An Instant Classic and Amazing Statement

Rating: 8/10 (20 March 2006)

Stepping into the theatre, I had doubted I would be seeing a good film. After seeing the trailer on television, my very opinionated-self, had decided that this movie would follow in the tracks of League of Extraordinary Gentlemen.
But, when the movie began, I knew instantly that I was far from correct. After a few minutes I found myself drawn into this changed world that the film represented and excited for what was to come of this already amazing movie. The movie tells the tale of futuristic London and the almost Nazi-like government that controls it and how one man, who calls himself "V", decides to overthrow this fascist organization. With the help of a young girl, he plots to destroy many buildings that have emotional,links and sentimental value to the fascist government to make a statement to the people that they can stand up for their freedom.
You find yourself tied into the back-story of the "V" character and his reasons for his activism. We see how "V" changes the life of the young girl and how he makes her unafraid of the evil organization, like her late activist parents were.
The story cleverly adapted from the graphic novels, makes a silent statement against the Bush administration and we see how much they relate to the organization depicted in the film. Now, don't think the film going all Michael Moore on you, like I said, its a silent statement.
When the film finishes you are thanking yourself for the money that you just spent, with the idea of buying the DVD in your head as well. To teenagers, adults and senior citizens alike, I encourage you all to see this movie. You'll be thanking yourself for it!