V for Vendetta

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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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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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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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D.Mar 19, 2006

This is not a pro-terrorism movie. Read your John Locke.

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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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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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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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T.C.Mar 19, 2006

An amazing film. Too many parallels to our current political situation to be ignored.

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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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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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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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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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SudhirMar 19, 2006

Just got back from V for Vendetta. Bad bad acting (Portman's pretentious accent sucked) or the boring buildup; the really dull action scenes or the one sided cliched dialogue. And it ran for like three hours. Not to mention HUGE plot Just got back from V for Vendetta. Bad bad acting (Portman's pretentious accent sucked) or the boring buildup; the really dull action scenes or the one sided cliched dialogue. And it ran for like three hours. Not to mention HUGE plot holes. At the end of it all I was completely disoriented. What's with the Tchaikovsky music, or the TV infatuation? Or the overuse of 'bollocks' ? If there was *any* pseudo philosophical symbolism hidden in the movie someplace, they did not make an effort to get the message out.… Expand

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RyanJMar 19, 2006

Turd on a stick. If you're interested in the drama side of this story, read 1984. If you're interested in the action side, rent Demolition Man.

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MarcB.Mar 19, 2006

An enjoyable popcorn movie with a very weak, sad, and ultimately unfulfilling story. This is a movie that cant be deemed important or deeper than it claims to be unless you are 15 or younger. Some good acting from Portman and a very suttle An enjoyable popcorn movie with a very weak, sad, and ultimately unfulfilling story. This is a movie that cant be deemed important or deeper than it claims to be unless you are 15 or younger. Some good acting from Portman and a very suttle Stphen Rea. John Hurt is over the top creepy. Weaving is dashing although you never get to see him, but I couldnt help feeling that this movie was trying to make a statement. I ssues about the Koran and repression of gays, etc.. But how do they answer these problems? By blowing up buildings and killing people! Not only that but once the biuldings are blown up and people are killed(many through out the film) where do they go from there? A question this movie fails to answer and chooses to ignore. I couldnt help thinking how Osama bin Laden would love this movie's dim message and how Ghandi and Martin Luther King Jr. would be rolling in their graves. Go see it if you want to have to be entertained for a think free price, but if you are looking for a moral lesson on violence while be engaged visually, check out Munich or A History of Violence.… Expand

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T.M.Mar 19, 2006

Amazing movie; brilliant concept, wonderful acting, intelligent, clever, and thought provoking. If this movie does nothing for you then I'm sad to say you're amongst the lemmings of this country; blinded by this sick government we Amazing movie; brilliant concept, wonderful acting, intelligent, clever, and thought provoking. If this movie does nothing for you then I'm sad to say you're amongst the lemmings of this country; blinded by this sick government we currently live under. Oh, and to the user who said "Civil Wars in the American Midwest? Oh yeah.. That's gonna happen."..yes, because an American Civil War is just so unlikely...I mean, it's not like we had one in the PAST or anything, right? [Ed: in the Midwest?]… Expand

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KAMar 19, 2006

Probably the best feature I ever seen! Good job, K.

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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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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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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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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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AviK.Mar 19, 2006

Excellent and memorable.

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MitchC.Mar 19, 2006

I was just bored out of my mind by this movie. And did anyone else think the finale was reminiscent of the end of "Caddyshack", when Carl blows up the golf course? It was funny! I don't think that's what the director was going for.

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BlancoA.Mar 18, 2006

I have to agree with the user who stated that the best part of the film is the ending credits. Seriously, "Street Fighting Man" by the Stones and the artwork accompanying it were brilliant. But seriously, people, admit that you had toI have to agree with the user who stated that the best part of the film is the ending credits. Seriously, "Street Fighting Man" by the Stones and the artwork accompanying it were brilliant. But seriously, people, admit that you had to struggle a little to like this movie. It has MAJOR pacing problems. At least 7 or 8 times I looked at my friend and said, "Damn! They're got to keep this thing moving!" And I loved the subtle propaganda of such items as the poster that read "Coalition of the Willing" - which featured the American Flag & British Union Jack superimposed with the Swastika. Yeah, attemped to remove a dictator and free 30 million people to create democracy, and you're compared to a regime that exterminated 5 million jews in concentration camps. That's reality. Folks, if the US and the UK are the biggest enemies in the world, the rest of the globe must be a utopia.… Expand

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RyencokeMar 18, 2006

Brilliant. One of the smartest and most compelling movies ever made.

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KellyD.Mar 18, 2006

V is for very tedious and tiresome. Totally derivative crap.

