V for Vendetta
Warner Bros. Pictures | Release Date: March 17, 2006
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JORGES.Mar 18, 2006
As a controversial political thriller, it pretty much is average. As a kick ass view of the future with an eloquent terrorist wearing a kick ass mask, this is the most entertaining movie i've seen in a long time. Bravo!!
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VerbalK.Mar 19, 2006
Best eyecandy film I've seen this year so far. Please note that none of the READER REVIEWS up to this point mention the GRAPHIC by Lloyd and an Un-credited by choice Moore. One word for the others. Bollocks. Hellblazer had a decent Best eyecandy film I've seen this year so far. Please note that none of the READER REVIEWS up to this point mention the GRAPHIC by Lloyd and an Un-credited by choice Moore. One word for the others. Bollocks. Hellblazer had a decent movie spin and V also gets its just due. It really is a credit to Alan Moore that his themes and characterization still stand to make relevant theatrical releases some 20 years after its publication as comic media. The filmakers of V deserve credit for translating the same feel to motion picture. It is unfortunate that the original author has distanced himself from this release. Rodriguez's Sin City was to Frank Miller what Vendetta appears to be for Alan Moore. Mr Moore please embrace the mainstream exposure before WATCHMEN becomes the DaVINCI CODE, when it should be HOLY BLOOD HOLY GRAIL of comic films. After WATCHMEN comics were about as interesting as EPISODES I, II, and III after the original trilogy. And I read WATCHMEN when I was 13. Who else but luke and leia's moms could be this santized version of e-V-ey? Rhea excellent as always playing the out-of-the-loop englishman. My only quips are the jolly ending and the 'abduction' of evey sequence that I didn't particularly care for in the maxi-series either. Only Sean Bean as V could have made for a better film, but there is always NiteOwl II.… Expand
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NateB.Mar 19, 2006
A very good film, I don't know what they could've done to make it much better. I absolutely love the book, and this movie is a great adaptation. People complain because it doesn't answer anything, and it's not suppose to. A very good film, I don't know what they could've done to make it much better. I absolutely love the book, and this movie is a great adaptation. People complain because it doesn't answer anything, and it's not suppose to. V for Vendetta is very uncompromising tale that asks questions, and leaves it up to you to think about the morality of using violence to solve issues among many other things. I just give it a point off because I thought the ending of the novel was much more believable than in the movie. If you read, pay attention to what goes on in the world, and are not turned off by some violence then go see this movie. If you watch Reality TV [Ed: huh?], voted for Bush or listen to Creed, stay at home.… Expand
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MichaelM.Mar 19, 2006
Is certain to spark debate among people of both party lines. It's importance in subject manner is equal to it's ability to entertain. I haven't seen a movie with as many instantly classic movie moments since the Matrix. Is certain to spark debate among people of both party lines. It's importance in subject manner is equal to it's ability to entertain. I haven't seen a movie with as many instantly classic movie moments since the Matrix. Examples: the opening monologue by V, V taking over the news studio and his message to the masses, The domino scene and the momentum it builds to the climax, and Parliament going up in flames to the backdrop of the 1812 overture. This movie will suprise many going into it expecting a dumb comic book adaptation. Bravo to everyone involved in bringing this to the big screen. I doubt I'll see a better movie all year.… Expand
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RobertB.Mar 19, 2006
The comparison of this future Biritain to Nazi's works since the government gains power by releasing biological weapons on their own people. This movie finds a nice balance between the personal stories dotting the story landscape and The comparison of this future Biritain to Nazi's works since the government gains power by releasing biological weapons on their own people. This movie finds a nice balance between the personal stories dotting the story landscape and the big picture of politics and history. All while not going too far into the politics (like a Lucas film might). The action scenes were generally the weakest pieces, but were also few. Good job by the Wachowskis.… Expand
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JamesB.Mar 19, 2006
Possibly the best film of the year by far, a true achievement in enthralling storytelling and a cast which delivered some of their best individual performances yet. Remember, remember, the fifth of november. It's not one that Possibly the best film of the year by far, a true achievement in enthralling storytelling and a cast which delivered some of their best individual performances yet. Remember, remember, the fifth of november. It's not one that you're ever gonna forget.… Expand
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AviK.Mar 19, 2006
Excellent and memorable.
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PaulO.Mar 19, 2006
As a fan of Alan Moore and the original mini-series comic book, I'm surprised this movie captured the heart of the source material. We're getting mixed reviews because this is an action movie with subversive themes--that As a fan of Alan Moore and the original mini-series comic book, I'm surprised this movie captured the heart of the source material. We're getting mixed reviews because this is an action movie with subversive themes--that aren't quite black or white, for that matter. If you watch this simply AS an action picture alone, you'll be bored by all the debate and back story. If you watch this merely AS a political film, it's too flat and muddled (V is not clearly the hero or the villain--he's both and he's neither). So instead, watch the movie itself as what it is. As such, it's exciting, interesting, at times even moving. Leave your genre expectations at the door to assist in seeing this for what it's worth.… Expand
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AaronM.Mar 19, 2006
Absolutely fantastic film...despite the fact its advertised as an action movie, theres really very little action in it an i didnt even notice..this movie is doing just what it set out to do, stimulating both positive an negetive opinions, anAbsolutely fantastic film...despite the fact its advertised as an action movie, theres really very little action in it an i didnt even notice..this movie is doing just what it set out to do, stimulating both positive an negetive opinions, an sparking discussion..i'll take that anyday over the same old crap hollywood spews out on a regular basis to rake in profits..i highly recommend this movie for anyone with half a brain.… Expand
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MikeH.Mar 19, 2006
An entertaining, engaging movie that only dragged a couple of times. "V" is far more enjoyable than almost all of the comic book/graphic novel adaptations that have been released in the past five years. See this on the big screen while you An entertaining, engaging movie that only dragged a couple of times. "V" is far more enjoyable than almost all of the comic book/graphic novel adaptations that have been released in the past five years. See this on the big screen while you can - it's well worth the time.… Expand
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ANTONYK.Mar 19, 2006
After listening to Jonathan Ross slate the movie as "a complete mess" and "nothing but nothing works" I decide to find out for myself and to be honest I can see his point. The movie has its problems the dialogue is terrible a superhero who After listening to Jonathan Ross slate the movie as "a complete mess" and "nothing but nothing works" I decide to find out for myself and to be honest I can see his point. The movie has its problems the dialogue is terrible a superhero who likes to qoute shakespeare when kicking ass just does not work,and there could have been better action,the positives were the hijack of the media building where we see some interesting scenes and the end fight scene in the tunnel,to call it a complete disaster is a little harsh,it does have some positive points just the pretentious poetic verses are weak and pointless,interesting if undramatic.… Expand
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KAMar 19, 2006
Probably the best feature I ever seen! Good job, K.
