[163 Talk Forbidden Films] Madness and desire lead to loss and destruction - "Irreversible"

This issue of [163 Talk Forbidden Films] brings you one of the world's top ten banned films, "Irreversible." For a long time, many cinephiles who have a soft spot for Italian goddess Monica Bellucci hesitated to watch this movie. Monica remains alluring and seductive, but in this film, she does not evoke any desire from the audience. In fact, many viewers claimed they almost vomited while watching this movie. So, what makes "Irreversible" so extreme, and what deeper implications does it carry?

Film information for "Irreversible":

Director: Gaspar Noé

Starring: Monica Bellucci, Vincent Cassel, Albert Dupontel

Genre: Drama/Crime/Thriller/Mystery

Country/Region: France

Release Date: May 22, 2002

Synopsis of "Irreversible":

This highly controversial film tells the story of a woman played by Monica Bellucci who, after being raped by a strange man, takes revenge with her friend and ex-husband, leading to a bloody massacre. The film is known for its extremely violent scenes and a 9-minute rape sequence. The pseudo-documentary filming style makes the story seem very real. The movie's slogan is: Time destroys everything. It claims to explore the themes of time and trauma, delving into the eternal relationship between life and love.