Synopsis: Set against the futuristic landscape of totalitarian Britain, V For Vendetta tells the story of a mild-mannered young woman named Evey (Natalie Portman) who is rescued from a life-and-death situation by a masked vigilante known only as “V.” Incomparably charismatic and ferociously skilled in the art of combat and deception, V ignites a revolution when he detonates two London landmarks and takes over the government-controlled airwaves, urging his fellow citizens to rise up against tyranny and oppression. As Evey uncovers the truth about V’s mysterious background, she also discovers the truth about herself – and emerges as his unlikely ally in the culmination of his plot to bring freedom and justice back to a society fraught with cruelty and corruption.

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Official Image for 'Vendetta' movie! - click to enlarge!	Natalie Portman as Evey (click for larger version)	Hugo Weaving as 'V' (click for larger version)	New Poster - Click to enlarge!

News and Rumors:

October 15, 2005: MPAA's Classification and Rating Administration has given Warner Bros. Pictures' V For Vendetta an R rating for strong violence and some language. -Thanks to 'Superherohype' for the heads up.

August 18, 2005: Warner Bros.' adaptation of Alan Moore and David Lloyd's V For Vendetta has been pushed back until March 17, 2006, according to an anonymous source at the studio. This move has been confirmed to ComingSoon.net/SuperheroHype.com by the studio. According to SCI FI Wire, the move was made not because of the subject matter and its similarities to the recent terror bombings in London, but to give them more time "to accomodate the post-production schedule."

July 23, 2005: Warner Bros. has released the trailer to this fall's V for Vendetta, starring Natalie Portman and Hugo Weaving. You can check out the trailer here!

May 9, 2005: Hugo Weaving has replaced James Purefoy in Warner Bros. Pictures' V For Vendetta, from the Wachowski brothers and Joel Silver. He will star opposite Natalie Portman as the the title vigilante character known as V. Weaving replaces James Purefoy, who left the production for undisclosed reasons. The film, in production in Berlin with a November 4 release date, is based on the acclaimed graphic novel by Alan Moore and illustrator David Lloyd. Thanks to 'Dimitri' for the heads up!

April 21, 2005: Empire Online talked to Stephen Fry, who is the voice of The Guide in The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, and the actor confirmed rumors that he is starring in Warner Bros.' V For Vendetta. "I'm playing the character of Gordon Deitrich, who's a chat show host who questions the authority of the people who run Britain in this post-viral facist state, as it were," says Fry. Fry also revealed more casting that hasn't been announced yet, saying that John Hurt, Tim Pigott-Smith and Sinead Cusack are part of the cast. They join the previously-announced Natalie Portman, James Purefoy and Stephen Rea.

April 19, 2005: Looks like our scooper was right on the money about Stephen Fry joining the cast (see April 15 news item): "IGN FilmForce recently interviewed British actor-writer Stephen Fry (Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy) who happened to be in Berlin. And why was he in Germany? It turns out he was there filming a role in the big-screen adaptation of the Alan Moore/Dave Gibbons graphic novel V for Vendetta." -In other 'vendetta' news, click here to check out some on-set photos!

April 15, 2005: Scooper 'Nick' sends in this interesting piece of scoopage (not sure if thats even a word)... anyway, here it is: "ok, this is my first bit of info that i have ever sent in. my dad is a Chauffeur for hire and a few days ago, he picked up the comedian, actor, writer and director Stephen Fry at the Airport. he had just come back from Berlin, where he had been filming V for Vendetta! now, so far, i have not seen any news about this anywhere else, so i guess it is something they aren't revealing but i for one am very excited. i don't know who he will play in it though" -Thanks to 'Nick' for the scoop! We'll keep you posted on this.

March 4, 2005: Stephen Rea has joined Natalie Portman and James Purefoy in the action thriller V For Vendetta, which has launched production in Berlin, Germany. Produced by Joel Silver, Andy Wachowski and Larry Wachowski's, V For Vendetta is directed by James McTeigue, who served as the First Assistant Director on the Wachowski brothers' "Matrix" trilogy.