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StefanS.Mar 20, 2006
V for Vendetta is a great look into one of the many possiable futures we face. More then anything V offers an entertaining look at what is possiable when one person decides to take a stand against a seemingly unbeatable opressor. V looks V for Vendetta is a great look into one of the many possiable futures we face. More then anything V offers an entertaining look at what is possiable when one person decides to take a stand against a seemingly unbeatable opressor. V looks deeply into how freedom is can be taken away slowly and leaves the characters wondering when things really changed. I enjoyed the film and suggest it not just because it is a currently relevent film but because of its entertainment value.… Expand
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TonydannieMar 21, 2006
This was an entertaning film. The visual style was unique. And it really opens your eyes to what is going on in the world right now. Fear is power. All that noise. I have to say while pepole are going goo- ga ga for Natalie Portman and her This was an entertaning film. The visual style was unique. And it really opens your eyes to what is going on in the world right now. Fear is power. All that noise. I have to say while pepole are going goo- ga ga for Natalie Portman and her shaved head. I have to send out props to Hugo Weaving who even though you cant see him while wearing that mask he still manages to capture you and draw you into the story. The acting from this particular actor was nothing more then excellence. If you go to see this movie . go see it for Hugo 's acting alone. Good fun. Couple of minor flaws. but i can deal with them.… Expand
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CJMar 20, 2006
Quite a good see, even if a bit controversial. Intriguing vision of extreme politicians striking fear into the hearts of the citizens, but not unrealistic in parts. Was annoyed by the long scenes without changing to another set of characters.
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JohnH.Mar 20, 2006
Pros: Hugo Weaving provides excellent range to a character concealed by a mask, especially with respect to his fantasy fencing, posturing during dramatic sequencies and reasonable voice work. The atmosphere, although stereotypic with respect Pros: Hugo Weaving provides excellent range to a character concealed by a mask, especially with respect to his fantasy fencing, posturing during dramatic sequencies and reasonable voice work. The atmosphere, although stereotypic with respect to V's lair, did well to compliment the characters' fear of the fingermen, electronic surveillance and the constant potential for abduction, reminiscent of Brazil. Despite Alan Moore's discontent, the movie respects the graphic novel's mythology with respect to V's identity as an idea and Evey's transformation into a less fearful, more participatory dissent. Con's: [***SPOILERS***] The fall of Sutler at the very end was cheap and easy. The fact that he was so protected throughout the film and was easily kidnaped by his own cabal was a little hard to swallow. The ending was rushed and made easy to wrap up a 2.5 hour film. The evil would have been better developed with more detail and background story about Larkland. We don't see V become V. We don't see how he makes the transition from burned victim of a fire to a superhero. Developing a number of victims of Larkland so that we knew them, before their deaths and/or transformation to V. While we don't see who it is, feeling for all of them would have been more powerful.… Expand
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PatrickM.Mar 20, 2006
I liked the 1984 connection. John Hurt was the last person to play Winston Smith in a production of Orwell's, 1984. Could they make the film in the U.S? I think self censorship would have prevented it.
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EugeneH.Mar 21, 2006
Art and film make up fictions to reveal the truth, whereas politicians make up lies to conceal the truth: this brilliant film, sort of a cross between a Michael Moore documentary and George Orwell's 1984, demontsrates this difference Art and film make up fictions to reveal the truth, whereas politicians make up lies to conceal the truth: this brilliant film, sort of a cross between a Michael Moore documentary and George Orwell's 1984, demontsrates this difference beautifully. Based on a comic book, its made-up fiction is naturally over-the-top. But the truths it thereby reveals are so important, they make the inevitable exaggeration of the genre worthwhile.… Expand
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CshoeMar 20, 2006
Best movie so far this year!
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PrintNinjaMar 20, 2006
Was it great? No. Was it good? Yes! There have been better tellings of this tale, but none that I've enjoyed more on the big screen. One problem with such diverse and deep material is that it's hard to expand on every single Was it great? No. Was it good? Yes! There have been better tellings of this tale, but none that I've enjoyed more on the big screen. One problem with such diverse and deep material is that it's hard to expand on every single tangent. In this story, you have concurrently being told the history of the last 30 something years of the world, the personal back stories of the two main protagonists, the personal backstories of the main antagonist and two of his henchmen, a number of heavy general concepts - social injustice, political oppression, justice vs revenge, liberalism vs conservatism, terrorists vs freedom fighters, resurrection of the spirit, god vs man, and the minor issues of childhood development in the abscence of parents, the long-term effects of torture on the psyche, and how many obscure references to Shakespear can you squeeze into a movie without losing your non-literary audience. To touch on so many subjects without losing focus on the story, becoming mawkish or predictible, or appealing to the lowest common Hollywood denomenator is an admirable feat. Movies of this calibre have to pander *slightly* to the masses if they want to make a profit. This is reality. Too much action at the expense of a story, and you risk getting laughed at. To much intellectualism at the expense of action, and you end up with people walking out of the theater, yawning or scratching their heads (I know people who hated the first hour of the Matrix, but loved the second.) Granted, there were some predictable scenes. We all knew she had been "kidnapped" by V, and if she had come out of it the same person, the whole segment would have been pointless. But, that was the fire-walk for her, and even though they beat us over the head with the visual imagery, the segment was necessary. The ending was predictible as well, but from the beginning we already KNEW what was going to happen at the end. That didn't mean we didn't want to see each and every explosive frame. Movies, if they are thoughtful and visually interesting, can afford a little predictability. The first Batman wasn't particularly deep, but the futuristic art deco landscape kept your eyes glued to the screen, and distracted you from the simplistic plot. Both Batman and V for Vendetta followed the same rule - there's no such thing as safe advertising. Books rely on the reader to envision the author's creation. Movies adapted from books present the viewer with one persons vision, perhaps quite different from their own, and this can be disconcerting. That doesn't make it wrong. Film is also a time-limited medium. It's often taken for granted that people reading a book can spend as much, or as little time as they like combining details and narrative in order to visualize the author's workd. It's a trade-off, and one of the reasons it's so difficult to adapt books to movies. I read Star Wars a year before I saw the film, and while some things in the film came across seemlessly, others were totally unsettling. From reading the book, my perception of droids was quite different from what I saw on screen. I also got the impression that the space battle at the end was much longer then what I saw in the film. This was no doubt a consequence of those expensive 1970's special effects. There were many places where V for Vendetta could have taken a wrong turn, and ended up down a dead end, but didn't. For example, imagine if Natale Portman HAD, (in the typically cliched Hollywood fashion) taken off V's mask and kissed his scarred face! We'd have all run screaming from the theater, "noooooo!" Thank goodness they didn't do it. It was far more moving, to see her kiss the mask, and have to imagine his awkward reaction behind it. Since I've never read the book, I can't comment on how V for Vendetta stands as an adaptation, but as a film on its own, it stands up quite well. It's good fare, but not great, and nowadays, with all the cookie-cutter crud out there, I think a movie like this has to be forgiven a little, especially if it makes you think while entertaining you.… Expand
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JLMar 20, 2006
Awesome movie. Fast moving, intelligent. Brilliant character development.
