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One of Hugo Weaving’s best performances. The way he portrayed so much emotion and amazing acting while his whole face was covered by a mask, just shows how incredibly talented he is.
his performance is the antithesis to anthony hopkins in silence of the lambs... hopkins only has a closeup of his face you dont see the body, and here you only see the body and no face... and both are equally brilliant
Not only this, but also how many different characters he played, as V, and even if you were suspicious it was him, you were also suspicious it may not be.
in a healty democracy there schould be trust between the goverment and the people. The goverment can make/ use laws to punisch those how damage this trust. When the goverment damges this trust relationship. what are the tools for the people?
@@derpeek I actually disagree. The people should always distrust the words and actions of their government and should be willing to take to the streets when the government breaks their promises. I'm also open to to the philosophy of taking up arms for that purpose as well.
He was also the "War Doctor" in the modern 'Dr. Who' franchise, Mr Ollivander (the wand maker) in the first Harry Potter movie, Kane in the first 'Alien' movie (who had the chest-burster) and had the 'comedic' chest-burster in the Mel Brooks movie, Spaceballs.
I like to think that V for Vendetta is a somewhat sequel to 1984 and Winston was sooo turned by the re-education he would become like Big Brother. He became the Chancellor.
It was INTENTIONAL. 😉 1984 was tooooo anti-Socialist for many ... Progressives. 😉 This hit back at their imaginary foes .... The EVIL Conservatives. 😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣
@@theapocalex What's the point of this comment? You can't let people enjoy a series so much that you feel the need to put it down when there wasn't a need to? How did you become this bitter?
I have to agree on that one, unfortunately. The character played by Stephen Fry is executed for possession of the Quran. In the latest elections in the Netherlands, Wilders PVV was the biggest party. It had a made a proposition in to make the ownership of the Quran Illegal.
@@dre3k78 The problem is, the quotes and sentiments the movie puts out, are often hijacked by the very followers of the people and political parties that are attempting to bring that fascism and authoritarianism out into the mainstream... ie they co-opt it not as a vigilance warning against such things, but instead as a catch all 'I dont like yours' justification. And yeah im talking about the magats, I bet if you asked any of them who'd seen this film to say who metaphorically in the movie and the current american political world parallels who, 100% of them would say V was trump and the totalitarian government of the movie was Bidens democrats. Even if thats a complete 180 from reality.
@@dre3k78 The sad truth is that the people on both sides are convinced that they are right. The people who support our former President believe wholeheartedly that they are being oppressed and that the extremes that they may go to to "correct" things are completely justified. The people opposed to him are just as convinced that they are right and that his return to power will lead to something like the dystopian society in this film. And the people in power seek to manipulate both of these groups to further their own desires and grab even more power for themselves.
"Our integrity sells for so little, but it is all we really have. It is the very last inch of us, but within that inch, we are free... I shall die here. Every inch of me shall perish. Every inch, but one. An Inch, it is small and it is fragile, but it is the only thing in the world worth having. We must never lose it or give it away. We must never let them take it from us." - Valerie
When V turned up the Bishop's stereo to cover their conversation, the music was Beethoven's Fifth Symphony. I think it went by pretty quickly in the movie but if you missed it...the letter "V" is, of course, also the roman numeral for "5". Beethoven's famous FIFTH symphony starts with da-da-da-DUM. In Morse Code dot-dot-dot-dash is...wait for it...the letter "V"!
@@30noir Actually, I think I've confused the movie and the original graphic novel. I know in the graphic novel, V masked his conversation with the Bishop by playing Beethoven's Fifth Symphony. And when Finch investigates, he comments that "da da da DUM" is Morse code for "V". In the movie, I think that part with the Bishop is different. But in the movie V does play Beethoven's Fifth when he confronts Creedy.
When Alan Moore wrote the graphic novel in the 1980s, it was inspired by his feelings about Margaret Thatcher's government in Britain. The graphic novel is one one the best novels ever. Do read it! It is VERY different, but...still brilliant! Hugo Weaving was actually a replacement, as V was originally cast with James Purefoy (Prince Edward in A Knight's Tale). Some scenes are of Purefoy (uncredited) with Weaving dubbing the voice, and other scenes are all Weaving. Purefoy worked six weeks on the film, before leaving because of either 1) problems wearing the mask or 2) creative differences on the portrayal of V. Both reasons were reported. Natalie Portman's hair being shorn was her actual hair, not a wig or special effects. The film was written and produced by The Wachowskis, who tagged James Teague to direct. Teague had served as First Assistant Director on The Matrix films, and they felt he could direct. John Hurt, who played Adam Sutler, kind of flips the script with his performance in this film. In the 1980s, he played Winston Smith in a film version of George Orwell's 1984, which is also about a totalitarian society in England. In 1984, he was a victim of Big Brother, and in V for Vendetta...he WAS Big Brother.
One of my favourite movies. Hugo Weaving and Natalie Portman with great performances. The head-shaving scene was real, they allowed her actual hairdresser to do it, thats why you don't see the face of the person, Natalie wanted to be sure that it is done by a professionell in the right way.
@@cjwright79 she said that in an interview for Vanity Fair when she rewatched some of her scenes from "V for Vendetta", "Black Swan" , "Star Wars" & more: ua-cam.com/video/YjFigK1mXu0/v-deo.html
@@ralflukas8469 ack I'm sorry brother, I should have said Christian, can you provide a citation for us please -Christian-, that Natalie was specifically looking for a movie so she could get her head shaved on camera
The terms finger and such are symbolic of the branch they are in The ear = audio surveillance The eye = visual surveillance and CCTV The nose = detective branch The finger = patrolmen
I always loved this book. Alan Moore was the first writer who ever explained to me the difference between anarchy and chaos. Do as you must vs. Do as you like. 😉
Hugo Weaving was in the Matrix Trilogy, Lord of the Rings Trilogy, V for Vendetta, and voiced Megatron in the 1st Transformers movie, all in just under 10 years. Hugo was a damn KING of the Early 2000's
Has Alan ever liked ANY of movie versions of his novels? The only one I’ve read is TELOG, which was great. The film is pretty derided by most, but it’s a guilty please for me, always watch when it’s on. Dorian Grey is great especially.
@@Temeraire101 The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, or The Extraordinary League of Gentlemen? Either way, Alan Moore has hated every cinematic depiction of his work or refused to watch it.
@@vdoggydogg3922 Well that was a stupid comment. He didn't own the rights to most things.... Nor do most all comic authors. The only things he owned were from his own imprint "Americas Best Comics" which didn't include any of his famous works (Watchmen, Swamp Thing, LOEG, MiracleMan, V For Vendetta, From Hell, Batman The Killing Joke, Superman: Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow etc.) @mastervodo6840 Wathmen (the movie) is bad. And compared to the comic.... it's absolute trash.
One thing the original book makes clearer is *why* V dies. He feels like what he's done to make this new world possible also makes him undeserving of living in it, and worse, that he won't be able to *stop* his vendetta, and responding to everything with violence, and almost in Dark Knight style, if he lives long enough he'll stop being the hero and become the villain. That's also revealed as why he does what he does to Evie, crafting a successor who he believes can carry on his legacy as a new V, but with the compassion and perspective that's been burned out of his own soul.
Well he honestly wanted to put England and Scotland firmly under the subjugation of the Catholic church - against the wishes of the majority of the population. I'm not so sure that would have been a good thing.
@@Escapee5931 "against the wishes of the majority of the population" WRONG and in any case, King Jacob was crap, and nothing justifies the torture Guy Fawkes was submitted to... horrific even for the times. But hey, "nobody expects the spanish inquisition", except the protestants, which were much worst
@@RichO1701e I would go with Clement Attlee PM as the most influential and honest with dignity since WW2 ... he instigated the NHS, what a man .... and now we have the likes of BoJo and The lettuce ... what a let down the 21 Century is.
If a job needs doing, it should be done precisely, whole-heartedly and sincerely, with decorum. A little panache may be allowed if time permits, but certainly not the appearance of gaucheness, or one might suffer that worst of crimes - being mistaken as an American.
