V for Vendetta : Nov 5th : Guy Fawkes Night

**Harrald** · 11-05-2008 10:47 AM

Moore is a crank. He believes that his books stand alone and there is no need to make them into movies. He has stated that he "Has enough money" so the fat movie cash is a non-issue. He's already written off "Watchmen" and will not ever see the movie (at least he says he'll never watch it).

Also, after what was done to "League of extraordinary gentlemen" he has a right to be a crank. I like him. At least he has the balls (and budget) to back up his mouth.

Originally Posted by Arthur Heath

Agreed. Alan Moore was so disappointed he didnt want his name associated with the film.

P.S. Anything with Natalie Portman is OK in my book.....She's a hottie. I could watch her paint a birdhouse for hours and not get bored.

**Wuducynn** · 11-05-2008 10:51 AM

Originally Posted by Letti

I will try to get the book.

Here you go Letti -

[ame="http://www.amazon.com/V-Vendetta-New-TPB/dp/140120841X/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1225911070&sr=8-2"]Amazon.com: V for Vendetta New (New Edition TPB): Alan Moore, David Lloyd: Books[/ame]

**Letti** · 11-05-2008 11:09 AM

Originally Posted by All_Hail_The_Crimson_King

Originally Posted by Letti

I will try to get the book.

Here you go Letti -

[ame="http://www.amazon.com/V-Vendetta-New-TPB/dp/140120841X/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1225911070&sr=8-2"]Amazon.com: V for Vendetta New (New Edition TPB): Alan Moore, David Lloyd: Books[/ame]

Amazon doesn't deliver to Hungary because of the horrible post service.
I will go to my favourite bookstore. It's called PenDragon and they can get anything.
But thanks a lot.

**Wuducynn** · 11-05-2008 11:10 AM

Originally Posted by Letti

Amazon doesn't deliver to Hungary because of the horrible post service.
I will go to my favourite bookstore. It's called PenDragon and they can get anything.
But thanks a lot.

Ah. Well thats cool you have that store. Sounds like a cool shop.

**turtlex** · 11-05-2008 11:11 AM

Letti - Make sure you ask for the graphic novel, as I am pretty sure there was a novelization of the film.

If you can't get it - lemme know, we can figure something out.

**Letti** · 11-05-2008 11:16 AM

I'm gonna get it. Noone can stop me.
Thank you, guys.

**cozener** · 11-14-2008 04:23 PM

Originally Posted by R_of_G

The book is SIGNIFICANTLY better than the film. I would highly recommend it to anyone who has only seen the film.

Considering just how fucking amazing the film was the book must be a total mindblower.

**Wuducynn** · 11-14-2008 05:22 PM

Yeah, Jayson and I have a difference of opinion on it being "SIGNIFICANTLY" better than the film. I love both equally, but differently.

**jayson** · 11-14-2008 05:25 PM

We do indeed. It's not even that I dislike the movie, I just like the book a lot more. That's the case for me with about 99% of adaptations. I definitely think if Coz liked the film (which he clearly did) than he should check out the book and let us know what he thought. How's that for diplomacy?

**Wuducynn** · 11-14-2008 05:36 PM

Originally Posted by R_of_G

We do indeed. It's not even that I dislike the movie, I just like the book a lot more. That's the case for me with about 99% of adaptations. I definitely think if Coz liked the film (which he clearly did) than he should check out the book and let us know what he thought. How's that for diplomacy?

Oh I never suggested he not read the book, of course he should. Anything to get him to put down this months issue of Penthouse Forum and jar of KY Jelly for a couple of minutes.

**jayson** · 11-14-2008 05:43 PM

I don't know, once he sees some of those panels of Evey-the-hooker he may start up again.

**turtlex** · 11-15-2008 02:37 AM

I just read where there is a New Version of V for Vendetta coming out in January. It's supposed to be on higher quality paper, and have better coloring.

Here the write up : A new trade paperback edition of the graphic novel that inspired the hit movie! A powerful story about loss of freedom and individuality, V FOR VENDETTA takes place in a totalitarian England following a devastating war that changed the face of the planet. In a world without political freedom, personal freedom and precious little faith in anything comes a mysterious man in a white porcelain mask who fights political oppressors through terrorism and seemingly absurd acts. It's a gripping tale of the blurred lines between ideological good and evil. This new trade paperback edition of the classic series from writer Alan Moore (WATCHMEN, LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENTLEMEN) and artist David Lloyd (HELLBLAZER) collects the epic miniseries and features the improved production values and coloring from the 2005 hardcover. On sale January 24 / 296 pg, FC $19.99 US / MATURE READERS

Letti - You were going to try and get a copy, you might want to wait until this improved graphic novel comes out.