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JaredC.Mar 20, 2006
Strikes the delicate balance of being honest and hopeful at the end. A fine piece of filmmaking.
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GDMar 22, 2006
I'm a little suprised by the negative reviews. I thought, for the most part, the film was about as close an adaptation of the graphic novel as you could get (except for the ending). And while the acting may have been poor and the film I'm a little suprised by the negative reviews. I thought, for the most part, the film was about as close an adaptation of the graphic novel as you could get (except for the ending). And while the acting may have been poor and the film far from earth-shattering, the story did show how totalitarian governments start. People who live in fear, apathy, and/or anger, trust their leaders to get revenge or take back what is "theirs." The lies begin and that is the beginning of the end. Is the U.S. on a similar path? Hardly. Conservatives may bristle at the allusions to Bush and Iraq but I saw more Stalinism, fascism and the novel,1984, than the War on Terror, which is what the graphic novel was depicting (in 1982 no less). The filmmakers added those elements for contemporary reasons. I am surprised that so often Conservatives and the religious-right always feel like they have to shout down the opposing view or defend their position even in a movie review. Relax, it's just a movie!… Expand
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JackG.Mar 22, 2006
Very well done and definitely not your typical 'hero."
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ChadS.Mar 22, 2006
In the battle of allegorical movies about our current administration, I think V for "The Village" wins, but Natalie Portman's bald head and John Hurt's role reversal(in reference to the Orwell novel, and the Bush-hatin' doc In the battle of allegorical movies about our current administration, I think V for "The Village" wins, but Natalie Portman's bald head and John Hurt's role reversal(in reference to the Orwell novel, and the Bush-hatin' doc "Orwell Rolls in his Grave") entertained me enough to ignore the occasional bombast of its politics. Hurt, in imitation of the fuhrer, reminded me of Robert F. Kennedy's appearance of Hannity and Colmes, in which the environmental attorney compared Bush to Hitler. And Portman, late in the film, you half-expect her to wail, "I don't know no shame/I feel no pain/I can't," as if channeling the Sinnead O'Connor persona that produced "Mandinka". Unlike her "Star Wars" stint, Portman doesn't look overwhelmed by the spectacle, looking equally comfortable in a police state as she did in "Garden State".… Expand
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TobiJ.Mar 22, 2006
Very good, subversive mix of history and comic book action.
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GeorgeM.Mar 23, 2006
This is a terrific film released into a challenging time. Bravo to the producers and Warner Bros. for having the guts to release it. The safe money is on the tried and tame and this is not what you will see here. You will leave the theater This is a terrific film released into a challenging time. Bravo to the producers and Warner Bros. for having the guts to release it. The safe money is on the tried and tame and this is not what you will see here. You will leave the theater with a desire to talk about the ideas and images presented.… Expand
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SamerK.Mar 23, 2006
I don't like action movies,but liked the first Matrix film as well as Batman begins. I saw this film in the hope that it may be similar to the films mentioned, and was not disappointed. Visually, moreover, it is nothing short of delicious.
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GodComplexMar 24, 2006
Hey Kel R.... You do realize this is a movie right? Go suck George Bush off some where else. Comparing this movie to the Democrates is like comparing Brokeback Mt. to the Republicans. Anyways it's a descent film folks. It's entertaining.
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S.R.Mar 24, 2006
Strong statement about society's limited ability to recognize the process of corruption; resistance and martyrs impact on familly members; well dramatized! Identification with Evey and the Security Chief makes this movie commanding.Strong statement about society's limited ability to recognize the process of corruption; resistance and martyrs impact on familly members; well dramatized! Identification with Evey and the Security Chief makes this movie commanding. Outstanding...Portman takes the center and carries it well!… Expand
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MariaA.Mar 25, 2006
If you're not into thinking, this moving isn't for you. While watching this moving, you have a choice: to view it as a movie version of a comic book (as you would Superman or Batman or Spiderman) or to view it as a chilling If you're not into thinking, this moving isn't for you. While watching this moving, you have a choice: to view it as a movie version of a comic book (as you would Superman or Batman or Spiderman) or to view it as a chilling commentary on the American experience related to 9/11 and the Bush Administration. When will we stop allowing fear to be used to control us? "The only thing to fear is fear itself."… Expand
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DavidC.Mar 26, 2006
I thought this was a thought provoking movie with plenty of action and humor to go around. Audiences will either love it or hate it in the first 2 minutes. If you enjoyed fight club then I highly recommend this film.
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NathanFireMar 26, 2006
In the vein of Orwell's 1984. If you have any respect for that book's message you will feel this film's depth.