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ChrisB.Mar 18, 2006

movie was awful. If you have people you cant stand, suggest this movie to them. The only part i enjoyed were the end credits!

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ArtP.Mar 18, 2006

Exhilarating story, directing, and acting. I loved Natalie's performance a lot. If you can catch this at an IMAX, buy your ticket for the next showing now!!!

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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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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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PyeMar 18, 2006

Boring. Unengaging. While watching the film, I found I couldn't care less about the characters -- no pathos. Don't waste your time.

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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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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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BJBrutherMar 18, 2006

I truly enjoyed this movie. It is a visually stunning, clever and fun political commentary and adventure. V is an extraordinary rebel--he seeks revenge and teachs enlightenment. Wonderful film.

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HollycMar 18, 2006

The look of the film is excellent---visually they did a pretty magnificent job. The intentional verbosity works really well in many scenes--but sometimes faulters. The story, though I haven't read the original Alan Moore graphic novel, The look of the film is excellent---visually they did a pretty magnificent job. The intentional verbosity works really well in many scenes--but sometimes faulters. The story, though I haven't read the original Alan Moore graphic novel, is ballsy to say the least (given the time of release) And Hugo and Natalie were fantastic. But I wouldn't judge this as some sort of call to arms in reality. The point being, all gov'ts can lead to fascism--and complacency among the populace is usually at the root. They also make some pretty good points about "terrorism" or rebellion---(namely when/where it's born and how similar it is to its creator) as well as media control-- none of it happens in a vacuum---or by coincidence. The action in the film is intermitten by some pretty long character scenes--but the FX fits well & by no means is as gratuitous as the #2 & #3 matrix films. It's definitely a film to be enjoyed in the theater (matinee prices anyway).… Expand

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TommyC.Mar 18, 2006

Excellent, makes you think.

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JamesM.Mar 18, 2006

A more thought provoking film than most Hollywood drivel.

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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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CoryB.Mar 18, 2006

Best movie I have ever seen. EVER!

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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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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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EricMar 18, 2006

Visually stunning and imaginative. I was worried when I learned that the author of the comic book asked to have his name removed from the film, but I have to say that they truly pulled it off. The only issue I had was watching Hugo Weaving Visually stunning and imaginative. I was worried when I learned that the author of the comic book asked to have his name removed from the film, but I have to say that they truly pulled it off. The only issue I had was watching Hugo Weaving genuflecting in his costume, but that's forgivable when the hero is wearing a theater mask.… Expand

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GeraldB.Mar 18, 2006

this is a great movie to see.

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BonehoC.Mar 18, 2006

Normally I don't give such high scores to movies, but this one without-a-doubt, deserves it. It got everything it wanted to be right, and had everyone walk away with a message. I haven't seen a movie with such a moving story in Normally I don't give such high scores to movies, but this one without-a-doubt, deserves it. It got everything it wanted to be right, and had everyone walk away with a message. I haven't seen a movie with such a moving story in years and so well presently. We always know who to count on for incredible epic films, The Wachowski brothers. I could say so much more, but the film speaks for itself.… Expand

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SigwahMar 18, 2006

Rolling Stone hypes up the film and poor me, I see the damned thing. This film is The Political Matrix. There's an attempt at making it seem like this will happen to the world in the next couple of years and that we will have to blow up Rolling Stone hypes up the film and poor me, I see the damned thing. This film is The Political Matrix. There's an attempt at making it seem like this will happen to the world in the next couple of years and that we will have to blow up government to make it better. Natalie Portman even has a Keanu Reeves moment in the train, when she just stares. Guns are better, and so was the Matrix. F... this movie.… Expand

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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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ErinC.Mar 18, 2006

Wonderfully executed, memorable film. Natalie Portman does a good job, but I was even more impressed with Hugo Weaving. The way he gives the mask life with only the subtle move of his head or his body language is truly impressive. As many Wonderfully executed, memorable film. Natalie Portman does a good job, but I was even more impressed with Hugo Weaving. The way he gives the mask life with only the subtle move of his head or his body language is truly impressive. As many have said, it truly sticks with you. Highly recommended!!… Expand

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MckMar 18, 2006

Decent movie, but it's slow pace will mean many might not like it!

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PamC.Mar 18, 2006

This is the best movie I've seen in a very long time. Everything about it was perfect. Natalie Portman was great and so was Hugo Weaving as V. They make an unlikely pair. I just hope they don't make a crappy sequel and ruin it.

