Light up the Void  

This opening sequence from the most controversial French film of 2002 can easily rival the great classics.

This is a title sequence of monumental and striking impact, the result of clever typographic interventions, impeccably precise editing, and vibrant graphic animations. The sounds and music are meticulously chosen, including strategically placed moments of silence. It's astonishing how, through these simple means, a captivating atmosphere is evoked. Here, a title sequence transcends its mere function to become an art form in its own right. The tension between perfection and distortion is captivating. A feeling of unease arises as the vertical titles tilt, before tumbling down the screen. A Hitchcockian melody follows, then a mysterious still image that tumbles. The pulsating title sequence of the second part is accompanied by a powerful drumbeat.

In the story of Irreversible, time is reversed, and scenes from the past and present intertwine. For the opening credits, Gaspar Noé uses inversion as a formal strategy, reversing letters and words to create a sense of suspense, urgency, and fear. We know that something important, something profound, is about to happen.

Art Of The Title

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