If you didnt like V because you felt it was poking at your political beliefs then you must have some seriouslyIn the vein of Orwell's 1984. If you have any respect for that book's message you will feel this film's depth.
If you didnt like V because you felt it was poking at your political beliefs then you must have some seriously sensitive and messed up allegiances to certain fascist hate groups. This is entertainment people, take a breath and watch it. I applaud the film for actually going against the grain of so much hollywood drivel. It dares to raise quesitons! Vital questions. But maybe you would rather not leave your Fox News bubble. If you are ready to take the red pill go get enlightened at democracynow.org… Expand
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ElliotN>Mar 27, 2006
I thought this was a great movie overall. I have read the Graphic Novel recently and found that some minor details were changed, but very few of them put me off. The graphic novel is a little bit anticlimatic, but the movie is not.
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EikeF.Mar 28, 2006
It goes without saying that the action scenes created by the Wachowski brothers are phenomenal. The dialogue is captivating and, as in the matrix, deeply existenial and philosophic. The references to our current political situation are It goes without saying that the action scenes created by the Wachowski brothers are phenomenal. The dialogue is captivating and, as in the matrix, deeply existenial and philosophic. The references to our current political situation are ample, add depth, but are deeply disturbing. Anyone on the Chistian Right will be deeply offended.… Expand
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KeithB.Mar 31, 2006
While it doesn't follow the comic to a T, most of what was left out was due to time. There were a few changes, although some were fairly big. All in all, it does remain fairly faithful, and still makes for a great movie. One of my While it doesn't follow the comic to a T, most of what was left out was due to time. There were a few changes, although some were fairly big. All in all, it does remain fairly faithful, and still makes for a great movie. One of my favorite comic movies to date. For those complaining about it not being new, and just is rehashing things from a post 9/11 world, well, the story was around way before hand. Alan Moore started Writing it in 1983, and it was released in comic form in 1988, plus there had been people trying to make a movie of it for quite a few years (the same with Moore's Watchmen). The events of 9/11 probably delayed the production of this movie, not inspired it! Evey and V didn't really have a traditional love affair as some are pushing. It was more emotional that lust, due to the ideals V has. Some of the people rating totally didn't undersand that (such as one saying "Portman's character finds the burnt dude in the mask sexy? C'mon!"). If you've read the comic, and it was also brought up in the movie, for a while she was thinking V was her father! I don't know about you, but people typically don't lust after father figures [Ed- Apparantly never watched or heard of Phantom of the Opera].… Expand
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IanI.Mar 31, 2006
V for Vendetta was a great film, it wasn
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AdamP.Apr 1, 2006
V for Vendetta is a killer movie- far too awesome at nearly two and a half hours, with round, clean visuals, smooth editing and awareness of urgency. But as a political work, it's something else - light-handed and flat-out smart.
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BobbyJ.Apr 15, 2006
Fantastic! Love the movies from start to finish! Go see it!
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SeanApr 18, 2006
A great movie. Anyone who likes comics like the watchmen (alan moore) will love this movie.
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JayDeeApr 28, 2006
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Anyone giving this movie anything below a 7 should be put into
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JimM.Apr 30, 2006
Compelling and moving. Maybe it hits too close to home for some, who would rather ignore the parallels with today's politcal climate.
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JeffL.Apr 3, 2006
Crazily ambitious, overstuffed, yet utterly compelling mixture of comic book action, dystopian sci-fi, and left-wing agitprop set in a near-future when Britain is once again the world's preeminent superpower after the United Crazily ambitious, overstuffed, yet utterly compelling mixture of comic book action, dystopian sci-fi, and left-wing agitprop set in a near-future when Britain is once again the world's preeminent superpower after the United States' failed foreign policies and a disastrous war in the Middle East (where do they get this stuff???) have left it in a state of civil war. This future Britain is run with an iron fist by a dictator (John Hurt) who uses religious bigotry, homophobia, and fear of terrorism to hold sway over the populace, except for a mysterious masked avenger known only as V (Hugo Weaving), who sets out on a violent campaign against the powers that be, including a plot to blow up Parliament. Natalie Portman (shaved head, Brit accent, and all) is excellent as Evey, reporter for a right-wing TV network, who is saved by V then drafted into his plans. The script by the Wachowski Brothers (The Matrix), based on a graphic novel by Alan Moore (From Hell), has many influences; 1984, of course, but also Alphaville, Fahrenheit 451, Phantom of the Opera, Batman, and The Count of Monte Cristo (the Robert Donat version is V's favorite film) among others. What's particularly ballsy here is how this especially nasty future is simply a logical extension of all the worst elements of today's real-life political climate (from Fox News to bird flu paranoia), and how the hero of a big-budget post-9/11 mass entertainment is essentially a sympathetic terrorist. The vivid art direction, heavily influenced by Nazi and Communist iconography, is Oscar-worthy, and the supporting cast is aces, including Stephen Rea as a detective, Stephen Fry as a quietly rebellious gay man, and Roger Allam as a venom-spewing TV host so vile and reactionary he makes Rush, Hannity, and "Falafel Guy" O'Reilly seem measured and reasonable by comparison. The film is overlong and over-the-top in both good and bad ways, but it's kind of hard to complain too loudly about a movie that has too MANY ideas at a time when most wannabe thrillers (Firewall, anyone?) have none whatsoever.… Expand
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DanielG.Apr 9, 2006
Just a beautiful movie from the cinematographic point of view, it also made one ponder many things about government and a how bad it must be before it is right to use violence to stop it.
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LydMay 11, 2006
By far the best film I've seen in over a year. Thought provoking and controversial, backed up with exceptional acting. The film has a unique story line and brilliant characters!
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daveh.May 12, 2006
Breath taking film best film seen in a long time.
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NooraB.May 25, 2006
Visually beautiful, with excellent actors and interesting plot. What I don't like is the fact that so many critics are looking at the story as criticism on today's society when it should be viewed in the 80's context as a Visually beautiful, with excellent actors and interesting plot. What I don't like is the fact that so many critics are looking at the story as criticism on today's society when it should be viewed in the 80's context as a statement on the inhumanity of the Thatcherist politics.… Expand
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ClarisseP.Jun 12, 2006
One word: Excellent. Strong message, great actors, wonderful scenes. I love it .
