V for Vendetta 2006
“People should not be afraid of their governments. Governments should be afraid of their people.”
What is V for Vendetta?
V for Vendetta is a dystopian thriller set in an alternate version of Great Britain. The film depicts a society under fascist rule where a masked vigilante identified only as V carries out guerrilla attacks against the authoritarian government.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2006
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 132 minutes
- Release date
- Feb 23, 2006
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- Germany, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Studios
- Virtual Studios, Anarchos Productions, Silver Pictures
- Budget
- $54,000,000
- Revenue
- $134,686,457
- Genres
- Action, Thriller, Science Fiction
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Overview
V for Vendetta is a dystopian thriller set in an alternate version of Great Britain. The film depicts a society under fascist rule where a masked vigilante identified only as V carries out guerrilla attacks against the authoritarian government. V operates as a lone figure conducting sabotage and terrorist acts aimed at overthrowing the totalitarian regime. During his campaign of resistance, V encounters a young woman whom he saves from the secret police forces. This woman becomes his ally in the ongoing struggle against the oppressive state apparatus. Their partnership develops as V continues his mission to inspire rebellion among the population and dismantle the fascist system through dramatic acts of defiance. The story follows their collaboration as they work together to challenge the government's control and mobilize public resistance. V's methods combine theatrical spectacle with political revolution as he seeks to awaken the populace to their oppression. The film explores themes of freedom, tyranny, and the power of individual resistance against authoritarian rule through the relationship between the masked vigilante and his newfound ally.
Should you watch it?
“A masked vigilante wages a guerrilla war against a fascist regime in Great Britain.”
- engaging premise
- strong central mystery
- intense political themes
Watch it if you enjoy dystopian stories about resistance against oppressive governments.
This film is rated R and contains themes of political violence and oppression.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the film about?
It follows a masked vigilante named V who fights against a fascist British government.
Who directed the film?
The film was directed by James McTeigue.
Is it based on a book?
Yes, it is based on the graphic novel V for Vendetta.
What genre is this movie?
It is classified as an action, thriller, and science fiction film.
When was it released?
The film was released in the United States in 2006.