Review of Irreversible (2002) by Adam M — 14 Jan 2012

It's a triumph of technical filmmaking - if you have the stomach for it.. If you've never seen a film by gaspar noe, brace yourself.

This review of Irreversible (2002) was written by Adam M on 14 Jan 2012.

Irreversible has generally received positive reviews.

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