**Wuducynn** · 11-15-2008 10:47 AM

Originally Posted by turtlex

I just read where there is a New Version of V for Vendetta coming out in January. It's supposed to be on higher quality paper, and have better coloring.

Here the write up : A new trade paperback edition of the graphic novel that inspired the hit movie! A powerful story about loss of freedom and individuality, V FOR VENDETTA takes place in a totalitarian England following a devastating war that changed the face of the planet. In a world without political freedom, personal freedom and precious little faith in anything comes a mysterious man in a white porcelain mask who fights political oppressors through terrorism and seemingly absurd acts. It's a gripping tale of the blurred lines between ideological good and evil. This new trade paperback edition of the classic series from writer Alan Moore (WATCHMEN, LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENTLEMEN) and artist David Lloyd (HELLBLAZER) collects the epic miniseries and features the improved production values and coloring from the 2005 hardcover. On sale January 24 / 296 pg, FC $19.99 US / MATURE READERS

Letti - You were going to try and get a copy, you might want to wait until this improved graphic novel comes out.

Link?

**cozener** · 11-15-2008 11:32 AM

Originally Posted by All_Hail_The_Crimson_King

Originally Posted by R_of_G

We do indeed. It's not even that I dislike the movie, I just like the book a lot more. That's the case for me with about 99% of adaptations. I definitely think if Coz liked the film (which he clearly did) than he should check out the book and let us know what he thought. How's that for diplomacy?

Oh I never suggested he not read the book, of course he should. Anything to get him to put down this months issue of Penthouse Forum and jar of KY Jelly for a couple of minutes.

I suppose I could alternate...

and for the record I use petroleum jelly. I know, I know. Its harder to clean off. But it lasts so much longer.

**turtlex** · 11-15-2008 12:52 PM

Sorry, no link right now.

I pre-ordered mine via an online comic book store ( www.mycomicshop.com ) that I deal with sometimes.

You have to join a kind of subscription club - I would suggest just waiting on amazon.

**turtlex** · 05-03-2009 09:48 AM

I want one of these for my house!

( courtesy of razz )

**Ka-mai** · 05-03-2009 06:43 PM

I know I'm probably going to be hated for this, but I found the graphic novel to be slightly disappointing. I can't remember specifics right now, but I thought it jumped around a little too much and was slightly hard to follow.

I also think it's funny how some people I know were all

Spoiler:

**DoctorDodge** · 05-04-2009 05:25 AM

Hate to say it but i agree with you, ka-mai. I just could not get into the graphic novel. I have yet to see the film, but the plot of the GN just seemed to move too slowly for me. It was one of the reasons why it took me so long to read Watchmen. Now Watchmen, i'm a big fan of, but V for Vendetta...I don't know. I'll try and give it another read, anyway.

**turtlex** · 05-04-2009 05:27 AM

The thing to remember with V is that the movie and the GN are very different.

I happen to have loved both of them. I'm fickle like that.

**Deschain** · 05-04-2009 05:40 AM

The movie was absolutely brilliant and I think I may just read the book if it is as said, 'SIGNIFICANTLY better than the movie'

**jayson** · 05-04-2009 05:44 AM

It really depends on what you consider "better" which is obviously subjective for each of us. I enjoy the book better because the political themes of the book are more in line with the way I see things then they are in the film. It was one of the changes that I didn't care for in the film (although I do enjoy the film). Let's say that politically speaking I prefer Alan Moore's "anarchist V" to the Whachowski's "freedom fighter V." I also liked the books further exploration of some of the in-fighting within Norsefire.

**Deschain** · 05-04-2009 05:49 AM

Well I do enjoy Politics, It's one of the subjects I'm doing at school. Also I've had recent thoughts about starting a political party in the near future with a goal of doing things right as opposed to the normal governments and their want to be re-elected. Thats not to say that they arent doing anything at all but... I've wandered off topic, I'll read the book

...Just after I read 'Paradise Lost' and the other book I got given at school.

**jayson** · 05-04-2009 05:54 AM

Deschain, when you get around to reading it, let us know what you think.

Oh, and welcome to the site.

**Deschain** · 05-04-2009 06:00 AM

I'll be sure too let you know

And Thankee big big for the welcome. I swear this is the site for the friendly people of the interwebs

**turtlex** · 05-04-2009 07:44 AM

Deschain - for sure, Jayson it right on the money.

Take the movie for what it is - and then enjoy the graphic novel. They're different - very different.

And yes, welcome!

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