V for Vendetta
2006, Virtual Studios et al
Considerable issues surrounded the production of Vendetta, in particular a feud between the original comic's author, Alan Moore, and
the film's writers, which included the Wachowski Brothers Sisters. Moore insisted the film failed to reflect his original intent. But having no
awareness of the source material, I can only respond to what made it to the screen, and I found the results fascinating, gripping and
enthralling, with a unique, captivating style. Despite never showing his face, Hugo Weaving was mesmerizing, and Natalie Portman delivered one
of her better performances. Plus, Dario Marianelli contributed a memorable score.
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