V for Vrogaritrofrietz

Rating: Null/10 (4 June 2009)

I don't know much about the comic books 'V for Vendetta' is based on but the film is quite an interesting action thriller, with flaws. The element of suspense is well built. Even though it's easy to predict the end, you want to know what will happen after each subsequent event and what the lead character V's next step is. It is a well crafted movie, well put together, moving at a steady pace. The cast includes talented British actors like Stephen Rea, Stephen Fry, John Hurt, Ben Miles etc but it's really Hugo Weaving who is the star of 'V for Vendetta'. Wearing a mask throughout the entire film, the actor can only rely on his voice and body language which are used very effectively! His fantastic dialogue delivery and smooth gestures are evidence of what an incredible job he's done. In contrast, Natalie Portman is miscast and fails to convince as a British woman. As an action flick 'V for Vendetta' is expected to be loud but some scenes were unintentionally funny, like the blowing up of the parliament and the Brits cheering along. I bet if it was the White House it would have created some controversy (but become a funnier movie nonetheless). Anyway, the action sequences are brilliantly choreographed. Dario Marianelli's score is another strong point. To conclude, 'V for Vendetta' is a decent enough popcorn flick for a one-time watch.