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JohnD.Jun 14, 2006
A must see for anyone concerned about our democracy.
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CLJul 13, 2006
to Mr. RM:

perhaps if you had finished watching this film instead of leaving to go home and get hard over SAW (clever, but stupidly violent movie) for the millionth time you may have been able to appreciate the depth of this film. The factto Mr. RM:

perhaps if you had finished watching this film instead of leaving to go home and get hard over SAW (clever, but stupidly violent movie) for the millionth time you may have been able to appreciate the depth of this film. The fact that you can: A) call it a dumb film without even seeing the end of it and B) classify anything as "Dumb" like a 5 year old would mearly proves that this film was not "Dumn" simply you are too simple minded and sadistic to understand it. I thought this was a great movie and is probably one of the only movies that has actually made me think about it beyond the cinema door.… Expand
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EricaJ.Aug 11, 2006
I love that they have it so right. If the american governent continues it's way...controlling people with fear..this may become a reality.
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TimothyP.Aug 1, 2006
Wonderful movie, makes you think!
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NateW.Aug 2, 2006
Artistically rich with a unique protagonist. Though the ending is predictable the route taken to it isn't.
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SteveT.Aug 28, 2006
I have documented proof that Guy Fawkes wore a Hugo Weaving mask (just kidding). This was a very exciting movie. Hugo Weaving was fantastic even though his face was never seen. I don't think that the imbedded story about the Lesbian I have documented proof that Guy Fawkes wore a Hugo Weaving mask (just kidding). This was a very exciting movie. Hugo Weaving was fantastic even though his face was never seen. I don't think that the imbedded story about the Lesbian love affair adding anything essential to the plot. Neither did the slow-mo blood letting. The basic story itself made an excellent point about surrendering freedom under fear. It happened in Germany 70 years. I hope it never happens here.… Expand
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RitaG.Aug 7, 2006
It is about time - Finally a good movie worth watching and reminds me of curtain situations going on now....Thanks for making a good movie they are far and few.
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DanC.Aug 8, 2006
Excellent as entertainment and spectacle. The political message is not a clear or particularly compelling one, given that the story requires Total Evil from one side. Still, an involving and in many ways eerily moving film.
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AmurabiM.Sep 4, 2006
This is first rate entertaiment. The kind of pop art that entertains, made us think and amuses us for its collection of ideas and unlimited imagery. James McTeigue´s first effort (of "The Matrix" gang) is just a big exercise of This is first rate entertaiment. The kind of pop art that entertains, made us think and amuses us for its collection of ideas and unlimited imagery. James McTeigue´s first effort (of "The Matrix" gang) is just a big exercise of uncompromising fillmmaking. Its great to watch a film that masked in the label of action entertainment displays a powerful message of freedom. After see "V for Vendetta", everyone thinks about the responsability in the process of actual living: are we members of the mass? libertarians? opressors? what part we play? This is the kind of ideas that this unique film develops. With its message hidden in the form of standard thriller (with a bunch of symbolisms and philosophical reflections), "V for Vendetta" gives us, too, great pleasure to be distracted. This is not escapism, or, better, is the collection of anarchisms wrapped up in the way of escapism. "V for Vendetta" has a clear sense of Orwell and a thought about totalitarian regimes, but the great failure in the film is the waste of time to represent this ideas and make them "swallowable" to teenage audiences that watch the film as an action flick, so the whole intention of being incendiary is just forgotten by the masses that in the film are portrayed. But, what if only one person goes out of the cinema making an exercise of personal reflection about its own freedom? That doesn´t mean that someone could walk out of the Cineplex to make a bomb and blow up the Oval Office, but, just (and I think that is the only purpose of the movie) think about the part we play in this society. For a film that looks inicuous and not too big, that powerful message is a thing to get honored.… Expand
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waltergSep 8, 2006
I believe this film is the first film in a long long time that has made me really think about my place in society....How far do we go to defend our rights as human beings?...How far do you go to save the lives of your fellow man?
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ReidF.Jan 27, 2007
Although based on a graphic novel, this is anything but a vapid action film. In fact, there is a stretch in the middle that deliberately moves quite slowly, but instead of being bored, I was drawn to its beauty and elegance. Combining Although based on a graphic novel, this is anything but a vapid action film. In fact, there is a stretch in the middle that deliberately moves quite slowly, but instead of being bored, I was drawn to its beauty and elegance. Combining politics, action, and intrigue, this is a new breed of film, and I hope they make more like it.… Expand
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RobinJ.Apr 21, 2007
I enjoyed the film. Portmans performance is great but Hugo Weaving speaks to dramatically. It was as if V was trying to make himself sound dangerous and intelligent. Evey didn't seem to play an important part in the film but just stay I enjoyed the film. Portmans performance is great but Hugo Weaving speaks to dramatically. It was as if V was trying to make himself sound dangerous and intelligent. Evey didn't seem to play an important part in the film but just stay around V and blow up the parliment for him. Nontheless the idea that V stresses speaks for itself.… Expand
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AnonymousMCOct 27, 2008
The 2006 movie V for Vendetta is an intelligent, action packed, political thrill ride. The movie is based on the David Lloyd graph novel. The Wachowski Brothers (The Matrix) wrote the screen play and James McTeigue directed this great movie.The 2006 movie V for Vendetta is an intelligent, action packed, political thrill ride. The movie is based on the David Lloyd graph novel. The Wachowski Brothers (The Matrix) wrote the screen play and James McTeigue directed this great movie. V for Vendetta takes place in a near future Great Britain with a totalitarian regime in power. The theme that portrayed throughout the movie is that the people should not be afraid of their government, the government should be afraid of its people. The main character Evey Hammond (Nathalie Portman) is a working class woman who gets mixed up with the mysterious freedom fighter/terrorist known only as V. The man in the Guy Fox mask is played by Hugo Weaving (Mr. Smith in The Matrix). V wants nothing more than to topple the unjust and controlling totalitarian regime by any means necessary which brings up many ethical dilemmas throughout the movie. Symbolism is a huge part of the movie and is coupled with intelligent dialogue and allows for an intellectually rewarding experience. Nathalie Portman delivers a good acting performance and really goes all the way with shaving her head. Hugo Weaving delivers as well with the difficult situation of having to act without any facial expression and exclusively using tone of voice and hand gestures. Overall V for Vendetta satisfies your pallet for intelligent storyline, thrilling action sequences, and creative acting that keeps you engaged for the entire two hours of movie magic.… Expand
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RobbieO.Apr 15, 2008
A very good movie with movie twists and suspenseful action
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JanmikS.Apr 28, 2008
Very very impressive. Takes note of deeper issues unlike the other plotless, cutaneous movies that resort to overused plot devices.
