Mezmerizing and Unforgettable

Rating: 9/10 (22 March 2006)

V for Vendetta is a movie that will cause much stir among the critical voices as well as the movie goers for years to come. However, aside from being controversial in almost every way, it is also a film that many would say is necessary for people to see. For those who like action, violence, and special effects, hooray because this is your type of movie. V for Vendetta is an extravagant display of eye candy made for the viewer's pleasure. Yet, what about those who care for a great story? Well I'd say that V for Vendetta is as creative and superbly imaginative as cinema can get these days. The concept of an alternate totalitarian world, as depicted in the movie, is captivating because of the modern time frame it is attributed to. It is a world that shows how far human choice and capability can easily take society down the wrong path, yet at the same time the two can give people the strength to revolt against the unrighteous.
As political and mentally questionable as the film is, it is still a good time to spend at the movies. Yes, the dialogue can be cheesy at times, but for the most part try to look for the underlying meanings of the topics the movie tries to project. As for the acting, Natalie Portman and Hugo Weaving are great in portraying their characters. Overall, V for Vendetta is a great cinematic experience which will definitely not be forgotten too quickly and one that may be mimicked in terms of subject matter by films to come. 9/10