforgettable divisive potent bleak unforgettable

Reviews

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Seraphina Jones
May 9, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

'Irreversible' is a cinematic gauntlet, a film that sears itself into the viewer's consciousness. Gaspar Noé's audacious decision to tell the story in reverse chronological order is not a gimmick but a fundamental element that amplifies the emotional…

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Alistair Finch
May 9, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

The title 'Irreversible' is a fitting descriptor for the lasting impact this film leaves. Gaspar Noé crafts a narrative that unfolds backwards, a stylistic choice that imbues the story of retribution with a unique, disquieting power. The performances…

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Genevieve Dubois
May 9, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

Gaspar Noé’s 'Irreversible' is a masterclass in visceral filmmaking, employing a reverse timeline to dissect a harrowing tale of sexual assault and its violent aftermath. Monica Bellucci and Vincent Cassel are utterly captivating, their performances radiating a profound…

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Marcus Thorne
May 9, 2026
2.5 / 5
2.5

Arguably one of cinema’s most challenging experiences, 'Irreversible' pushes boundaries with its unflinching depiction of violence and trauma. The reverse narrative, while artistically ambitious, serves to heighten the sense of dread and inevitability surrounding the events. Vincent Cassel…

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Eleanor Vance
May 9, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

Gaspar Noé’s 'Irreversible' is not a film one casually watches; it’s an ordeal. Presented in a reverse chronological structure that amplifies its brutal impact, the narrative follows a quest for vengeance born from unspeakable violence. Monica Bellucci and…

FAQs

Information regarding streaming availability for 'Irreversible' in Australia can vary. It's advisable to check major Australian streaming platforms like Stan, Binge, or Foxtel Now, as well as digital rental services such as Apple TV, Google Play, or YouTube Movies. Due to its niche and often restricted nature, physical media releases or special screenings might also be options for dedicated film enthusiasts seeking to experience this challenging work.