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Irma Vep

"A Latex Comedy"

October 1, 1996 1h 39m 6.7/10 (237 votes)

Originally released in 1996. Irma Vep is a comedy/drama film. directed by Olivier Assayas.

Starring Maggie Cheung, Jean-Pierre Léaud, and Nathalie Richard

Synopsis

Hong Kong action diva Maggie Cheung comes to France when a past-his-prime director casts her in a remake of the silent classic Les Vampires. Clad in a rubber catsuit and unable to speak a word of French, Cheung finds herself adrift in the insanity of the film industry…

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 1, 1996 29 years ago
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Runtime 1h 39m 99 minutes total
User Rating 6.7/10 Good (237 votes)
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Language French Original language
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Country France Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • Dacia Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Irma Vep about?

Hong Kong action diva Maggie Cheung comes to France when a past-his-prime director casts her in a remake of the silent classic Les Vampires. Clad in a rubber catsuit and unable to speak a word of F...

Who directed Irma Vep?

Irma Vep was directed by Olivier Assayas.

How long is Irma Vep?

Irma Vep has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).

When was Irma Vep released?

Irma Vep was released on October 1, 1996 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Irma Vep?

The main cast of Irma Vep includes Maggie Cheung, Jean-Pierre Léaud, Nathalie Richard, Antoine Basler, Nathalie Boutefeu.

Is Irma Vep worth watching?

Irma Vep has a user rating of 6.7/10 based on 237 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.