Takes place in an alternate future in which Germany wins WWII and Great Britain becomes a fascist state. A terrorist freedom fighter known only as "V" begins a violent guerilla campaign to destroy those who've succumbed to totalitarianism, and recruits a young woman he's rescued from the secret police to join him.
Based on the graphic novel series "'V' is for Vendetta" created by Alan Moore and David Lloyd; published by DC Comics.
Feature directorial debut for James McTeigue.
Start Date: spring 2005
US Release Date: fall 2005
Genres: Action, Adaptation, Adventure, Drama
US Distributor: Warner Bros.
Cast:
Natalie Portman
Credits:
Director: James McTeigue
Writers:
Andy Wachowski: Screenplay
Larry Wachowski: Screenplay
Hilary Henkin: Screenplay
Dave Gibbons: Source Material (from graphic novel: "'V' is for Vendetta")
Alan Moore: Source Material (from graphic novel: "'V' is for Vendetta")