Review of Irreversible (2002) by Jon P — 16 Jun 2015
Gaspar Noe's psychedelic revenge chiller brings us looping, lingering cinematography that only ever stops and pins us dead still when we least want it to.
The film initially looks a little like Caligula on acid but, as the frenzied narrative reveals itself in reverse, we soon learn why everyone in its filthy frames wants to know where "The Rectum" (the name of a Gay Bar) is.
Between sexual oddity, the siren-like soundtrack and some serious face-smashing, Noe's film offers cutting commentary on the darker side of human indignation, holding much more in its fists than sole visceral novelty. Unsettling and oftentimes ugly, yet unquestionably punchy.
This review of Irreversible (2002) was written by Jon P on 16 Jun 2015.
Irreversible has generally received positive reviews.
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