A spot of murder is no reason to forget one's manners (it's probably intended as testament to how terribly V had suffered that he forgot to offer her a cup of tea and a biscuit).
@@anonymes2884 "Beastly sorry to be a bother, but I'll need to stab you twice. For thoroughness, you understand. Three times would be garish, wouldn't you agree?"
I think the Doctor got the most peaceful murder because 1, She was not part of the political elite, she'd been lied to as much as the rest of the population and 2, after Lark Hill shed tried to make amends by becoming a coroner. Unlike the others she wasn't a bad person, just someone who was caught in a situation where she ended up doing bad things.
Amazing and scary how relevant this movie is. And the movie is from back in 2005...but it is based on a graphic novel written by Alan Moore and drawn by David Lloyd that came out in the early 1980's! (Alan Moore is one of the most respected writers in comics. Several of his comics have been adapted to the screen, but most of the adaptations have not been endorsed by Moore himself. These include V for Vendetta, The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, From Hell and Watchmen.)
2:45 the best part about this alliteration monologue is, if you go back and watch this scene after watching the movie, you'll notice he spells out EVERYTHING he will do in the movie.
Voila, in view, a humble vaudevillian veteran, cast vicariously as both victim and villain by the vicissitudes of fate. This visage, no mere veneer of vanity, is a vestige of Vox Populi, now vacant, vanished. However, this valorous visitation of a bygone vexation, stands vivified, and has vowed to vanquish these venal and virulent vermin vanguarding vice and vouchsafing the violent and virulent violation of volition. The only verdict is vengeance. A vendetta, held as a votive not in vain, for the veracity of such shall one day vindicate the vigilant and the virtuous. Verily, this vichyssoise of verbiage veers most verbose so let me simply add that it is my very good honor to meet you, and you may call me "V". After seeing this movie in the theater with my sister and a friend, I rushed back home and downloaded it to watch again, and again and again, until I could watch through Valerie's letter without crying. And then I tracked down that alliteration sequence and memorized it so thoroughly that 20 years later, I still can recite it by rote.
Rewatching this on Nov 5th is perfection as is jens awesome reaction im so happy to see this passing 100k views 🔥💥 the Truman show is on 99k currently lets get that one past 100k too guys go give it a watch or a rewatch and show jen our love for her content and channel 👍🔥💙
Did u note, the moment the people took off their masks. There was every person who was killed in the movie. The entire movie is a big message and this is part of it. :)
I remember seeing V For Vendetta debut in its original serialised incarnation in Warrior magazine from the UK back in 1982 and was blown away by it back then, even before a 3 year hiatus before the story was completed, and before it became collected into that bestselling graphic novel....
It took me a few watches to catch that Valerie is in both flashbacks. That's the only way I can imagine catching the prison twist on the first time through
I actually DID catch that on my first watch, but still brushed it off as one of those editing cuts that gets reused to save money or avoid a reshoot or reduce the number of extras.
John Hurt, who played the chancellor. Played the dissident in the film adaptation of G. Orwells 1984. That premiered in 1984. V was planned to premiere on the 5th of november 2005 400 years after the gunpowder plot. Corrected some tekst after remarks in the comments.
Presumably you mean 2005 (the Gunpowder Plot was in 1605). (i'm going to just assume it says absolutely nothing about us as a society that your comment still has double digit likes, despite being factually incorrect on two counts :)
@@anonymes2884 thanks for the comment. I did correct the year. In my defense. I type this on a phone, with a lot of automated corrections to my native language. I dont think 1984 and V were specific a reference to the current time. It was just that those numbers made a good match.🤫😉
If you liked this, then the graphic novel is definitely worth reading. The movie keeps to the spirit of the book, but did make some changes. The book is, if anything, even darker and grittier.
Something they made clearer in the graphic novel that I wish they'd referenced better in the movie. While at Larkhill, V by being complacent was given privileges which included working in the garden. He used that time to cultivate Scarlett Carsons and bring them from the brink of extinction (hence why the coroner knew it was V from the flower). He also used his access to fertilizer to make the bomb that took out the facility.
Fun fact: James Purefoy originallly played V but left after 6 weeks of filming. Since character wears mask all the time Hugo Weaving just redubbed the Purefoy's scenes.
I heard The Watchowskis said that even they can't remember which scenes in the final film are James and which are Hugo beneath the mask cos Hugo did such a good job matching James' performance
The graphic novel was written in the era of Margaret Thatcher's Britain, and its every bit as brilliant as the movie. I haven't done a close comparison of them , but the movie replicates the feel of the graphic novel extremely well, obviously updated for more modern political circumstances. I should check, but if you enjoyed this, you might also like Children of Men, you may have already done a reaction to it. Another UK based dystopia. Living in the UK feels like a dystopia a lot of the time, I think that's why they feature so heavily as a theme in British art. It was, after all, home to Orwell and the setting for 1984.
@@markmosley3547 And cringe and patronizing. Like we are morons. Like we couldn't see the paralel unless they poked our eyes with the flashback. But then again, it was made by Americans, and everything needs to be spelled for them.
@@RaduRadonys Honestly I always felt that scene was suppose to be from V's perspective. Like he was remembering what he went through while watching Evey. So the flashback would be in his mind and then cut back to Evey in front of him.
I don't know if you're old enough to remember the world before 9/11 (and especially the US), but it definitely hits those of us who do remember much harder.
If you ever get a chance, for sure check out the graphic novel. Not enough people recognize graphic novels for the artform that they really are, and this one is a good example of the craft.
I don't think anybody could have played V like Hugo did. it was definitely quite the message. You should I don't know if you recognize the mean bad guy has John Hurt, funny because he's his exact opposite from 1984, and another really good movie in this style would be Equilibrium with Christian Bale. I imagine that this movie itself would be on that Blacklist
Truly enjoyed watching this with you. Loved your reactions, your commentary and what you took away from the show when it was all said and done. Perfection.
"Time has to come to meet my maker" I love the dual meaning (and V knows it) of that statement. He's going to meet the Government Leader that authorized the program that made him into what he is.....and he knows he's about to die, so he's going to meet God too.
Jen, I got so wrapped up in the chat I'm going to have to watch the video again, right now! You attract such a good group of people in your chats, and all credit for that goes to you. You're killing it!
25:10 Mark! Aha! This is my first time seeing scenes from this movie since seeing "Preacher", "Lucifer", and "The Sandman", and all three are "DC" properties. I wonder how Satan and then Adolf Hitler, who had Satan assassinated so that he could rule Hell, (Male) Lucifer, and (Female) Lucifer would react to the British Government in this movie? 🤔 But my "aha" pertains to "Stranger Things"! Millie Bobby Brown as "Eleven" was visually reminding me of Natalie Portman in this movie once she got the buzz cut, and I just now realized it! 😳 😮😊😅
Hugo Weaving displayed a masterclass in conveying emotion yet you never see his face. Absolutely brilliant film…and chillingly applicable more so today.
As much as You Love doing Accents, all of My Best Hugo Weaving Impressions come from quoting V's Dialogue!👌 Thank You so much for doing this one Jen, and I Hope that You too will forever Remember the 5th of November!👍
I just watched the Count of Monte Christo (2002, Kevin Reynolds) today, I can HIGHLY but seriously HIIIIIIGGGGHHLY recommend that one, haven't seen the old one portrayed in this film though
42:52 Mark! 5.3K Thumbs Up + Mine! 👍 You're welcome, and thanks! ☺️ Notes: Your reaction video! I thought I heard mention of something bad happening in North America, particularly the USA! 🤔 I remember that when I saw the movie, I wondered why we didn't prevent help our allied nation! 😮 You're Candian, right? How would such a drastic change in Europe affect Canada? 🤔 I'm not sure about the graphic novel. I bought comics faster than I was reading them, just to be caught up on ownership at least, while I could still buy them. I seem to recall reading about how Batman and maybe Superman reacted to V. 🤷♂️
10:28 "I love breakfast!" So do I, Jen. What he's making is what the British call "Eggie in a Basket" or what we Hillbillies in Ohio call "Egg in a Hole." Here's the Recipe. 1. Melt about 1 Tablespoon of butter in a skillet. 2. Cut a hole in the center of your favorite bread. 3. Place the bread in the skillet and crack an egg into the hole in the bread 4. Cook evenly on both sides until crispy. 5. Remove from skillet, add salt and pepper to taste. 6. Munch Make 2 and place a slice of cheese between them for the best (and messiest) breakfast sandwich ever! Also, great reaction vid, I look forward to the next! Chuck
The graphic novel was written by Alan Moore, who also wrote Watchmen. There are only two things you need to know about Alan Moore. 1. He's a grouchy old wizard with a marvelous mind. 2. He _does not_ like pearl clutching, self-aggrandizing, "moral majority" conservatives. Both V for Vendetta and Watchmen were written and published throughout the Reagan/Thatcher years.