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CrowjaneTwentynineMar 18, 2006

Gloriously overstuffed, daring adaptation of the classic graphic novel. Some fans of that may take issue with the changes made but I found they made the film a dystopia for our times. The actors inhabit their roles with panache and depth, Gloriously overstuffed, daring adaptation of the classic graphic novel. Some fans of that may take issue with the changes made but I found they made the film a dystopia for our times. The actors inhabit their roles with panache and depth, with special credit going to Hugo Weaving for giving V character and emotional depth with no use of facial expressions. Natalie Portman will astonish anyone who's questioned her ability in the past. Yes, the accent falters, but the characterization does not. The film veers tonally all over the place and at times tries to do too many things at once but for the most part it is slyly subversive, rousing entertainment. Don't let the handwringing reactionaries or pseudointellectual elitists who have condemned this film prevent you from seeing it. You won't be able to get it and the myriad ideas it instigates out of your head.… Expand

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IamheAsyouareheMar 18, 2006

Like the Matrix, this film plays brilliantly to a society caught between fascination with technology and fear of its evolving use in enforcing political control. In V, just as in that earlier work, the Wachowskis offer an unrealistic savior Like the Matrix, this film plays brilliantly to a society caught between fascination with technology and fear of its evolving use in enforcing political control. In V, just as in that earlier work, the Wachowskis offer an unrealistic savior who magically cuts through the web of manipulation without ever dirtying his hands in the only thing that has ever really subverted control: organizing popular political movements. It certainly takes chutzpah in our present environment to put forward as a hero a character who blows up buildings in order to bring down a totalitarian state. Although I don't buy that vision as either practical or desirable, this is nonetheless a spectacular piece of visionary art. Like all good art, it gives us an alternative lens through which to examine our own reality; the choice of which aspects of that vision should be pursued, and which ought to be rejected, remains with us. While the film's "solution" is facile and unrealistic, and therefore ultimately unchallenging, its depiction of the totalitarian malaise and its unholy alliance of coercive force and media manipulation echoes, and in many ways meaningfully updates, the prophetic and ever more relevant work of George Orwell in "1984." It is good to see a work of this depth in a popular medium. Just don't let its violent bromide distract you from what really needs to be done. Get out there *now* and organize against the corporate domination of every facet of life that draws us to films like this one that meaningfully reflect and explicate that present bitter reality.… Expand

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JonA.Mar 18, 2006

Not bad, not good. I appreciate that the filmmakers tried to tackle some social/political points, but they focus on ideas that have been studied for many years. The plot, action and subtext are derivative of other films and books. V is an Not bad, not good. I appreciate that the filmmakers tried to tackle some social/political points, but they focus on ideas that have been studied for many years. The plot, action and subtext are derivative of other films and books. V is an interesting character, though I don't know why he has to carve his initials like some others I've seen before...maybe we should call him Voro. Also, sort of boring for an action movie. Nice try though.… Expand

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JasonH.Mar 18, 2006

Probably the greatest movie of the year thus far...even though not much has been released. A great film that goes a different route than what would be thought by the brothers who brought The Matrix Series. Good acting, good script. A fun and Probably the greatest movie of the year thus far...even though not much has been released. A great film that goes a different route than what would be thought by the brothers who brought The Matrix Series. Good acting, good script. A fun and intelligent hero movie which doesn't involve super powers. A must see!!!… Expand

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JonH.Mar 18, 2006

I thought the movie was very powerful and extremely moving. Sure, the villains are evil to the extreme. There are very few subtle shades to be found - but it suits the story. The final moments are glorious.

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T.PickettMar 17, 2006

This is not a perfect film. But it does something that no other film has done in a very long time. It matters. People can, and will, dismiss the film and its message. It is a call not for revolution, but for living, for true freedom. The This is not a perfect film. But it does something that no other film has done in a very long time. It matters. People can, and will, dismiss the film and its message. It is a call not for revolution, but for living, for true freedom. The similarities between the movie and real life (i.e. crazy people "taking" power, massive lies to keep a government in power) are all the more interesting knowing the comic was based on the experience of the Thatcher administration and not Bush II. The source does not matter, the movie reminds us, or at least me, that living in fear is not living at all, and that real life involves tackling your own fears. It could just be me, but even if it is, this movie made me think, and that matters.… Expand

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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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AlexB.Mar 17, 2006

I was really looking forward to seeing this movie but when I saw it, I found it lacking in my expectations. It was hyped as an action movie, but focused more on the dectective story element. Several decent stories were lumped together and I was really looking forward to seeing this movie but when I saw it, I found it lacking in my expectations. It was hyped as an action movie, but focused more on the dectective story element. Several decent stories were lumped together and the ending seemed rushed and rather anticlimatic. The jury's still out for me, but I felt sorely disappointed when I came out of the theater, thanks to false advertisment.… 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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AndrewR.Mar 17, 2006

The movie is not as good as it's source material, but how often does that happen. It was thought provoking and affecting. Very good movie.

