Vincent Cassel (Paris, November 23, 1966) is a French actor, known for his intensity and versatility. His film career took an international turn with Mathieu Kassovitz's cult film *La Haine* (1995).

Cassel has established himself in both French and Hollywood productions, standing out for his choice of complex and often ambiguous roles. Among his most important films are *Brotherhood of the Wolf* (2001), the controversial *Irréversible* (2002), and the acclaimed double biopic on Jacques Mesrine, *Public Enemy Number One* (2008), for which he received numerous accolades. He has also appeared in international successes such as *Ocean's Twelve* (2004), *Eastern Promises* (2007), and *Black Swan* (2010).

He is known for portraying charismatic characters, often rebellious, violent, or with a strong screen presence, ranging from criminals to anti-heroes.