Just food for thought, but this has become an example of life imitating art; we've already had our 3waters incident, and it'll only be a matter of time till we go dystopian. Question is, who's ready to take part in the aftermath?
I have been waiting for this in great anticipation. This is one of my top 5 movies ever. I first saw it at home on a bootleg a friend gave me and the next night I was in the theatre watching it as intended. I cried both times at the end when they removed the masks and we saw all the departed who helped forge this journey. Jen, your keen observation and insight into film in general was incredibly powerful in revisiting this movie, and I'm so grateful to see this movie again as new
I mean this with all respect. You are a person I could wake up to everyday and knowing I made you smile would be all I need in this world. Cause I would smile back and do everything that day to see that smile again.
this mask was designed by Alan Moore for the graphic novel of v for vendetta, after the release of the movie the mask became a symbol of protest, which in turn was adopted by Anonymous, it's not entirely clear wheather Anonymous used it because of the movie or because of the graphic novels
It was absolutely following the movie. It was adopted as a symbol of Anonymous back on 4chan after the movie came out, and later one with the anti-scientology protests in 2008.
I've just rewatched this excellent reaction by you to this excellent film, Jen. It remains one of my favourite films it says so much about our world and our condition as humans. I'll shall do more rewatches later.
@@jenmurrayxo Thank you, Jen, I appreciate your acknowledgement. I'm going to do a couple of more rewatches now before I go to bed, it's 11.47pm here so, I won't be able to do more tonight I'm afraid.
"V For Vendetta" was more than just an action drama. It was an expertly artsy romance. It heavily romanticized the revolution, the revolutionary, and the woman whose life and mind he freed. It was more than exciting. It convinced me to make a sizable emotional investment in "V" and "Evey." And I did not regret it.
In the original comic, Evie came from where I came from, Shootershill in SE London. There was a picture of the view from her house that basically showed the roof of my house.
Alan Moore, wrote the comic/ graphic novel. He also wrote Watchmen and other classics. He doesn’t care for either adaptations but I like both movies (V and Watchmen). The HBO Watchmen series is also very good! I’ve seen people in the comment section talk about its relevance to today’s current world conflicts but art like this is timeless and will always have relevance regardless of when it’s viewed.
The comic had a few more layers than the movie and some small changes, but overall I can live with them. One thing that becomes more clear is that while his Vendetta is personal, it's also at the same time a smokescreen. His Vendetta is against all they did, not only to him, but also against the system they put up, against all their works. One detail that they omit from the movie is that the government had a computer network where everything was connected to. The surveillance, the files, everything. Towards the end it was relieved that V had access to that network from the beginning. That's how he was able to send out the costumes. He even used government factories to make them without anyone noticing. The computer relies orders from the government and the government is not to be questioned. If you don't know the Count of Monte Christo, the book is rather long and difficult to read, but a worthwhile story to know. There have been more than a few adaptations. None of them cover the whole book as I said, it is long and some adaptions aren't very good. I haven't seen them all, but from those I know I prefer the 1975 one with Richard Chamberlain in the lead role. Of course it let's out a lot and the story moves very fast in parts, because of the limits of the movie's length, it has excellent actors and tells the story well.
Hugo Weaving did such amazing work in this role. Think about it: we never see his face, and we feel every moment of the character. It's awe--inspiring. This is a master class in acting.
This is one of the most thought provoking movies I can recall. It's scary how realistic this movie can feel. It's one of those movies where it wouldn't surprise anyone if it actually happened (well, to this extent). I think that also makes this movie a bit terrifying because of how much it relates to the present day world. And I still think this is Hugo Weaving's best performance and I love Natalie Portman in it. That scene when she leaves her cell is absolutely fantastic. I LOVE this movie.
Hugo's character was in this film was awesome he's a dynamic actor. Plus also starring as Agent smith in the matrix & Lord elrond in the LOTR. Good reaction, Jen.
Thank you for viewing this movie, definitely in my top ten movies of all time. In that list are also Shawshank Redemption, The Green Mile, Star Wars: A New Hope, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Star Wars: Rogue One. Keep watching the great flicks, love this channel.
The graphic novel of V for Vendetta is perhaps the pinnacle of that art form. Definitely worth a read, along with Watchmen. Alan Moore, the writer of the graphic novels is notorious for hating, and even opposing, any film adaptation of his works. But I am thankful for the film versions of V for Vendetta and Watchmen as it lead me to discover the original versions.
I saw this movie twice. Once before SERE school and once after. It took on a completely different tone afterwards. I REALLY connected with that "freeing" process much more.
FWIW - The "Whacky" music used in the Comedy sketch and in the chase was a call back to a Classic British comedy show in the 1970s called the "Benny Hill Show" which always featured a crazy chase scene to that music...
John Hurt, who played the head antagonist Chancellor Sutler, was also the main character and protagonist in the movie 1984. Both of these movies are highly dystopian in nature. I can't help but to think this movie is proof that the reeducation he went through in 1984 was effective.
@@orarinnsnorrason4614 LOL, no. No country or politician really benefitted from the Covid pandemic at all, quite the contrary. Literally only far-right populist politicians (*cough*Trump*cough*Bolsonaro*cough*) and other shady characters tried to capitalize on this plandemic conspiracy theory. This movie came out just a few years after 9/11 when it was FAR more relevant when the elected president of the US was literally putting in place the Patriot Act, a bill that allowed the arrest and imprisonment of any citizen without justification, and commiting other human-right violations, in Guantanamo for example. Nothing of this is true with current events. Wearing a mask when you're sick and getting vaccinated to prevent the spread of a virus aren't violation of rights. You'd probably be the first person to go vote for a fascism-inclined candidate expecting to be "freed" from this none-existent dystopia of yours, effectively creating it...
@@orarinnsnorrason4614 Except the coup in this movie bears literally zero resemblance to COVID 19. You can't name even one similarity beyond "hurr durr, virus." COVID did not result in s single "big government crackdown on freedom." You're life is not impacted in even one tiny way by it, so there is absolutely zero resemblance to this movie, and there never was even remotely one.
Jen, you should read the Graphic Novel, it came out in the '80s as a series of comics, Alan Moore wrote it as a reaction and commentary on Thatcherism in the U K. at the time, but its themes stretch far beyond that, and I feel that it's even more relevant today than it was then, sadly.
@@e.d.2096 Yes, Eric, very much so, but not in a good way for the vast majority of the U.K. at the time. We're still living with the after effects of her policies now, she ruined a lot of things in the U.K. Anyway, on to better things, how are things going with you my friend?
@@Adam_Le-Roi_Davis. Day by day my friend. All is well though. My sister dog is in some distress, but it's something that we dealt with before. How are things with you?
@@e.d.2096Hi Eric, Sorry for the delay in replying, I have only just seen this message. That's generally good news, I'm sorry to hear about the dog though, are vets expensive in the states? We have certain vets run by animal charities who only ask for whatever you can afford, do those exist over there as well? As for me, I'm improving daily, still not quite well as yet, but I'm on the mend, as we say here in the U.K. Other than that, things are fine, thank you for asking.
