What Happens at the End of Inferno?

Based on true events, the film follows Mathilde Cordier, a young detective from the Criminal Investigation Division with a history of abuse, is laid off as an intervention goes awry. Following the disappearance of a young girl, Mathilde, outside the law, will conduct her own investigation and follow the trail of a man named François Renard. A man with a troubled and violent past who claims to have settled down. As she sinks into a spiral of darkness, Mathilde faces the most monstrous aspects of humanity.

Brandon Gotto's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Margaux Colarusso (Mathilde Cordier)'s journey. Following the disappearance of a young girl, Mathilde, outside the law, will conduct her own investigation and follow the trail of a man named François Renard.

How Does Margaux Colarusso (Mathilde Cordier)'s Story End?

• Margaux Colarusso: Margaux Colarusso's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
• Michel Angely (François Renard): Michel Angely's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
• Annick Cornette (Chantal): Annick Cornette's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

Is Inferno Based on a True Story?

Yes — Inferno draws from real events. The ending reflects documented outcomes, though Brandon Gotto has taken creative liberties in dramatizing specific scenes for cinematic impact.

What Does the Ending of Inferno Mean?

The ending of Inferno brings the narrative to a close, though viewer reception has been mixed. The resolution of Margaux Colarusso's story may not satisfy all audiences.