V FOR VENDETTA (Movie): Is It Deep or Dumb?

The video explores the film 'V for Vendetta', comparing it to the original graphic novel by Alan Moore. It discusses the film's plot, themes, and characters, highlighting differences in portrayal and moral complexity. The film simplifies the novel's nuanced battle between authoritarianism and anarchism, focusing instead on a clear-cut fight between good and evil. The video also examines the use of symbols and the theme of justice versus anarchy, questioning the film's depth compared to the source material.

What was Alan Moore's opinion on the film adaptation of 'V for Vendetta'?

• He was impressed by the Hollywood translation.

• He found it to be a faithful adaptation.

• He described it as a defanged version of the original.

• He thought it was better than the graphic novel.

What is the main theme emphasized by V in the film?

• The power of violence

• The value of wealth

• The importance of symbols and ideas

• The necessity of obedience

How does the film's portrayal of the Norsefire party differ from the graphic novel?

• The film makes them heroes.

• The film shows them as complex individuals.

• The film portrays them as cartoonish villains.

• The film ignores their existence.

What does the film suggest about the British people's role in Norsefire's rise to power?

• They were indifferent.

• They actively resisted.

• They were unaware and duped.

• They were fully supportive.

What is a key difference in the cause of crisis between the film and the graphic novel?

• The film depicts an alien invasion.

• The film depicts a nuclear war.

• The film shows a viral pandemic.

• The film has no crisis.

In the graphic novel, what is V's relationship with Lady Justice?

• He ignores her completely.

• He accuses her of betrayal.

• He views her as a childhood friend.

• He sees her as a symbol of hope.

What does V ultimately pledge allegiance to in the graphic novel?

• Anarchy

• Justice

• Order

• Peace

What is the film's portrayal of V compared to the graphic novel?

• V is portrayed as a coward.

• V is depicted as a charming hero.

• V is shown as a ruthless villain.

• V is ignored in the film.

How does the film's ending differ from the graphic novel?

• The film ends with a clear victory for the rebels.

• The film ends with V surviving.

• The film ends with the Norsefire party winning.

• The film ends with a nuclear explosion.

What does the film's ending imply about the British people's awareness?

• They flee the country.

• They remain oblivious.

• They are ready to reclaim their country.

• They support Norsefire.