Released in 2005, the film V for Vendetta features a climactic confrontation between the vigilante V (Hugo Weaving) and the antagonist Peter Creedy (Tim Pigott-Smith). After Creedy's men fire a volley of bullets into V, the masked figure remains standing, defying death through sheer willpower. V famously declares, 'Beneath this mask there is more than flesh. Beneath this mask there is an idea, Mr. Creedy, and ideas are bulletproof.' This powerful moment of resilience has become a legendary cinematic quote. In internet culture, this clip is used to represent an individual standing their ground despite a barrage of criticism, downvotes, or logical arguments. It symbolizes the 'unbothered' energy of someone who refuses to change their mind or admit defeat. Common uses include: 'Me defending my favorite niche movie in the group chat,' 'When you post a hot take and the replies are all hate but you stay winning,' and 'My budget watching me buy more useless collectibles.'