Rightwingers there and U.S. are trying to push the same anti-LGBT bigotry that was raging in the 80's, and hoping to destroy women having control of their own bodies. #VoteBlueToSaveAmerica
This is the most successful movie version of Alan Moore's graphic novels, for me. Moore always hates adaptations of his works with a passion, but this one captures a lot of the essentials. The graphic novel is worth reading, as are Watchmen and From Hell, although the movie version of Watchmen is only recommended if you're a die-hard Zack Snyder fan. The original graphic novel of V for Vendetta was written in the 80s, and was responding to the politics of Thatcher and Reagan and so on. It feels increasingly and frighteningly prophetic these days. The mask was indeed used by Anonymous inspired by this movie (and the original graphic novel). Also, shout out to Hugo Weaving as V and the late great John Hurt as Sutler.
Really happy this won the youtube poll! Great movie. The prison notes are heart wrenching. Not really a boring part in the whole film. Happy you enjoyed it as much as I do!
I have seen this one so many times i cant count but around 20 at least. It is my absolute favorite film. There are many moments were tears can fall for me but the scenes with the letter just breaks me every single time. Both Natalie Portman and Hugo are just phenomenal. Every time they are on screen together its perfection.
26:28 Mark! I got distracted by asking "Google" what Forrest Gump's financial net worth was, as well as other questions and answers at "Quora" before remembering to finish your video! 😁 But for now, I wanted to point out something about her white and pink costume. I don't recall it starting a new fashion trend because it is an old-fashioned dress! However, Natalie Portman is in another movie called "The Professional" or "Leon" or "Leon the Professional", and in it, her character becomes an assassin's protégé! I think the character is 12? 🤔 She wears a "jazzy little number" that's red and black, that did get imitated! 😮 I seem to recall a dance squad wearing a very similar ensemble. A girl wearing her outfit to a "Subway" with her younger brother and her mother got the attention of an older clique of girls. Apparently, one of them said the younger girl looked like a "slut"! That set the mother off! Oddly enough, though, no one was hurt, killed, or arrested! Just embarrassed as all get out! 😕 But that dress in this movie, being so 1950s retro, wouldn't cause a ruckus.
One of the best films ever made imo. Great acting, great writing great music and so relatable. A very quotable film of epic proportions. Great reaction Jen! 😊
Amazing movie and the most incredible thing about it is for how amazing it is now, it was so much more when it first released. Have to remember that this movie came out right after 9/11, in the full swing of the war on terror narrative and all it meant for personal liberties. The balls it took to make this movie at that time are admirable to say the least. It's sad to see the movie starting to gain it's former relevancy again in current times. Again, great movie. Anonymous wore those masks because of this movie by the way. Only the hacking group by the name remains, it used to stand for a bigger movement in a certain place on the internet. That movement and spirit is dead and buried though. If you want another great movie about a similar dystopian future also centered in Britain watch Children of Man. Love your videos.
Not home sadly so going to miss this but please everyone have the best time and show your support and love for Jen by hitting that like button and subscribing to the channel 💙
@@tomhoffman4330I watched her full reaction and the yt edit and indeed both fantastic but Fridays I'm not home until just after 11 and Jen premieres at 10 so I will never sadly make a Friday premiere 😞 always happy to hear you and everyone had a fun time though 🥳 Jen too ofc 👌
Since today is November 5th it’s the perfect day to give this one a rewatch. Excellent reaction as always Jen and congrats on this video hitting 100k views 🥂🔥
"The multiplying villainies of nature do swarm upon him." I think Anonymous started using the Guy Fawkes mask after this movie. You should really check out The Count Of Monte Cristo! The 90s version, be surprised by the cast! "And I like God do not play with dice and do not believe in coincidences." Fun Fact: Natalie Portman did shave her head in that scene. They practiced for a while with the machine off then went for it when they were comfortable. John Hurt, R.I.P., the actor who played the Chancellor ironically played Winston Smith in the theatrical version of George Orwell's book 1984. Sadly, like A Clockwork Orange, the author of the graphic novel V For Vendetta hated this. Hugo Weaving was busy back then. This, The Lord Of The Rings and The Matrix. He was also in the remake of The Wolf man! Played the Red Skull in the 1st Captain America (MCU) movie, but declined to reprise the role, didn't like the make-up wearing and process.
I've just given this yet another watch for your channel, Jen, I love your reaction to this film, like you I feel that it's an important film covering important themes, which I believe everyone should watch at least once in their lives.
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Remember remember to like the video :)
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Please continue with the classic Planet of the Apes films! They need more attention!
Will do, Jen...👍
Hey Jen since you like star trek so much, why don't you do the Next Generation movies like NEMESIS, GENERATIONS, FIRST CONTACT & INSURRECTION
Please continue the original Planet of the Apes films! They need more attention!
Or YOUR HIGHNESS with Natalie Portman James Franco & Danny Mcbride
One of Hugo Weaving’s best performances. The way he portrayed so much emotion and amazing acting while his whole face was covered by a mask, just shows how incredibly talented he is.
I agree!! I was blown away how much he did while covered with a mask!
Similar to Pedro Pascal in the Mandalorian. People seem afraid to cover actors' faces, but good actors can do wonders with a mask on.
his performance is the antithesis to anthony hopkins in silence of the lambs... hopkins only has a closeup of his face you dont see the body, and here you only see the body and no face... and both are equally brilliant
Hell yeah, it's great.
Not only this, but also how many different characters he played, as V, and even if you were suspicious it was him, you were also suspicious it may not be.
*”People shouldn’t be afraid of their governments.”*
*”Governments should be afraid of their people.”*
So true
I use this quote pretty much every day. great movie
in a healty democracy there schould be trust between the goverment and the people. The goverment can make/ use laws to punisch those how damage this trust. When the goverment damges this trust relationship. what are the tools for the people?
@@derpeek I actually disagree. The people should always distrust the words and actions of their government and should be willing to take to the streets when the government breaks their promises. I'm also open to to the philosophy of taking up arms for that purpose as well.
@@mparantha So you're just against government, like a knee jerk reflex, even if it does something positive. That's very healthy and not psychotic.
Fun little fact: John Hurt (Suttler in "V for Vendetta") played Winston Smith in the 80s adaptation of "1984". It's basically a reversal of roles.
He was also the "War Doctor" in the modern 'Dr. Who' franchise, Mr Ollivander (the wand maker) in the first Harry Potter movie, Kane in the first 'Alien' movie (who had the chest-burster) and had the 'comedic' chest-burster in the Mel Brooks movie, Spaceballs.
I like to think that V for Vendetta is a somewhat sequel to 1984 and Winston was sooo turned by the re-education he would become like Big Brother. He became the Chancellor.
It was INTENTIONAL. 😉 1984 was tooooo anti-Socialist for many ... Progressives. 😉 This hit back at their imaginary foes .... The EVIL Conservatives. 😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣
we shall prevail ... buy 🍎
@@theapocalex What's the point of this comment? You can't let people enjoy a series so much that you feel the need to put it down when there wasn't a need to? How did you become this bitter?
This movie is probably more relevant now than it was when it was written in the 1980s.
Gets more relevant every year.
I have to agree on that one, unfortunately. The character played by Stephen Fry is executed for possession of the Quran. In the latest elections in the Netherlands, Wilders PVV was the biggest party. It had a made a proposition in to make the ownership of the Quran Illegal.
It will continue to be more and more relevant as the world moves father towards fascism and authoritarianism.
@@dre3k78 The problem is, the quotes and sentiments the movie puts out, are often hijacked by the very followers of the people and political parties that are attempting to bring that fascism and authoritarianism out into the mainstream... ie they co-opt it not as a vigilance warning against such things, but instead as a catch all 'I dont like yours' justification.
And yeah im talking about the magats, I bet if you asked any of them who'd seen this film to say who metaphorically in the movie and the current american political world parallels who, 100% of them would say V was trump and the totalitarian government of the movie was Bidens democrats. Even if thats a complete 180 from reality.
@@dre3k78 The sad truth is that the people on both sides are convinced that they are right. The people who support our former President believe wholeheartedly that they are being oppressed and that the extremes that they may go to to "correct" things are completely justified. The people opposed to him are just as convinced that they are right and that his return to power will lead to something like the dystopian society in this film. And the people in power seek to manipulate both of these groups to further their own desires and grab even more power for themselves.
