Uncloaking the Mask of Tyranny

Rating: 10/10 (18 March 2006)

While some may discredit the presentation of the themes that constitute "V for Vendetta," I find that the continuity and depth of such poignant issues warrant merit to not only the writer of this film, but also to those passionate enough to produce and support it. Yes, it has been called the "extended dance mix" to the decade's list of media-hyped threats. However, its beats resonate the hopes and fears of our recent past, and it echoes clearly the dangers of totalitarian regimes whose Machiavellian tactics prey upon peoples' fear of faceless terror. It is because this movie in many ways acts as a more accessible catalyst for democracy and freedom (I'm sure Orwell and Huxley have just turned in tandem) that cast it as a star among other pseudo-intellectual films that Hollywood has to offer.