Constantine [Blu-ray] Review
3.0 from 5
A really fun and a times moving tale. It Combines elements of fantasy, horror, and science fiction in a basic good vs evil story. John Constantine (Keanu Reeves) is a somewhat fallen hero and de facto leader of a group of misfit sidekicks fighting the forces of darkness (literally the devil and his minions) under the rules of 'The Balance' which in detente/cold-war fashion limit what either side is allowed to do. It is a refreshingly unusual and entertaining film that might be classified as a quirky modern day spin on greek mythology, at once epic and very personal. I rented it a few weeks ago and really enjoyed it so I am adding it to my permanent collection today. The theology in the movie is typical hollywood kooky so if your the sort who gets your boxers in a knot over that kind of thing you might want to pass on it -- otherwise I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys science fiction and modern fantasy.
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In the grand scheme of theological thrillers, Constantine aspires for the greatness of The Exorcist but ranks more closely with The Order. Based on the popular Hellblazer comic book series, and directed with nary a shred of intelligence by music video veteran Francis Lawrence, it's basically The Matrix with swarming demons instead of swarming machines. Keanu Reeves slightly modifies his Matrix persona as John Constantine, who roams the dark-spots of Los Angeles looking for good-evil, angel-devil half-breeds to ensure that "the balance" between God and Satan is properly maintained. An ancient artifact and the detective twin of a woman who committed evil-induced suicide (Rachel Weisz) factor into the plot, which is taken so seriously that you'll want to stand up and cheer when Tilda Swinton swoops down as the cross-dressing angel Gabriel and turns this silliness into the camp-fest it really is. The digital effects are way cool (dig those hellspawn with the tops of their heads lopped off!), so if you don't mind a juvenile lesson in pseudo-Catholic salvation, Constantine is just the movie for you! --Jeff Shannon
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