"Our integrity sells for so little, but it is all we really have. It is the very last inch of us, but within that inch, we are free... I shall die here. Every inch of me shall perish. Every inch, but one. An Inch, it is small and it is fragile, but it is the only thing in the world worth having. We must never lose it or give it away. We must never let them take it from us." - Valerie
I loved Valerie’s diary.
aka, 2.54 centimetres ;-)
This moment, this idea, was what made me see this movie in the theatre 6 or 7 times.
"This is dystopian". Yup, pretty-much.
When V turned up the Bishop's stereo to cover their conversation, the music was Beethoven's Fifth Symphony. I think it went by pretty quickly in the movie but if you missed it...the letter "V" is, of course, also the roman numeral for "5". Beethoven's famous FIFTH symphony starts with da-da-da-DUM. In Morse Code dot-dot-dot-dash is...wait for it...the letter "V"!
it was also used during WW2 at the start of radio programs broadcasted from Britain to the resistance in occupied Europe.
@@derpeek “V FOR VICTORY!”
It wasn't the Bishop, it was Creedy.
@@30noir Actually, I think I've confused the movie and the original graphic novel. I know in the graphic novel, V masked his conversation with the Bishop by playing Beethoven's Fifth Symphony. And when Finch investigates, he comments that "da da da DUM" is Morse code for "V". In the movie, I think that part with the Bishop is different. But in the movie V does play Beethoven's Fifth when he confronts Creedy.
@@derpeek And relatedly, a 'V' painted on walls in occupied Europe was a symbol of resistance (as we also see in the film/comic).
When Alan Moore wrote the graphic novel in the 1980s, it was inspired by his feelings about Margaret Thatcher's government in Britain.
The graphic novel is one one the best novels ever. Do read it! It is VERY different, but...still brilliant!
Hugo Weaving was actually a replacement, as V was originally cast with James Purefoy (Prince Edward in A Knight's Tale). Some scenes are of Purefoy (uncredited) with Weaving dubbing the voice, and other scenes are all Weaving. Purefoy worked six weeks on the film, before leaving because of either 1) problems wearing the mask or 2) creative differences on the portrayal of V. Both reasons were reported.
Natalie Portman's hair being shorn was her actual hair, not a wig or special effects.
The film was written and produced by The Wachowskis, who tagged James Teague to direct. Teague had served as First Assistant Director on The Matrix films, and they felt he could direct.
John Hurt, who played Adam Sutler, kind of flips the script with his performance in this film. In the 1980s, he played Winston Smith in a film version of George Orwell's 1984, which is also about a totalitarian society in England. In 1984, he was a victim of Big Brother, and in V for Vendetta...he WAS Big Brother.
@@theapocalex I didn't see any UBI or good public transit, so it couldn't have been far left, lol.
One of my favourite movies. Hugo Weaving and Natalie Portman with great performances. The head-shaving scene was real, they allowed her actual hairdresser to do it, thats why you don't see the face of the person, Natalie wanted to be sure that it is done by a professionell in the right way.
Natalie Portman signed on to this film specifically so she'd have the opportunity to have her head shaved on screen
I find that a little hard to believe, could you provide a citation, a news source that says as much Christian. A credible source, that is.
@@cjwright79 she said that in an interview for Vanity Fair when she rewatched some of her scenes from "V for Vendetta", "Black Swan" , "Star Wars" & more: ua-cam.com/video/YjFigK1mXu0/v-deo.html
Unfortunately Natalie Portman's accent goes off in places and it's weird & distracting.
@@ralflukas8469 ack I'm sorry brother, I should have said Christian, can you provide a citation for us please -Christian-, that Natalie was specifically looking for a movie so she could get her head shaved on camera
The terms finger and such are symbolic of the branch they are in
The ear = audio surveillance
The eye = visual surveillance and CCTV
The nose = detective branch
The finger = patrolmen
The tongue = propaganda
and the leader is always gonna be the dick
The brain = An advanced AI supercomputer that helps run the government and Suttler is in love with... oh wait that was the comicbook...
The Nipple = The dairy industry
The idea presumably being of the "body politic" metaphor made explicit.
The movie was set in 2027, the UK is quite on schedule to make it a documentary.
I always loved this book.
Alan Moore was the first writer who ever explained to me the difference between anarchy and chaos. Do as you must vs. Do as you like. 😉
No matter how many times I see and hear Valerie's scene, it always chokes me up.
the fact you were able you understand all those messages of the film - CHEFS KISS - the world needs more people like you.
I watch this movie every year on the 5th of november
I love Stephen Fry! Such a great actor!
Shame he's zionist scumbag that supports Israeli genocide
ya he is mutch more than just a actor he is a super smart and have done many things worth listening to ..
he's kind of the modern day Oscar Wilde!
Trivia man. And he's endorsed Rowling's bigotry.
@@treetopjones737 oh, give it a rest! 🙄
Hugo Weaving was in the Matrix Trilogy, Lord of the Rings Trilogy, V for Vendetta, and voiced Megatron in the 1st Transformers movie, all in just under 10 years.
Hugo was a damn KING of the Early 2000's
He also played Red Skull in "Captain America: The First Avenger ".
Killed it in Hacksaw Ridge too.
and that's skipping the wide variety of roles in the 90s
Well, the second "first" Transformers movie.
Maaaaajor geek cred
V for Vendetta (Graphic Novel) was written by Alan Moore - who also wrote "Watchmen", another AWESOME movie you should watch.
Has Alan ever liked ANY of movie versions of his novels? The only one I’ve read is TELOG, which was great. The film is pretty derided by most, but it’s a guilty please for me, always watch when it’s on. Dorian Grey is great especially.
@@Temeraire101 The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, or The Extraordinary League of Gentlemen? Either way, Alan Moore has hated every cinematic depiction of his work or refused to watch it.
@@htime9119 Sorry, my mistake.
@@vdoggydogg3922 He didn't own the rights. V for Vendetta, Watchmen and LoEG are all owned by DC as the original comics were all published by DC.
@@vdoggydogg3922 Well that was a stupid comment. He didn't own the rights to most things.... Nor do most all comic authors. The only things he owned were from his own imprint "Americas Best Comics" which didn't include any of his famous works (Watchmen, Swamp Thing, LOEG, MiracleMan, V For Vendetta, From Hell, Batman The Killing Joke, Superman: Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow etc.)
@mastervodo6840 Wathmen (the movie) is bad. And compared to the comic.... it's absolute trash.
One thing the original book makes clearer is *why* V dies. He feels like what he's done to make this new world possible also makes him undeserving of living in it, and worse, that he won't be able to *stop* his vendetta, and responding to everything with violence, and almost in Dark Knight style, if he lives long enough he'll stop being the hero and become the villain. That's also revealed as why he does what he does to Evie, crafting a successor who he believes can carry on his legacy as a new V, but with the compassion and perspective that's been burned out of his own soul.
"Equilibrium" with Christian Bale needs to be added to your list. It's a similar premise to this, and great story as well.
The definition of the perfect reactor: Jen Murray. This was a gem.
40:15 Mark! When heads begin exploding in one of the movies about "The Kingsmen" I think the same music is playing! 🤔
Guy Fawkes "the last man to enter Parliament with honest intentions"
Well he honestly wanted to put England and Scotland firmly under the subjugation of the Catholic church - against the wishes of the majority of the population.
I'm not so sure that would have been a good thing.
@@Escapee5931
"against the wishes of the majority of the population"
WRONG
and in any case, King Jacob was crap, and nothing justifies the torture Guy Fawkes was submitted to... horrific even for the times.
But hey, "nobody expects the spanish inquisition", except the protestants, which were much worst
Jeremy Corbyn, Tony Benn and Denis Skinner to name but a few honest MP's
@@RichO1701e I would go with Clement Attlee PM as the most influential and honest with dignity since WW2 ... he instigated the NHS, what a man .... and now we have the likes of BoJo and The lettuce ... what a let down the 21 Century is.
@@daviddowsett1658who is the lettuce?
"That was the most cordial murder I've ever seen."
Yeah, I've noticed the British seem to have a knack for being polite even while murdering.
If a job needs doing, it should be done precisely, whole-heartedly and sincerely, with decorum. A little panache may be allowed if time permits, but certainly not the appearance of gaucheness, or one might suffer that worst of crimes - being mistaken as an American.
