gotta create channels to comment!? WAH this is the Graphic Novel interpretation NOT the movie. I know that Alan Moore is pissed with what they did with V for Vendetta and Watchmen
+Adrian Gofredo He's not necessarily pissed with Watchmen, he said the script for the 2009 movie is the closest they'll ever get to a perfect film adaption. He just refuses to watch it because he strongly dislikes all of his other film adaptions.
V is basically the Personifikation of "not the hero we deserve, but the one we need right now" he always knew he'd probably die in the end, and didn't want it any other way. he served his purpose, he had none left after his Mission was complete. He was basically the wrecking Ball for the building that was facism, but once it was destroyed, no one needs the wrecking Ball anymore.
I like to think hes like a bomb in that aspect. It destroys its target and nothing remains but evidence that it once existed. Which, you know, is why V might've used bombs
It also makes a lot of sense legally and practically. What he did was legally murder no matter how necessary his actions were and socially not many people would trust someone like him. Not to mention the whole “a man can be killed” and “ideas are bulletproof” philosophy he has. If he became a known martyr or leader, people would be following _him_ but not necessarily his main ideals.
V is a vigilante, he seperates himself from good and bad and focuses on justice all together he can't be called good or bad because those are labels we've made for fellow humans. V abandoned his humanity and left it at Larkhill now he is nothing more than and idea behind a mask.
This video was almost perfect. It glorifies V's idea and vision while correctly questioning his character. The Graphic Novel does do that. V movement is even criticized by V himself as it turns more and more chaotic. He saw people as both destroyers and creators, but the actual stuff showed in the novel is more like destroyers and some more destroyers. We don't get to see a "happy ending" because the ideas are presented in a way that yes, the system is a piece of crap, and the so called solution is bloodied and messy. But did it work? That was kinda the point of the novel. Ideas are bulletproof, idealism is perfect and inexorable but in practice, you end up torturing others that you love so they can see what you see, as V literally does. And that's the beauty of V for Vendetta.
The movie was so different but still remarkable performance of Natalie Portman and Hugo Weaving. V for Vendetta is one of those movies which I can watch again and again and every time find a new meaning in it.
That 50 Cents joke made my day! The movie was pretty good. Have to confess that I tend to watch movies versus reading the novels. But you're making me want to read some of the actual novels. Good job, Wisecrack.
The one thing that got me about V for Vendetta was Evie learning how to break out of "the prison of fear." Fear is one of the hardest things to deal with and causes so much of the worst things in life.
Great vid and analysis. One thing I wanted to point out is the philosophy in V's speech when he's loading the train with explosives. He tells Evey that the bombs are "Destroyers" it's not within their capacity to create, just destroy and wipe the slate clean. In this way V is predicting his own death. The violent world of the past is quickly coming to a close and he's certain that he will die, but doesn't know how. All he knows is that it's his function to wipe the slate clean so that others can build. It's kind of a deep moment because it shows a great comparison to V's beliefs and Adam Susan's. They both believe in preordained destiny but V follows an idea that all things have a purpose while Susan believes that fate has determined that he would come to power. Despite everything Susan really is a religious extremist who thinks he was chosen by God and looks for any sign that "God" or "Fate" loves him too. I always love stories like that because while many people call V a hero, you can also see why Susan was thought to be a hero in his day too. Out of a world gone mad they pull safety and a future for all. Either with total control or total freedom. The real truth in the story becomes pretty clear when you look at it this way. Look at Susan's argument: Without us chaos would sweep the country. People would become base animals without morals and would tear each other apart. So, the revolution comes and what happens? Rioting, looting, raping, arson, theft, murder, the people become just the base animals he predicted. Then there's V. If gone unanswered, the government would expand it's influence until only a few experienced any kind of freedom and those on the bottom would live and die in poverty and sadness. Which is true. Susan's utopia is full of corruption and bullying tactics that keep the people in line while silently building it's own resistance and furthering it's genuine need to tighten the grip. It's an entire system based around having a tiger by the tail. let go just a little and you will die. In this way, even the government officials that want to change things can't for fear of what the backlash will cause. Like Finch's speech: I saw a great pattern and we were all part of it and all trapped by it. It's a line from the movie (Don't think it was in the book) but it's very apt. A system controlled by fear is like a jail where even the guards are locked in. No is free. Violence and revolution is the only way to save anyone and everyone. But, as a continued government? V has no idea. He can't see that far and honestly couldn't fathom a system that ran properly. It's simply not in his nature. So, we see the answer: moderation. We need security and freedom to live happy lives but also safe ones. This demands a certain level of self discipline, self control, and personal responsibility to know when we've overstepped ourselves and harmed others. It's like being pulled over for speeding and admitting that you were. Realizing you could steal from your boss and never be found out, but not because you don't want to harm the company. It's the fine balance between a wise leader and a cold tyrant. Each of us is in constant danger of losing our way. Admitting that to ourselves most of all is the first step in a truly fair and balanced system.