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JohnM.Jun 22, 2008
A deeply flawed yet deeply beautiful movie. Its reach exceeds its grasp, and only scratches the surface of the problems, principles and conundrums it purports to engage with, but as a stirring visual poem on our occasional responsibility to A deeply flawed yet deeply beautiful movie. Its reach exceeds its grasp, and only scratches the surface of the problems, principles and conundrums it purports to engage with, but as a stirring visual poem on our occasional responsibility to be irresponsible, it satisfies and stirs. Don't expect to be challenged, but don't expect to be talked down to either. Personally I'm glad to see a story such as this given the pop culture treatment, and mercifully lose relatively little. The dialogue leaves much to be desired, but V's monologues are superb, and Weaving's ability to connect from behind a mask is commendable. My only real objection is that the Beautiful Lesbian Love Story gets ten glorious minutes, while the male-on-male Mapplethorpe pictures get all of three seconds from an obscure angle :) (Also, anyone who makes kneejerk references to this as "liberal, leftist" propaganda clearly doesn't know what either of those words mean, and would probably be the perfect constituent for the movie's dictator!).… Expand
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SylvokAJan 11, 2009
Was an alright movie, not the best ever made but one I still dont mind watching. Also side note, but did anyone else notice a large amount of the negative reviews seem to be copy-pasted. I think this got freepered at one point.
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ChrisSelwaFeb 9, 2009
The voting tells you more about people than the film.
The story is a powerful one showing a future in which right wing extremism goes well, to extremes. The rankings seem less about the movie more about the readers reaction to theThe voting tells you more about people than the film.
The story is a powerful one showing a future in which right wing extremism goes well, to extremes. The rankings seem less about the movie more about the readers reaction to the consequences of extremism in the state.

I did not find the plot that unbelieveable, rather a bit too close to reality for comfort. Plagues like that are conceivable. Medi manipulation like that is conceivble. And the masses well we were led after September 11th weren't we?

The way it critises those who hate for race or religious reasons...I can well understand their reactions to this movie. Better a backlash against the movie rather than one at ourselves.

10. Its novel. Its clever. No other movie like it. ...but its definatly not Superman saves the world.… Expand
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KerryL.Mar 8, 2009
After reading the posts on the site, I felt inclined to put in my two cents. V was a fine movie, but as with any movie, it had flaws. The biggest flaw was Natalie Portman. She was poorly cast; the role seemed too big for her. The rest of the After reading the posts on the site, I felt inclined to put in my two cents. V was a fine movie, but as with any movie, it had flaws. The biggest flaw was Natalie Portman. She was poorly cast; the role seemed too big for her. The rest of the actors did an amazing job, especially Hugo Weaving even though you never see his face. The British actors did an excellent job, as they almost always do. The film has a fine plot, but it took entirely too much depth out of the novel. The film could have been about half an hour longer and been much better. What is very interesting about the story is that despite being written more than twenty years ago, it remains relevant today. Although not as good as it could have been, it is definitely worth watching. A mature audience which is not letting its political biases cloud its judgments will enjoy the film for what it is: a good action film, with a quality story.… Expand
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IainWAug 1, 2009
This is the one film i have ever seen, that has taken a comic, altered it and come out with a good result at the end, the changes are subtle to make the film better, judging by the low reviews from "professional" American critics it is This is the one film i have ever seen, that has taken a comic, altered it and come out with a good result at the end, the changes are subtle to make the film better, judging by the low reviews from "professional" American critics it is obvious they don't appreciate the subtle intelligence that Alan Moore wove into the original story, "people should not be afraid of their government, governments should be afraid of their people".… Expand
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GaryM.Mar 16, 2006
Not faithful to the graphic novel. i understand why Alan Moore might be upset. However, not a bad movie either. It's not stupendous, but for a commercial movie it shows a lot of guts (no pun intended). Very brave movie. I suggest people Not faithful to the graphic novel. i understand why Alan Moore might be upset. However, not a bad movie either. It's not stupendous, but for a commercial movie it shows a lot of guts (no pun intended). Very brave movie. I suggest people to see the movie first the read the comic afterwards or you may discriminate the former. Hugo Weaving shines as "V" even though you never see his face. He is the most faithful one to his chacter and not even Mr. Moore can dismiss that.… Expand
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HanselH.Mar 17, 2006
Worth watching. Better then the comic book. My girlfriend wanted to see it again.
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JosephS.Mar 17, 2006
An important movie on spiritual awakening and living in the Truth and Power of one's being. Incredible movie. A must-see.
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GaborA.Mar 18, 2006
Well done almost living up to its grand ambitions for most of the duration minus the end. There is an obvious build up to the final climax which to say the least is laughable. Original ideas and well written intentionally pretentious script Well done almost living up to its grand ambitions for most of the duration minus the end. There is an obvious build up to the final climax which to say the least is laughable. Original ideas and well written intentionally pretentious script make V worth seeing.… Expand
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JOHNMar 18, 2006
It's not everyday we are reminded of just how fragile our freedoms are. Well written with compelling characters and just enough action to keep everyone happy.
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CoryB.Mar 18, 2006
Best movie I have ever seen. EVER!
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AulbathMar 18, 2006
Excellent film. Inspiring ideas, excellent actors, and a nice british touch. If you think a bit about things, you realise, the we are already heading fullspeed to the future depicted in V for Vendetta. This one is up there with Fahrenheit Excellent film. Inspiring ideas, excellent actors, and a nice british touch. If you think a bit about things, you realise, the we are already heading fullspeed to the future depicted in V for Vendetta. This one is up there with Fahrenheit 451 and Orwell's 1984. An important piece of film, with a strong connection to todays political situation. Big brother is watching you!… Expand
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TommyC.Mar 18, 2006
Excellent, makes you think.