A spot of murder is no reason to forget one's manners (it's probably intended as testament to how terribly V had suffered that he forgot to offer her a cup of tea and a biscuit).
@@anonymes2884 "Beastly sorry to be a bother, but I'll need to stab you twice. For thoroughness, you understand. Three times would be garish, wouldn't you agree?"
I think the Doctor got the most peaceful murder because 1, She was not part of the political elite, she'd been lied to as much as the rest of the population and 2, after Lark Hill shed tried to make amends by becoming a coroner. Unlike the others she wasn't a bad person, just someone who was caught in a situation where she ended up doing bad things.
Well, you wouldn't want someone to die thinking you're rude, would you?
Amazing and scary how relevant this movie is. And the movie is from back in 2005...but it is based on a graphic novel written by Alan Moore and drawn by David Lloyd that came out in the early 1980's!
(Alan Moore is one of the most respected writers in comics. Several of his comics have been adapted to the screen, but most of the adaptations have not been endorsed by Moore himself. These include V for Vendetta, The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, From Hell and Watchmen.)
That's because Alan Moore is a diva (though he has reason to be). It really doesn't matter how good the adaptation is, he'd hate it.
There were a lot of Fascist groups in the UK during the 1970s and 80s.
The Valerie sequence is utterly perfect.
"For three years, I had roses and apologized to no one." The tragic defiance of that line always hits hard.
2:45 the best part about this alliteration monologue is, if you go back and watch this scene after watching the movie, you'll notice he spells out EVERYTHING he will do in the movie.
Voila, in view, a humble vaudevillian veteran, cast vicariously as both victim and villain by the vicissitudes of fate. This visage, no mere veneer of vanity, is a vestige of Vox Populi, now vacant, vanished. However, this valorous visitation of a bygone vexation, stands vivified, and has vowed to vanquish these venal and virulent vermin vanguarding vice and vouchsafing the violent and virulent violation of volition. The only verdict is vengeance. A vendetta, held as a votive not in vain, for the veracity of such shall one day vindicate the vigilant and the virtuous. Verily, this vichyssoise of verbiage veers most verbose so let me simply add that it is my very good honor to meet you, and you may call me "V".
After seeing this movie in the theater with my sister and a friend, I rushed back home and downloaded it to watch again, and again and again, until I could watch through Valerie's letter without crying. And then I tracked down that alliteration sequence and memorized it so thoroughly that 20 years later, I still can recite it by rote.
Rewatching this on Nov 5th is perfection as is jens awesome reaction im so happy to see this passing 100k views 🔥💥 the Truman show is on 99k currently lets get that one past 100k too guys go give it a watch or a rewatch and show jen our love for her content and channel 👍🔥💙
Did u note, the moment the people took off their masks. There was every person who was killed in the movie. The entire movie is a big message and this is part of it. :)
*”Remember, remember the 5th of November.”*
Forever👍
gunpowder, treason and plot,
I know of no reason why gunpowder treason
should ever be forgot.
5:16 The coming elections. Most of the movie already happened, but the end.
The V mask has become (in)famously iconic since this film came out... And i strongly suspect most wearers never realised the source...
And of those that know of the movie, there are probably even fewer that are aware of and have read the even better comic by Alan Moore.
I remember seeing V For Vendetta debut in its original serialised incarnation in Warrior magazine from the UK back in 1982 and was blown away by it back then, even before a 3 year hiatus before the story was completed, and before it became collected into that bestselling graphic novel....
As movie merchandise and a connection to history, it was equally iconic.
It's the reason why the hackers group anonymous uses it.
It took me a few watches to catch that Valerie is in both flashbacks. That's the only way I can imagine catching the prison twist on the first time through
I actually DID catch that on my first watch, but still brushed it off as one of those editing cuts that gets reused to save money or avoid a reshoot or reduce the number of extras.
John Hurt, who played the chancellor. Played the dissident in the film adaptation of G. Orwells 1984. That premiered in 1984. V was planned to premiere on the 5th of november 2005 400 years after the gunpowder plot. Corrected some tekst after remarks in the comments.
You mean JOHN Hurt.
William Hurt was General Ross in the MCU.
John Hurt was Adam Sutler, Trevor Broom, Control, Winston Smith, and many other people.
@@constantdvdcollector John Hurt also played the War Doctor in Doctor Who's 50th anniversary special "The Day of the Doctor."
Presumably you mean 2005 (the Gunpowder Plot was in 1605).
(i'm going to just assume it says absolutely nothing about us as a society that your comment still has double digit likes, despite being factually incorrect on two counts :)
@@constantdvdcollector thanks for this comment. I corrected it.
@@anonymes2884 thanks for the comment. I did correct the year. In my defense. I type this on a phone, with a lot of automated corrections to my native language. I dont think 1984 and V were specific a reference to the current time. It was just that those numbers made a good match.🤫😉
If you liked this, then the graphic novel is definitely worth reading. The movie keeps to the spirit of the book, but did make some changes. The book is, if anything, even darker and grittier.
Something they made clearer in the graphic novel that I wish they'd referenced better in the movie. While at Larkhill, V by being complacent was given privileges which included working in the garden. He used that time to cultivate Scarlett Carsons and bring them from the brink of extinction (hence why the coroner knew it was V from the flower). He also used his access to fertilizer to make the bomb that took out the facility.
Fun fact: James Purefoy originallly played V but left after 6 weeks of filming. Since character wears mask all the time Hugo Weaving just redubbed the Purefoy's scenes.
Oh those Mark Antonys
I heard The Watchowskis said that even they can't remember which scenes in the final film are James and which are Hugo beneath the mask cos Hugo did such a good job matching James' performance
The graphic novel was written in the era of Margaret Thatcher's Britain, and its every bit as brilliant as the movie. I haven't done a close comparison of them , but the movie replicates the feel of the graphic novel extremely well, obviously updated for more modern political circumstances. I should check, but if you enjoyed this, you might also like Children of Men, you may have already done a reaction to it. Another UK based dystopia. Living in the UK feels like a dystopia a lot of the time, I think that's why they feature so heavily as a theme in British art. It was, after all, home to Orwell and the setting for 1984.
The graphic novel is very good and very different darker. If you will get your hands on a copy, it's good reading.
Oh yeah I love this movie, great comic adaptaion, Hugo and Natalie have great performances, and movie have nice Boom scenes, you will Love it Jen.
"Evey Reborn" is one of my favourite scores of all time, and is part of the best trailer ever, for "Interstellar", back in 2014.
Finch putting the pieces together came in an acid trip on the site of what was Larkhill in the graphic novel.
Remember Remember the 5th of November.
Thanks jen
I picture this movie every time I have to play 1812 overture when I’m sitting in the symphony… ❤
The only time I’ve ever seen an entire theatre stand and cheer, was when that train rolled into Parliament 🔥🔥
Evey on the roof, in the rain, remains one of my favourite scenes of all time. Good lord that's powerfully done.
The match cut between Evey on the roof and V in the fire is really sweet
@@markmosley3547 And cringe and patronizing. Like we are morons. Like we couldn't see the paralel unless they poked our eyes with the flashback. But then again, it was made by Americans, and everything needs to be spelled for them.
@@RaduRadonys Honestly I always felt that scene was suppose to be from V's perspective. Like he was remembering what he went through while watching Evey. So the flashback would be in his mind and then cut back to Evey in front of him.
"A revolution without dancing is a revolution not worth having!" - Emma Goldman, Anarcho-Feminist
I don't know if you're old enough to remember the world before 9/11 (and especially the US), but it definitely hits those of us who do remember much harder.
If you ever get a chance, for sure check out the graphic novel. Not enough people recognize graphic novels for the artform that they really are, and this one is a good example of the craft.
I don't think anybody could have played V like Hugo did. it was definitely quite the message. You should I don't know if you recognize the mean bad guy has John Hurt, funny because he's his exact opposite from 1984, and another really good movie in this style would be Equilibrium with Christian Bale. I imagine that this movie itself would be on that Blacklist
Truly enjoyed watching this with you. Loved your reactions, your commentary and what you took away from the show when it was all said and done. Perfection.
