An Uncompromising Vision Of The Future

Rating: Null/10 (5 November 2019)

A vehemently crafted, voraciously told & vigorously acted cinematic vessel with a valuable & vivified voice that's as vital as it is vengeful, V for Vendetta presents an uncompromising vision of a vile future our increasingly venomous world already appears to be veering towards, and is one of the finest examples of its kind.
Vicariously scripted by the Wachowskis & valiantly directed by James McTeigue in what's his directorial debut, this vividly visualised voyage of a vigilante who veneers his visage with veil, vanquishes virulent vermin of society & incites a revolution with vehicles of violence, is balanced in ways that most films of its genre never aspire to.
Volatile yet vigilant from its opening scene, the film benefits immensely from Hugo Weaving's viciously charismatic performance despite only utilising his vox, and the veteran actor's voice alone vouchsafes life & soul into his vindictive character while his vacant veiled attire compels us to view him as the embodiment of an idea rather than an individual.
Natalie Portman's input is just as valuable while John Hurt chips in with a volcanic work in his villainous role. The execution of technical aspects is sound throughout. Cinematography envelops the images with a bleak tone & dismal aura to illustrate life under totalitarian rule while taut editing, variegated score & brisk velocity make the viewing experience more intense & visceral.
On an overall scale, V for Vendetta viciously combines elements of cautionary tale, politically charged drama & action extravaganza into a visually stunning & thought-provoking cinema that provides a voice to the voiceless, and is a valid & vociferous reminder that every society has the vim n vigour to dismantle any venal regime that violates its volition. Much more relevant today than it was at its time of release, this dystopian political thriller is by all means an essential viewing.