Brilliant!

Rating: 10/10 (29 February 2008)

I've never read the graphic novel, but I don't think you need to read it to appreciate the movie.
This film doesn't glorify V as a terrorist but shows that under certain circumstances he was tempted to be what he is. The film has an intriguing atmosphere throughout, a few slow moments, and an apocalyptic future setting that really heightens the tension with starkly dark set design and stunning cinematography. There is a reference or close resemblance to Guatanamo prison in the film. And it made the film even more direct.
Hidden behind the creepy mask, Hugo Weaving really proves he is a versatile actor. His character provokes thoughtful questions in a chaotic future, and every emotion of his character is brought out by Weavings performance. Portman on the other hand also excels, with a very convincing accent. She really is the heroine of the film and she handles the role quite well. The scenes between Evey and V are touching and well handled.
Entertaining from the start, V manages to combine a strong socio political message in a compact and highly intense experience. Infused with issues and concepts that pervade in the global political climate of our times, this movie is endowed with a tremendous timely relevance that belies its trappings as a mere action adventure.
Cracking movie with excellent acting, cool music, stylized visuals, great action scenes and a very nice story.. What more do you want?