Relatively close to the original scenario but...

Rating: 7/10 (27 July 2009)

While most of the original scenario is still there, this movie has two significant drawbacks. The first one is of course Matthew Goode, who lacks the charisma and presence required for such a key character as Ozymandias. It is unbelievable that there has been such an error in casting. I don't say Goode is a bad actor, just that he cannot impersonate Veidt. Also, the part about the origin and the past of Veidt/Ozymandias are weak compared to the weight they bring in the comic. The second is the chosen end, that differs from the original book and, in my opinion, is much weaker. Except for that, the movie stays relatively true to the impressive original scenario...