A Film to be Remembered

Rating: 10/10 (20 March 2006)

I walked in the movie theater not expecting what to see. To me this movie was very secretive and it seemed no one knew much about it. I didn't know whether to expect a mindless action film or a riveting cinematic adventure. I walked out the theater with a different thought indeed. This is one of the most unique comic book movies you would probably ever find. Don't expect a Matrix feel of this movie just because it was written by the Wachowski brothers.
Let me start by saying this movie had a plot oh man did it have a plot. Set in the somewhat distant future in London this movie touched on interesting events. In an opposite turn where Germany won WWII this makes you think. The acting was absolutely astounding. Hugo Weaving who portrays V did a superb job. Acting behind a mask seems like tough work though he pulled it off through his voice and words and his body movements.
His mask has so many different meanings and even though it stays in one position the way Hugo pulls it of makes you beileve what is going on. His character was the most unique some what super hero you will ever see. Cross Batman with Shakespere and Leonardo Da Vinci and you have V. He may have a fondness for art and poetry but give him some knives and this guy can do some serious damage. On the other hand Natalie Portman who played Evey did an excellent job. He performance instantly made you fall in love with her character and you where locked in.
The supporting roles where also well done. The over all film had very gripping performances. The action sequences where completely awesome. Taking a unique fighting style and throw in a few speacil effects here and there and a little well sort of a lot of blood and you got some very cool and enjoyable sequences. The movie ends with a message that I hope viewers will think about and hopefully change their outlook on the world.
This movie makes it to my top 5 of 2006 which is still a small list. If your a comic fan, superhero freak, or anyone who likes a great action with emotional themes then this movie is definitely for you. I enjoyed this movie very much and I recommend you see it.
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