Guide Note

V For Vendetta is comic book series by Alan Moore that was adapted into a feature film in 2006. The film starred Natalie Portman, Hugo Weaving, Stephen Rea, Stephen Fry and John Hurt. Vendetta was the Wachowski Brothers' first big project after completing their work on The Matrix Trilogy. The movie follows a political dissident as he attempts to spark a revolution against a futuristic oppressive government in England.

Fast Facts

1. Comic published by DC Comics and Vertigo Comics
2. Publication Dates: 1982-1988
3. Written by Alan Moore
4. Produced by the Wachowski Brothers
5. Art by David Lloyd
6. Film directed by James McTeigue
7. Release Date: March 17, 2006
8. Studio: Warner Bros.
9. Rated: R

1. "A building is a symbol, as is the act of destroying it. Symbols are given power by people. A symbol, in and of itself is powerless, but with enough people behind it, blowing up a building can change the world."
2. "People should not be afraid of their governments. Governments should be afraid of their people."
3. "I remember how the meaning of words began to change. How unfamiliar words like "collateral" and "rendition" became frightening, while things like Norsefire and the Articles of Allegiance became powerful. I remember how "different" became dangerous. I still don't understand it, why they hate us so much."