V for Vendetta (2005)
Watchmen (2009)
Ah yes, the infamous V and the remarkable Rorschach; two men who, though committed many murders, did so in the same of justice. Wishing for details? Allow me to begin:
V: The Inner Workings
V for Vendetta is one of my favorite films, it even surpasses Anna Karenina and When Harry Met Sally. I could honestly watch it every single day and not grow tired of it. It tells a story of rebellion and standing up for what you believe in. The masked character, V, leads a revolution against the British government whilst using compelling words and complex plans that eventually unfold into an extraordinary story. His personality bleeds through his taste in movies (the Count of Monte Cristo) and his Vast Variety of Verbal and Vengeful Victories. (haha see what I did there?..that took forever to come up with.) He is an intriguing character who will enchant you and bring you into his world of contrivances.
Rorschach: The Inner Workings
A close friend of mine recommend the movie Watchmen to me not too long ago and it was certainly (over) three hours well spent. The movie includes narrations by super hero Rorschach as he reads personal journal entries based on events that occur in the film. He is an outspoken persona in the sense that, alike V, will break rules if it means doing what you believe is right. He works alongside his super hero squad, he deals with the possibility of nuclear war and betrayal as he struggles to figure out the secrets hidden within.
Similarities
Both men share many characteristics despite their conflicts faced in the film. Both men hold their masks dear to them; V never takes it off and the audience never sees his face, while Rorschach sees the mask as his face; screaming whenever it is involuntarily removed from his head. Also, both men are seen as evil-doers and antagonists due to their insurgent nature. V is described as a "terrorist" by the government and Rorschach is seen as a "criminal." But, the two never give in and never surrender their true goal in contempt of the obstacles they face.
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