Intense, Powerful and Moving

Rating: 10/10 (1 April 2006)

A movie that is both powerful and enjoyable, moving and fast-paced, epic and detailed. V for Vendetta does everything right, so much so that i was hard pressed to think of any criticisms.
Based on a series of graphic novels, the movie follows the actions of a 'terrorist' making an assault on a thought controlling despotic regime and his interactions with a young girl who crosses his path. Impressively voiced by the talented Australian Hugo Weaving, the central character manages to develop a relationship with you without you ever seeing his face. Drawn in by has he would say 'an idea'.
While this movie comes from comics it certainly isn't standard superhero fare. Rather its a movie about the human psyche and heart. Directed by the Wachowski Bros' protégé James McTeague with a screenplay written by the Wachoswkis, this movie is a stunning first feature and I look forward to much more from McTeague in the years to come.