Everyone is special, everybody! Everybody is a hero, a fool, a lover, a villain everybody! Everybody has a story to tell. One of the most uplifting quotes ever written in literature. Tell your story!
I thank God for this guy. I wish there was some way he could get popular again because we all need this to understand these stories in order to pass our classes 😂
I have not read the graphic novel for V for Vendetta but I will change that. Thank you for the analysis! I did not know that you were doing graphic novels/Manga. "Pluto" and "20th Century Boys" by Naoki Urasawa are good and worthy of consideration potential future projects. Back on the book side, there are 4 literary works I want to put out there that may be of Interest. The Pearl - Jon Steinbeck Night - Elie Wiesel Hard-Boiled wonderland and the End of the World - Haruki Murakami The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao - Junot Diaz I appreciate your work. Keep on, Keeping on!
Before I learned about this book, when ever someone said "Remember Remember The 5th of November " I thought they where talking about me because that's my birthday.
+Rathdrgnknight I'm not sure if Maus will be a good choice. It's a fantastic story, don't get me wrong, but it's all pretty straightforward in relating it to reality.
great graphic novel, I love the way it was presented, its no wonder why many governments were scared when this book, and later on the movie came out. Also the gov. is represented by body parts: finger men, the ears of England, Eyes, Heart (cardinal), and heart (Adam)
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There's a scene with a clock that shows 11:05 - where the arrows make a V shape. V (5) - is in 5th of November and November is the 11th month (11:05). Madam Justice should have been blindfolded which it wasn't in the movie, the one V blows up didn't have a blindfold... blind justice means no discrimination.
Though actually it start as a meme mocking the blindness of the justice system itself (if you don't believe me, try seeing how the hell can you read a book or swing a sword well with your eyes blind?)... or at least according to what I read in Cracked.
An excellent analysis. V's mask reminds me of the Persona concept from Carl Jung's psychological school. Maybe I'm off base here, but I believe that there are numerous ties to Jungian Psychology at play in this story. Anyways, I hope you continue this excellent work.
I know it's pretty far fetched, but seeing as Thug Notes can do graphic novels, is it possible for a future Thug Notes episode to summarize and analyze the "Golden Age Arc" of "Berserk" by Kentaro Miura?
Yeah, this was a good episode. I knew the movie would be different from the graphic novel, but I didn't know it would be THAT different. This makes me want to pick up a copy of the novel next time I get the chance. Good analysis.
I mean... Silence of the Lambs would be cool too, but Hannibal is just as viable an option, as it is in the same series by Thomas Harris. I thought Red Dragon was the best story of the series, but Hannibal was the funnest for me to read because of how totally different it is from the movie. Why did you ask for clarification?
It would be amazing if he did a Hannibal video! I'm a big fan of all the Hannibal novels, but "Hannibal" was definitely my favourite. It dove so much deeper into the character. And that ending!!!
Levi Patterson Right?? Talk about a twisted, hopeless ending to the story. It makes way more sense ending that way than the movie, though. Gives a lot of clarification to Hannibals motivations, and why he treats Clarice differently than anybody else. The "psychopath turns selfless for love" ending of the movie never really did it for me, even before I ever read the book
Thank you for analyzing a favourite of mine. Well done as always. Question though, why the bleeps? Are there children watching? And if so, can they not handle mature language if they can handle mature literary content? Come now, we're all adults here my friend. No need to censure yourself.
Just amazing. My favorite part though had to be at 8:51. "... like Green Lantern." *Hal Jordan appears* "No, no, not that one!" *John Stewart appears* MY MAN! YEAH!
+emy in 't veld Anything by Ellis would be rad. AP isn't my personal favourite, but it's certainly his most well known novel. They should do an Ellis month, or something, lol.
Please do The Tempest by Shakespeare, Emma by Jane Austen and The Canterbury Tales by Chaucer!!! Love this btw 😊 Thanks, A clueless English Literature student😂
I just finished the graphic novel. It is truly a work of art and something to be passed down. I may buy a second copy just to store somewhere and keep in new condition. Everyone should give it a try, even people whop are not into comics.
One of my favorite movies, purely for the chaos and revolution. Wish more movies had raw, chaotic revolution. Also, the book sounds a lot more gritty. Should download it one of these days.
Satan is always an awesome allegory. From villain to hero, from corrupter to redeemer, from prisoner of his own device to the only freedom fighter you can trust- there is such a rich field of range one can utilize when utilizing a reference to Satan.
I went "MAH MAN!" in sync with the video when John Stewart showed up. Knowing John Stewart > Hal Jordan is the true sign of a sophisticated mind, and if I wasn't sold on thug Notes before, I damn well am now.