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JayN.Mar 17, 2006

Horrible movie. One of the worst from McTrigue yet!!

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OliverC.Mar 17, 2006

Its hard to write a review for the movie, the politics are completely one sided (thankfully the right [left] side.. but honestly?) and the directing was fairly hit or miss. Some great explosion scenes with the orchestra in the background, Its hard to write a review for the movie, the politics are completely one sided (thankfully the right [left] side.. but honestly?) and the directing was fairly hit or miss. Some great explosion scenes with the orchestra in the background, but why didn't her hair grow back? How come it doesnt go into the characters pasts?? anyway the first 30 minutes were a good setup and the fighting scenes (3) were interesting but overall it was weak. Better than ultraviolet at least...… Expand

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ChrisC.Mar 17, 2006

I just saw this last night and really liked it. V was so well done by Hugo Weaving that the mask he was wearing was not disctracting at all. Natalie Portman did very good after about half way through. I was a little pissed that they cut off I just saw this last night and really liked it. V was so well done by Hugo Weaving that the mask he was wearing was not disctracting at all. Natalie Portman did very good after about half way through. I was a little pissed that they cut off some of the books elements, but the overall message was clear. One thing I did like more than the book was V and Evey's relationship with one another. I think it was more fully realized than what Moore wrote. It added an emotional element to the movie that it might not have had otherwise. It isn't as action packed as one might expect from the trailer, but the book wasn't either. When there is action though, it is highly stylized and very well done. The last scene of the movie in Trafalgar Square is breathtaking. This is a political movie first, action movie second but I feel it will appeal to a lot of people. In fact, this does have cult film written all over it. Good job Wachowski's, you have redeemed yourselves (at least in my opinion).… Expand

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MauriceF.Mar 17, 2006

The explosive V for Vendetta is powered by ideas that are not computer-generated. It's something rare in Teflon Hollywood: a movie that sticks with you. I enjoyed it!

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DrewF.Mar 17, 2006

Very entertaining sci-fi effort. The highest praise i can give a film is "i will buy it the first day it's out on DVD". And I will. Portman is quite good here, but Weaving is absolutely fantastic. Even with a mask on, you can't Very entertaining sci-fi effort. The highest praise i can give a film is "i will buy it the first day it's out on DVD". And I will. Portman is quite good here, but Weaving is absolutely fantastic. Even with a mask on, you can't keep this guy from dominating a film. The dialogue is topnotch. Can't say enough good things about this movie.… Expand

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HeatherMar 16, 2006

Awesome!!!

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ChazG.Mar 16, 2006

I just saw the sneak preview tonight... Once again we have to hand it to the Wachowski brothers for collaborative efforts in reproducing this great story into film... Expect a STELLAR performance by Hugo Weaving (V). The performance by I just saw the sneak preview tonight... Once again we have to hand it to the Wachowski brothers for collaborative efforts in reproducing this great story into film... Expect a STELLAR performance by Hugo Weaving (V). The performance by Natalie Portman is more skillful than we have seen in the past (Lightyears past Star Wars). You should find the grammatically enhanced script during V's alley introduction scene most enjoyable... :) I rate this film two thumbs up!… 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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JackM.Mar 16, 2006

Commendably subvertive and has plenty of ideas, but is marred by some suspect acting and pretentious dialogue akin to that in the Wachowski Brothers' Matrix trilogy. Still, a pleasant suprise and certainly worth seeing on the big screen.

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MarcD.Mar 16, 2006

I love this film. Brilliance.

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DrunkenMasterMar 14, 2006

Please note the bad reviews are all based on poltical idealogy..are you really suprised? The critic for the New Yorker is an idiot and a tool...go ahead and listen to him if your idea of a good time is what passes for culture in the bowels Please note the bad reviews are all based on poltical idealogy..are you really suprised? The critic for the New Yorker is an idiot and a tool...go ahead and listen to him if your idea of a good time is what passes for culture in the bowels of the rag he writes for. Totally ridiculous.… Expand

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PepeS.Mar 13, 2006

Future situation, with a very good plot. Good performance by Natalie Portman. Hate 'Matrix' scenes in the movie...

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