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ScottY.Mar 18, 2006
A combination of Zorro and the Phantom of the Opera, mixed in with a weighty theme of the need for revolution when confronted with a totalitarian state. Very entertaining. Too bad it is released in march, because it is an Oscar-caliber film.
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UberjeanieMar 18, 2006
V for vendetta is now in my top 5 movies of all time. i cried at the end, inspired by the thought that perhaps one day the people will no longer be afraid of their government.
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StefanMar 18, 2006
All the hype that surrounded this movie was not in vain. I've been waiting since Batman Begins for another good blockbuster and this is definitely it. Those of you (critics included) that gave it bad scores, what are you THINKING? What All the hype that surrounded this movie was not in vain. I've been waiting since Batman Begins for another good blockbuster and this is definitely it. Those of you (critics included) that gave it bad scores, what are you THINKING? What do you want? V for Vendetta is ENTERTAINING, and ironically, not everyone wants to sit through an "astonishing film masterpiece" even if it's grueling. V for Vendetta is entertaining. Very, damn, entertaining.… Expand
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DavidA.Mar 18, 2006
Tight, entertening film, it had some real cool action and kept u on the edge of ur seat. What i really liked about it is that it wasn't just action, but it had a message, and that kinda scares me.
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RyencokeMar 18, 2006
Brilliant. One of the smartest and most compelling movies ever made.
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FrankC.Mar 19, 2006
I feel sad for those that enjoy rating movies with lowly scores to help emphasis their superiority over any with an opposite view. Making you think is not necessarily boring to many, and there's something to be said about development I feel sad for those that enjoy rating movies with lowly scores to help emphasis their superiority over any with an opposite view. Making you think is not necessarily boring to many, and there's something to be said about development and technical craft in a movie. Yes, I liked it, but, more importantly, the chaotic nature of the various revelations fit quite nicely with the anarchic theme; and kept me thinking long after the movie's end of the movie's possible intentions (or was that the point?).… Expand
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ShawnL.Mar 19, 2006
Finally! A movie worth paying to see. Going in I only have a vague idea of what the story was about and was quickly pulled into the depth of the characters. This is a movie that goes beyond shallow action flicks and makes you think about the Finally! A movie worth paying to see. Going in I only have a vague idea of what the story was about and was quickly pulled into the depth of the characters. This is a movie that goes beyond shallow action flicks and makes you think about the world around you. Too many people will get stuck on political prejudices and forget this is a movie about freedom and the price sometimes one must pay to keep it.… Expand
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T.C.Mar 19, 2006
An amazing film. Too many parallels to our current political situation to be ignored.
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AaronN.Mar 19, 2006
Def a movie that has to be seen in the theater. Nice special effects, I would expect nothing less from the Bros. I wish that they spent more time on character development. The comics were much more into the back stories of each character, Def a movie that has to be seen in the theater. Nice special effects, I would expect nothing less from the Bros. I wish that they spent more time on character development. The comics were much more into the back stories of each character, but I guess that's all you can do in the timeframe that they had.… Expand
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AlanD.Mar 19, 2006
An excellent movie. I enjoyed the word play of the main character V and Portman finally acted to her ability. I thought the pace was good and the intrigue allowed the movie to progress well. The movie could have been more suspensefull An excellent movie. I enjoyed the word play of the main character V and Portman finally acted to her ability. I thought the pace was good and the intrigue allowed the movie to progress well. The movie could have been more suspensefull especially the ending but it was still satisfying in my opinion. I'm certain people will complain about being hit over the head with the parallels to our current government and its policies, but the people who voted for George W. are dense enough that you probably need a sledgehammer to help them connect the dots. If you gave this movie a low score, I hope you've scored most of the movies over the past 12 months with negatives...… Expand
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MurrhoundM.Mar 19, 2006
Sorry but everyone is to busy getting cought up in the political relevence of this movie in comparison to whats going on in our world now. The movie to me seemed more relevent to hitler than anything but it borrows from all aspects of Sorry but everyone is to busy getting cought up in the political relevence of this movie in comparison to whats going on in our world now. The movie to me seemed more relevent to hitler than anything but it borrows from all aspects of history and government(get over it). Who give a crap. The movie was made to entertain and thats exactly what the movie does. For those who complain about the dialoge in the movie, Im sorry but that was one of the best part for me. It was highly intelligent and very well thought out. 100 for me. LOVED this movie.… Expand
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ChrisZ.Mar 21, 2006
Having heard what a stinker this movie supposedly was, I went in expecting something along the lines of League of Extraordinary Gentlemen. As I watched I kept thinking, "so far so good," while nervously anticipating the suckiosity to kick in Having heard what a stinker this movie supposedly was, I went in expecting something along the lines of League of Extraordinary Gentlemen. As I watched I kept thinking, "so far so good," while nervously anticipating the suckiosity to kick in at any moment. When the film ended, I was a little stunned that I found myself liking it so much. I'm a big time Alan Moore fan, and first read "V for Vendetta" way back in the 80's. It seemed impossible that a film version could be made that wasn't dummed-down or changed entirely for the original work, as LOEG and From Hell had been. I am so happy that delighted that a quality film has come out of one of Moore's major works. Perhaps there's a chance that Watchmen will be made, and will be well-made. Having gone back and reread the criticisms that lead me to believe V for Vendetta would be a disappointment for me, I find that nothing anybody criticized about the film resonates with me at all. I usually can sees what it is critics who respond one way or another are reacting to, but in this case I was stumped. It makes me wonder if the material itself made some viewers so uncomfortable--since it can arguably be interpreted as "pro terrorist"--that they needed to make up reasons not to like it, while at the same time not wanting say they didn't like it because of the controversial political dimension. This would be a very lame reason not to like a film, especially if you're a young hip movie critic with your young hip movie critic credibility on the line. You can't not like a movie just because it's anti-establishment, right? It seems we've been conditioned like Pavlov's dog to have a instinctual gut reactions whenever the bell of "terror" is rung. We don't want to think about why people blow things up in the first place, and the very idea of a radical civil action being anything but "evil" runs contrary to our programming. Strange, in a country that was born of radical civil action, that we would be so afraid to call a good movie "good", just for addressing some issues we don't want to think about. The robust box office gives me hope, though, that the masses are, once again, way out in front of the media.… Expand
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MaverA.Mar 21, 2006
This film was fantastic because it delivers more than just flashy entertainment. It involves the viewer and makes them imagine and contemplate. What this film showed was daring because it talked about how the government make up story's This film was fantastic because it delivers more than just flashy entertainment. It involves the viewer and makes them imagine and contemplate. What this film showed was daring because it talked about how the government make up story's to scare the people so that the government can have a stronger hold over our lives. The power of fear is a powerful weapon that is used against us by our governments today! To be free of fear is to live. Dont let our governments scare you with its fabricated lies.… Expand
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FXTMar 22, 2006
I just could not stop watching it was a beautifull film witch so many second meaning (else then politcs, love and vengence) Seriusly a great MUST SEE!
