10 Times Writers Hated The Movie Versions Of Their Work

10. V For Vendetta

V for Vendetta is based on the comic series of the same name by Alan Moore and David Lloyd. The film tells the story of a dystopian alternative future, following freedom fighter V as he attempts to lead a revolution. It was a smash success, both critically and commercially, and the Guy Fawkes mask worn by V has gone on to become a powerful symbol, used by various groups and protesters around the world, but Alan Moore wanted nothing to do with any of it.

Moore had already seen a couple of his creations come to cinematic life in From Hell and The League of Extraordinary Gentleman and wasn't happy with either. Disillusioned with the entire process of film adaptations, he flat-out refused to even watch the film and wanted no royalties from it.

The English writer did read the script but was frustrated by plot holes and major thematic changes when compared to his original work. David Lloyd, on the other hand, did enjoy the film and was happy to see the Guy Fawkes mask become such an iconic image.