Interesting take

Rating: 8/10 (13 December 2015)

I really enjoyed the this movie. As a relative to one of the people accused in the Gunpowder Plot, I have a more direct interest in the topic. I thought the movie showed an interesting take on a central government taking control of the everyday citizen's life.
Hugo Weaving does a great job as V. I find his performance VERY powerful despite the fact you at no time see his face as it is continually behind a Guy Fawkes mask. I think he was able to bring some good depth to the character thanks to the various voice overs he has done.
I think the story could have been explained a bit more which is the main reason I only gave it a 8. There were a few lines of thought which were left unresolved in the movie.
I find this movie one that I will put on when I need something in the background which I can follow. Many parts of it play out in your mind; much as it does for Natalie Portman when she is being held prisoner.
All in all, I highly recommend the movie. It has a great cast, a moving story and some good special effects tied into a good story.