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DaveMar 22, 2006
I hesitated to see this one, luckily some friends convinced me. The movie was a most excellent intermingling of Orwell's 1984, comic book heroism, and chivalry that I've ever seen. It was... The most loquacious litany of literary I hesitated to see this one, luckily some friends convinced me. The movie was a most excellent intermingling of Orwell's 1984, comic book heroism, and chivalry that I've ever seen. It was... The most loquacious litany of literary liturgy I've ever loved without any lassitude. The true romantic liberal could die peaceably after seeing this most wondrous movie...… Expand
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GnarlesMar 22, 2006
I had only medium expectations for V For Vendetta, but imagine my suprise when I loved just about every nasty second of it. Brutal, intelligent, awesomely styled, and often surprisingly hilarious, the movie is a blast if you're in the I had only medium expectations for V For Vendetta, but imagine my suprise when I loved just about every nasty second of it. Brutal, intelligent, awesomely styled, and often surprisingly hilarious, the movie is a blast if you're in the mood to be challenged. This is what Sin City should have been like. Those expecting The Matrix IV will be disappointed - and as well they should be. As V, Hugo Weaving pulls of an amazing feat, giving a completely convincing performance with only his voice and body language to work with. Only an occasionally uneven Natalie Portman performance and slow spots in the middle keep this from a perfect score. Marvelous, coal-black fun!… Expand
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TimothyD.Mar 24, 2006
Is it perfect? No. Is it compelling, dynamic storytelling (even when it lapsed into bombast or too much talk)? Yes. The few passages that didn't keep me riveted were more interesting than most of the product currently coming out of Is it perfect? No. Is it compelling, dynamic storytelling (even when it lapsed into bombast or too much talk)? Yes. The few passages that didn't keep me riveted were more interesting than most of the product currently coming out of Hollywood (IMHO). Great work by Natalie Portman, Hugo Weaving and Steven Rea.… Expand
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TomOlsenMar 24, 2006
A visual treat, and the supporting cast is great. I liked Portman as the heroine, but Weaving always behind the mask got tedious. As for the our-culture-is-a-gulag politics, it's a leftist agi-prop fantasy. But I believe that movieA visual treat, and the supporting cast is great. I liked Portman as the heroine, but Weaving always behind the mask got tedious. As for the our-culture-is-a-gulag politics, it's a leftist agi-prop fantasy. But I believe that movie writers hate GWB that much... Lord knows there's plenty of supporting evidence all around us.… Expand
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ScottG.Mar 24, 2006
This was an outstanding movie. It's been 20 years (or seems that way) since I read the graphic novel, so I'd forgotten the details of the story. Powerful stuff.
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AliaZ.A.Mar 24, 2006
With so much happening around the world today, the timing is perfect for this movie to raise such questions as to appear risky and controversial. Combine that with powerful performance by the cast and great presentation, the result is a With so much happening around the world today, the timing is perfect for this movie to raise such questions as to appear risky and controversial. Combine that with powerful performance by the cast and great presentation, the result is a charming, thoughtful movie, just enough to provoke the general audience as well as entertain.… Expand
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LittleMickeyMar 25, 2006
Just so we are clear, this film neither glorifies terorism nor does it say democracy is bad. It simply asks sensible questions; like what powers should governments have? and what is the difference between a terrorist and a freedom fighter? Just so we are clear, this film neither glorifies terorism nor does it say democracy is bad. It simply asks sensible questions; like what powers should governments have? and what is the difference between a terrorist and a freedom fighter? Questions in the current global environment anyone worth their salt should be aking themselves. Anyway, how can a film whos tagline is 'people should not be affraid of their governments, governments should be afraid of thier people' be anti-democracy etc, etc? However even though this film challenges its audience to ask itself questions, and even though Hugo Weaving was exceptional, it wasn't the most entertaining film i've seen and its not as though other sources haven't challenged us to ask these questions before, hence the 7.… Expand
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RickyP.Mar 25, 2006
This was a terriffic film. It makes you think, but it's not boring, and the British actors lend some heft to anything they are involved in. The critics giving this bad score or saying it was incoherent (ahem, wall street journal) are This was a terriffic film. It makes you think, but it's not boring, and the British actors lend some heft to anything they are involved in. The critics giving this bad score or saying it was incoherent (ahem, wall street journal) are most likely republicans or american apologists. Hopefully a lot of people (especially younger folks) will see this and pay attention to what it says.… Expand
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CharlieW.Mar 26, 2006
It is rare that you find a movie like this that blends mind-bending action and fight scenes with such tremendous depth and such an interesting and powerful story. How the critics gave this movie less than ninety baffles me.
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TamaraC.Mar 26, 2006
This is one of the most political, thought-provoking, well-thought movies that I have seen. If you are looking to be spoon-fed an trite action-movie, then this may not be for you. But, if you want to be overwhelmed by political comments, This is one of the most political, thought-provoking, well-thought movies that I have seen. If you are looking to be spoon-fed an trite action-movie, then this may not be for you. But, if you want to be overwhelmed by political comments, symbolism and thought-provoking notiions, then this is the movie of a life-time. I think that this will be a cult classic for many many years! I now know how my family, friends and I will be dressing for halloween this year!… Expand
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