Press Release Info: Set against the futuristic landscape of totalitarian Britain, V For Vendetta tells the story of a mild-mannered young woman named Evey (Portman) who is rescued from a life-and-death situation by a masked vigilante (Purefoy) known only as "V." Incomparably charismatic and ferociously skilled in the art of combat and deception, V ignites a revolution when he detonates two London landmarks and takes over the government-controlled airwaves, urging his fellow citizens to rise up against tyranny and oppression. As Evey uncovers the truth about V's mysterious background, she also discovers the truth about herself -- and emerges as his unlikely ally in the culmination of his plot to bring freedom and justice back to a society fraught with cruelty and corruption. The screenplay by Andy Wachowski and Larry Wachowski is based on the acclaimed graphic novel "V For Vendetta" by Alan Moore ("The Watchmen," "From Hell") and illustrator David Lloyd. Originally published by DC Comics as a ten-part series in 1988, "V For Vendetta" has been praised for its vision, potency and eloquence. Moore is widely considered to be one of the finest comic writers of all time, and has been credited with single-handedly expanding the potential of the comic book medium with his work.

Febraury 19, 2005: James Purefoy ("Vanity Fair") will star opposite Natalie Portman in V For Vendetta, an adaptation of Alan Moore's graphic novels that Joel Silver and the Wachowski brothers are producing for Warner Bros. Pictures. 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. Andy and Larry Wachowski wrote the screenplay, which is based on the 10-issue series by Moore and illustrator David Lloyd. James McTeigue, who was the first assistant director on the Wachowskis' "Matrix" trilogy, is directing. Filming is scheduled to take place in Berlin beginning in early March for a November 4 release. -Thanks to 'Superherohype' for the update!

Janaury 5, 2005: "Closer" star Natalie Portman is in final talks to topline the Wachowski brothers' V for Vendetta, for Warner Bros. Pictures and producer Joel Silver, reports Variety. An adaptation of Alan Moore's graphic novel of the same name, the action-heavy script was written by the "Matrix" writers. Their longtime first assistant director James McTeigue will make his directorial debut on the film. The Wachowskis will produce with Warners-based Silver. Written by Alan Moore, with art by David Lloyd, "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. Portman will play the young woman he's rescued, or possibly kidnapped, from the secret police to join him. McTeigue recently wrapped duties as first a.d.a.d. on "Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith," where he worked closely with Portman. The studio plans to start production the first week of March in Berlin for a fall 2005 release. -Thanks to 'Superherohype' for the heads up!

UPDATE: Warner Bros. has provided us with the Official Press Release and official image (see above section):

BURBANK, CA, January 5, 2005 – The Wachowski Brothers and Joel Silver, the creators and producer of the revolutionary, $1.6 billion-grossing Matrix trilogy, will unleash the action thriller V For Vendetta for Silver Pictures and Warner Bros. Pictures, with Natalie Portman (Star Wars: Episodes I-III, Closer, Garden State) set to star. “Natalie Portman is one of the most gifted actresses working today, and we’re thrilled that she is bringing her extraordinary talents and presence to this film,” Silver said. Set in the futuristic landscape of totalitarian Britain, V For Vendetta stars Portman as a young woman who becomes the unlikely ally of a mysterious revolutionary. “With V For Vendetta, the Wachowski Brothers have created an uncompromising vision of the future driven by a totally original superhero,” said Silver. The screenplay by Andy Wachowski and Larry Wachowski is based on the acclaimed graphic novel V For Vendetta by author Alan Moore (The Watchmen, Swamp Thing) and illustrator David Lloyd. Originally collected by DC Comics as a ten-part series in 1988, V For Vendetta has been praised for its vision, potency and eloquence. Moore is widely considered to be one of the finest comic writers of all time, and has been credited with single-handedly expanding the potential of the comic book medium with his work. Produced by Joel Silver, Andy Wachowski and Larry Wachowski, V For Vendetta will be directed by James McTeigue, who served as the First Assistant Director on the Matrix trilogy. V For Vendetta will be filmed on location in Berlin beginning in early March and will be released in the Fall of 2005 by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

November 20, 2004: Andy and Larry Wachowski's first assistant director, James McTeigue, is in final talks with Warner Bros. to make his helming debut on the adaptation of Alan Moore's graphic novel V for Vendetta. According to Variety, the Wachowskis, creators of "The Matrix" trilogy, will produce with Warners-based producer Joel Silver. 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." Thanks to 'Dimitri' and 'Slippy Tin' for the heads up!

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