"Time has to come to meet my maker" I love the dual meaning (and V knows it) of that statement. He's going to meet the Government Leader that authorized the program that made him into what he is.....and he knows he's about to die, so he's going to meet God too.
Jen, I got so wrapped up in the chat I'm going to have to watch the video again, right now! You attract such a good group of people in your chats, and all credit for that goes to you. You're killing it!
Thanks kevin! I appreciate you being there :)
@@jenmurrayxo Wouldn't miss it Jen!
Thanks Kevin👋always a Pleasure to be here!
25:10 Mark! Aha! This is my first time seeing scenes from this movie since seeing "Preacher", "Lucifer", and "The Sandman", and all three are "DC" properties. I wonder how Satan and then Adolf Hitler, who had Satan assassinated so that he could rule Hell, (Male) Lucifer, and (Female) Lucifer would react to the British Government in this movie? 🤔
But my "aha" pertains to "Stranger Things"! Millie Bobby Brown as "Eleven" was visually reminding me of Natalie Portman in this movie once she got the buzz cut, and I just now realized it! 😳 😮😊😅
Hugo Weaving displayed a masterclass in conveying emotion yet you never see his face. Absolutely brilliant film…and chillingly applicable more so today.
one of the best movies of all time, easily in top 3
As much as You Love doing Accents, all of My Best Hugo Weaving Impressions come from quoting V's Dialogue!👌
Thank You so much for doing this one Jen, and I Hope that You too will forever Remember the 5th of November!👍
I just watched the Count of Monte Christo (2002, Kevin Reynolds) today, I can HIGHLY but seriously HIIIIIIGGGGHHLY recommend that one, haven't seen the old one portrayed in this film though
42:52 Mark! 5.3K Thumbs Up + Mine! 👍 You're welcome, and thanks! ☺️
Notes: Your reaction video! I thought I heard mention of something bad happening in North America, particularly the USA! 🤔 I remember that when I saw the movie, I wondered why we didn't prevent help our allied nation! 😮
You're Candian, right? How would such a drastic change in Europe affect Canada? 🤔
I'm not sure about the graphic novel. I bought comics faster than I was reading them, just to be caught up on ownership at least, while I could still buy them.
I seem to recall reading about how Batman and maybe Superman reacted to V. 🤷♂️
10:28 "I love breakfast!" So do I, Jen. What he's making is what the British call "Eggie in a Basket" or what we Hillbillies in Ohio call "Egg in a Hole." Here's the Recipe.
1. Melt about 1 Tablespoon of butter in a skillet.
2. Cut a hole in the center of your favorite bread.
3. Place the bread in the skillet and crack an egg into the hole in the bread
4. Cook evenly on both sides until crispy.
5. Remove from skillet, add salt and pepper to taste.
6. Munch
Make 2 and place a slice of cheese between them for the best (and messiest) breakfast sandwich ever! Also, great reaction vid, I look forward to the next!
Chuck
The graphic novel was written by Alan Moore, who also wrote Watchmen. There are only two things you need to know about Alan Moore.
1. He's a grouchy old wizard with a marvelous mind.
2. He _does not_ like pearl clutching, self-aggrandizing, "moral majority" conservatives. Both V for Vendetta and Watchmen were written and published throughout the Reagan/Thatcher years.
Just food for thought, but this has become an example of life imitating art; we've already had our 3waters incident, and it'll only be a matter of time till we go dystopian.
Question is, who's ready to take part in the aftermath?
The graphic novel, like the movie, is a masterpiece. I highly recommend checking it out if you have the time
I have been waiting for this in great anticipation. This is one of my top 5 movies ever. I first saw it at home on a bootleg a friend gave me and the next night I was in the theatre watching it as intended. I cried both times at the end when they removed the masks and we saw all the departed who helped forge this journey.
Jen, your keen observation and insight into film in general was incredibly powerful in revisiting this movie, and I'm so grateful to see this movie again as new
And something to think about: Time setting of this movie: 2021. Rings a bell?
I mean this with all respect. You are a person I could wake up to everyday and knowing I made you smile would be all I need in this world. Cause I would smile back and do everything that day to see that smile again.
this mask was designed by Alan Moore for the graphic novel of v for vendetta, after the release of the movie the mask became a symbol of protest, which in turn was adopted by Anonymous, it's not entirely clear wheather Anonymous used it because of the movie or because of the graphic novels
It was absolutely following the movie. It was adopted as a symbol of Anonymous back on 4chan after the movie came out, and later one with the anti-scientology protests in 2008.
I've just rewatched this excellent reaction by you to this excellent film, Jen. It remains one of my favourite films it says so much about our world and our condition as humans.
I'll shall do more rewatches later.
Thank you Adam!! Always appreciate it
@@jenmurrayxo Thank you, Jen, I appreciate your acknowledgement.
I'm going to do a couple of more rewatches now before I go to bed, it's 11.47pm here so, I won't be able to do more tonight I'm afraid.
"V For Vendetta" was more than just an action drama. It was an expertly artsy romance. It heavily romanticized the revolution, the revolutionary, and the woman whose life and mind he freed. It was more than exciting. It convinced me to make a sizable emotional investment in "V" and "Evey." And I did not regret it.
In the original comic, Evie came from where I came from, Shootershill in SE London. There was a picture of the view from her house that basically showed the roof of my house.
Alan Moore, wrote the comic/ graphic novel. He also wrote Watchmen and other classics. He doesn’t care for either adaptations but I like both movies (V and Watchmen). The HBO Watchmen series is also very good!
I’ve seen people in the comment section talk about its relevance to today’s current world conflicts but art like this is timeless and will always have relevance regardless of when it’s viewed.
I have seen this many times but every time that you got chills Jen I did too. It is that good of a movie. Never gets old. Thanks Jen.
3rd fun fact. When V ambushes Creedy and makes his deal.. the song he played on Creedy's stereo was Beethoven's 5th symphony.
A wonderful reaction to a great film! Really enjoyed this. Take care Jen
The comic had a few more layers than the movie and some small changes, but overall I can live with them.
One thing that becomes more clear is that while his Vendetta is personal, it's also at the same time a smokescreen. His Vendetta is against all they did, not only to him, but also against the system they put up, against all their works.
One detail that they omit from the movie is that the government had a computer network where everything was connected to. The surveillance, the files, everything. Towards the end it was relieved that V had access to that network from the beginning. That's how he was able to send out the costumes. He even used government factories to make them without anyone noticing. The computer relies orders from the government and the government is not to be questioned.
If you don't know the Count of Monte Christo, the book is rather long and difficult to read, but a worthwhile story to know. There have been more than a few adaptations. None of them cover the whole book as I said, it is long and some adaptions aren't very good. I haven't seen them all, but from those I know I prefer the 1975 one with Richard Chamberlain in the lead role. Of course it let's out a lot and the story moves very fast in parts, because of the limits of the movie's length, it has excellent actors and tells the story well.
Hugo Weaving did such amazing work in this role. Think about it: we never see his face, and we feel every moment of the character. It's awe--inspiring. This is a master class in acting.
This is one of the most thought provoking movies I can recall. It's scary how realistic this movie can feel. It's one of those movies where it wouldn't surprise anyone if it actually happened (well, to this extent). I think that also makes this movie a bit terrifying because of how much it relates to the present day world. And I still think this is Hugo Weaving's best performance and I love Natalie Portman in it. That scene when she leaves her cell is absolutely fantastic. I LOVE this movie.
Hugo's character was in this film was awesome he's a dynamic actor. Plus also starring as Agent smith in the matrix & Lord elrond in the LOTR. Good reaction, Jen.
Thank you for viewing this movie, definitely in my top ten movies of all time. In that list are also Shawshank Redemption, The Green Mile, Star Wars: A New Hope, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Star Wars: Rogue One. Keep watching the great flicks, love this channel.
The graphic novel of V for Vendetta is perhaps the pinnacle of that art form. Definitely worth a read, along with Watchmen. Alan Moore, the writer of the graphic novels is notorious for hating, and even opposing, any film adaptation of his works. But I am thankful for the film versions of V for Vendetta and Watchmen as it lead me to discover the original versions.
