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Irreversible (2002)

Irréversible

Drama, Thriller, Crime • 1h 37m

Overview

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 is an animal. Because the desire for vengeance is a natural impulse. Because most crimes remain unpunished.

Director: Gaspar Noé

Best English-Friendly Release

Best Video Release

UK Indicator is good, not sure about US

Format

1080p Blu-ray

TSPDT

2026: #854
2025: #835
2024: #860
2023: #848
2022: #848

Criterion Forum

Review

Picture: 7, Audio: 9, Extras: 10

Length

97 mins

Type

Movie

Alternative Titles

Irreversible: Straight Cut

Last Updated

2 years ago

Contributors

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Best English-Friendly Release
Best Video Release

UK Indicator is good, not sure about US

Format
1080p Blu-ray
TSPDT
2026: #854
2025: #835
2024: #860
2023: #848
2022: #848
Criterion Forum
Review

Picture: 7, Audio: 9, Extras: 10

Length
97 mins
Type
Movie
Alternative Titles
Irreversible: Straight Cut
Last Updated
2 years ago
Contributors

-

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