I saw this movie twice. Once before SERE school and once after.
It took on a completely different tone afterwards. I REALLY connected with that "freeing" process much more.
FWIW - The "Whacky" music used in the Comedy sketch and in the chase was a call back to a Classic British comedy show in the 1970s called the "Benny Hill Show" which always featured a crazy chase scene to that music...
John Hurt, who played the head antagonist Chancellor Sutler, was also the main character and protagonist in the movie 1984. Both of these movies are highly dystopian in nature. I can't help but to think this movie is proof that the reeducation he went through in 1984 was effective.
one of the most important films of our times, spookly real. and of how we ARE living now. V
Yes. You could practically flip the virus coup thing in the movie for Covid 19 in our time. Freaking scary stuff.
A world-wide conspiracy of massive deaths just for ONE country, riiight. And Hitler is alive in a secret home on the Moon.
It's a perfect film in so many ways to the entertainment to the messages it makes us think about
@@orarinnsnorrason4614 LOL, no. No country or politician really benefitted from the Covid pandemic at all, quite the contrary. Literally only far-right populist politicians (*cough*Trump*cough*Bolsonaro*cough*) and other shady characters tried to capitalize on this plandemic conspiracy theory. This movie came out just a few years after 9/11 when it was FAR more relevant when the elected president of the US was literally putting in place the Patriot Act, a bill that allowed the arrest and imprisonment of any citizen without justification, and commiting other human-right violations, in Guantanamo for example. Nothing of this is true with current events. Wearing a mask when you're sick and getting vaccinated to prevent the spread of a virus aren't violation of rights. You'd probably be the first person to go vote for a fascism-inclined candidate expecting to be "freed" from this none-existent dystopia of yours, effectively creating it...
@@orarinnsnorrason4614 Except the coup in this movie bears literally zero resemblance to COVID 19. You can't name even one similarity beyond "hurr durr, virus." COVID did not result in s single "big government crackdown on freedom." You're life is not impacted in even one tiny way by it, so there is absolutely zero resemblance to this movie, and there never was even remotely one.
I really love when a reactor I enjoy finds this film. Such a great movie. Natalie Portman and Hugo Weaving are just spectacular.
Jen, you should read the Graphic Novel, it came out in the '80s as a series of comics, Alan Moore wrote it as a reaction and commentary on Thatcherism in the U K. at the time, but its themes stretch far beyond that, and I feel that it's even more relevant today than it was then, sadly.
"The Iron Lady "
@@e.d.2096 Yes, Eric, very much so, but not in a good way for the vast majority of the U.K. at the time. We're still living with the after effects of her policies now, she ruined a lot of things in the U.K.
Anyway, on to better things, how are things going with you my friend?
@@Adam_Le-Roi_Davis. Day by day my friend. All is well though. My sister dog is in some distress, but it's something that we dealt with before. How are things with you?
@@e.d.2096Hi Eric, Sorry for the delay in replying, I have only just seen this message.
That's generally good news, I'm sorry to hear about the dog though, are vets expensive in the states? We have certain vets run by animal charities who only ask for whatever you can afford, do those exist over there as well?
As for me, I'm improving daily, still not quite well as yet, but I'm on the mend, as we say here in the U.K.
Other than that, things are fine, thank you for asking.
Rightwingers there and U.S. are trying to push the same anti-LGBT bigotry that was raging in the 80's, and hoping to destroy women having control of their own bodies.
#VoteBlueToSaveAmerica
This is the most successful movie version of Alan Moore's graphic novels, for me. Moore always hates adaptations of his works with a passion, but this one captures a lot of the essentials. The graphic novel is worth reading, as are Watchmen and From Hell, although the movie version of Watchmen is only recommended if you're a die-hard Zack Snyder fan. The original graphic novel of V for Vendetta was written in the 80s, and was responding to the politics of Thatcher and Reagan and so on. It feels increasingly and frighteningly prophetic these days. The mask was indeed used by Anonymous inspired by this movie (and the original graphic novel). Also, shout out to Hugo Weaving as V and the late great John Hurt as Sutler.
Watchmen is probably the best DC comics superhero movie (this is more of an anti-hero movie)
I wonder if Jen recognised the people taking off their masks in the end.
Really happy this won the youtube poll! Great movie. The prison notes are heart wrenching. Not really a boring part in the whole film. Happy you enjoyed it as much as I do!
I have seen this one so many times i cant count but around 20 at least. It is my absolute favorite film. There are many moments were tears can fall for me but the scenes with the letter just breaks me every single time. Both Natalie Portman and Hugo are just phenomenal. Every time they are on screen together its perfection.
26:28 Mark! I got distracted by asking "Google" what Forrest Gump's financial net worth was, as well as other questions and answers at "Quora" before remembering to finish your video! 😁 But for now, I wanted to point out something about her white and pink costume. I don't recall it starting a new fashion trend because it is an old-fashioned dress! However, Natalie Portman is in another movie called "The Professional" or "Leon" or "Leon the Professional", and in it, her character becomes an assassin's protégé! I think the character is 12? 🤔 She wears a "jazzy little number" that's red and black, that did get imitated! 😮 I seem to recall a dance squad wearing a very similar ensemble.
A girl wearing her outfit to a "Subway" with her younger brother and her mother got the attention of an older clique of girls. Apparently, one of them said the younger girl looked like a "slut"! That set the mother off!
Oddly enough, though, no one was hurt, killed, or arrested! Just embarrassed as all get out! 😕
But that dress in this movie, being so 1950s retro, wouldn't cause a ruckus.
One of the best films ever made imo. Great acting, great writing great music and so relatable. A very quotable film of epic proportions. Great reaction Jen! 😊
Amazing movie and the most incredible thing about it is for how amazing it is now, it was so much more when it first released. Have to remember that this movie came out right after 9/11, in the full swing of the war on terror narrative and all it meant for personal liberties. The balls it took to make this movie at that time are admirable to say the least. It's sad to see the movie starting to gain it's former relevancy again in current times. Again, great movie.
Anonymous wore those masks because of this movie by the way. Only the hacking group by the name remains, it used to stand for a bigger movement in a certain place on the internet. That movement and spirit is dead and buried though.
If you want another great movie about a similar dystopian future also centered in Britain watch Children of Man. Love your videos.
Not home sadly so going to miss this but please everyone have the best time and show your support and love for Jen by hitting that like button and subscribing to the channel 💙
Sorry if You missed the Fun, but do Enjoy the Show...I sure did!👍
@@tomhoffman4330I watched her full reaction and the yt edit and indeed both fantastic but Fridays I'm not home until just after 11 and Jen premieres at 10 so I will never sadly make a Friday premiere 😞 always happy to hear you and everyone had a fun time though 🥳 Jen too ofc 👌
If you liked general theme, I strongly recommend Equilibrium
Good movie
Oh wow. Can’t wait to watch your reaction. This is a modern classic.
Since today is November 5th it’s the perfect day to give this one a rewatch. Excellent reaction as always Jen and congrats on this video hitting 100k views 🥂🔥
"The multiplying villainies of nature do swarm upon him."
I think Anonymous started using the Guy Fawkes mask after this movie.
You should really check out The Count Of Monte Cristo! The 90s version, be surprised by the cast!
"And I like God do not play with dice and do not believe in coincidences."
Fun Fact: Natalie Portman did shave her head in that scene. They practiced for a while with the machine off then went for it when they were comfortable.
John Hurt, R.I.P., the actor who played the Chancellor ironically played Winston Smith in the theatrical version of George Orwell's book 1984.
Sadly, like A Clockwork Orange, the author of the graphic novel V For Vendetta hated this.
Hugo Weaving was busy back then. This, The Lord Of The Rings and The Matrix. He was also in the remake of The Wolf man! Played the Red Skull in the 1st Captain America (MCU) movie, but declined to reprise the role, didn't like the make-up wearing and process.
One of my all time favorite movies, I adore this film.
I've just given this yet another watch for your channel, Jen, I love your reaction to this film, like you I feel that it's an important film covering important themes, which I believe everyone should watch at least once in their lives.