I have to say that i DO like this film, it's not the exactly ground breaking but if you just want to sit and watch something thats easy to follow, doesn't have any elaborate twists and is generally fun, then i imagine you'll enjoy this film, just don't expect a lot from it.
The film ... Read review
In the grand scheme of theological thrillers,Constantineaspires for the greatness ofThe ... more
Exorcistbut ranks more closely withThe Order. Based on the popularHellblazercomic book series, and directed with nary a shred of intelligence by music video veteran...
Postage & Packaging: £1.21 Availability: Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days...
In the grand scheme of theological thrillers,Constantineaspires for the greatness ofThe ... more
Exorcistbut ranks more closely withThe Order. Based on the popularHellblazercomic book series, and directed with nary a shred of intelligence by music video veteran...
Postage & Packaging: Free! Availability: Usually dispatched within 24 hours...
Hell wants him. Heaven won't take him. Earth needs him! Supernatural detective John ... more
Constantine (Reeves) has literally been to Hell and back. When he teams up with skeptical policewoman Angela Dodson (Weisz) to solve the mysterious suicide of her twin...
Postage & Packaging: £0.00 Availability: 3-5 working days
As demon hunter John Constantine, The Matrix's Keanu Reeves fights a new otherworld foe in ... more
this eye-opening supernatural action thriller based on characters from the DC Comics/Vertigo Hellblazer Graphic Novels and set in a City of the Angels where spir...
Production Year: 2000 - Horror - Director: Keenen Ivory Wayans - Original Language: English - Classification: 18 years and over - Starring: Carmen Electra, Anna Faris, Kurt Fuller, James Van Der Beek, Keenen Ivory Wayans
Advantages: Easy to watch Disadvantages: Lacks substance
I have to say that i DO like this film, it's not the exactly ground breaking but if you just want to sit and watch something thats easy to follow, doesn't have any elaborate twists and is generally fun, then i imagine you'll enjoy this film, just don't expect a lot from it. The film could have been so much darker and more intense than the final product was to be and the rather cheesy relationship the main character has with the Devil is rather ... ...I am also a big fan of special effects and i was somewhat let down by this film, I felt that there wasn't enough creatures from hell and the special effects of the ones we did see were simply bog standard. Considering a relatively good cast was involved i really think a good chance was missed to make a truely epic movie. Yet, if you just want to be entertained after a long day at work, i think this would be a good watch. ... more
I have to say that i DO like this film, it's not the exactly ground breaking but if you just want to sit and watch something thats easy to follow, doesn't have any elaborate twists and is generally fun, then i imagine you'll enjoy this film, just don't expect a lot from it. The film could have been so much darker and more intense than the final product was to be and the rather cheesy relationship the main character has with the Devil is rather odd. I am also a big fan of special effects and i was somewhat let down by this film, I felt that there wasn't enough creatures from hell and the special effects of the ones we did see were simply bog standard. Considering a relatively good cast was involved i really think a good chance was missed to make a truely epic movie. Yet, if you just want to be entertained after a long day at work, i think this would be a good watch.
Advantages: Good story line with great SFX Disadvantages: Some of the fight scenes could have been longer
Is it possible that something big in Heaven and Hell is about to go down? A heavy smoker (Constantine) has to battle with the supernatural forces of angels and demons to find out what has happened to a detectives sister. I can't tell you too much about the storyline it would spoil the film! I really enjoyed the film and thought it had some really surprising twists giving the film brilliant momentum. I liked the fact that the good guy (Keanu Reeves) ... ...the demons and creatures all look scarily realistic. The weapons in this movie are cool pay particular attention to the arsenal of weapons placed in Constantine's hands! This film is a really imaginative and creative piece of work, especially for a Director who prior to this debut only directed Music videos. The second disc is also good. It contains deleted scenes and shows how the SFX were carried out. ...
juniorb 22.01.2006
· Read full review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: helpful Review of Constantine (Special Edition) (DVD)
Advantages: the cast, special effects Disadvantages: the plot
After the success of the matrix films, god only knows why Keanu agreed to making this. In this Keanu stars as Constantine, relieving the world of as many demons as he can, and trying to overcome his own so when he does eventually die, he can work through the gates of heaven and avoid his present fate of burning in hell.
I thought the plot was very weak, and quite boring. Although the special effects were good. It didnt manage to keep me or the party ... ...of them lost the plot after the first thirty minutes. Personally, the only effect this movie did have on me, made me think I really should give up smoking, watching Keanu chain smoke thoughout the whole film being ridiculed with cancer and then having his smoke filled black lungs being pulled out of him by the devil himself, not nice! ...
dempsey_review 03.10.2005
· Read full review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: helpful Review of Constantine (Special Edition) (DVD)
Did you enjoy it?
Story
Characters / Performances
Special Effects
How does it compare to ...
Similar reviews »
Reviews which might be of interest for "Constantine (Special Edition) (DVD)"
Advantages: Actors, alternate Good Vs. Evil plot Disadvantages: too long to get into main action
Keanu Reeves performs a fantastic role in this DVD with some similarities to the Matrix.
The traditional battle of Good Vs Evil is played on but with a slight twist as the Angles can be good or bad- wihing the son of hte devil to enter earth.
Although there are religious links throughout this film the action is awesome and the special effects are excellent with little noticable change between the characters and the effect.
This is a must watch and is highly recommended for anyone.
Along with good acting the plot keeps the audience attentive and the weapons used by John Constantine are unique- including dragon breath and holy water via fire sprinklers.
I especially enjoyed the alternative ending on Disc 2 and hope other people who have seen this film did so too.
Thanks for taking the time to read this review- please let ...
Advantages: Great film, research flawless, lots of extras Disadvantages: None.
, and the slight 'questionables' are just that.
♠♠The DVD♠♠
-------------------
There are two versions of the ConstantineDVD out there, a single disc and a two disc edition.
I have the two disc specialedition, which is what I will review, and the single disc version is just the first disc of the two, with the same things on it as the first disc here.
♠♠Disc One♠♠
Disc one has the Constantine movie on it, along with options for subtitles, and with an impressive language selection list (UK is at the end, after 3 pages!). As with most DVDs these days, there are the 'standard' extras: an audio comentary (in this case with the director, producer, and screenwriters all at once); trailers and a music video. The music video is for a song that features in the nightclub scene of the film ...
Commentary By Francis Lawrence Akiva Goldsman Frank Cappello And Kevin Brodbin, Music Video, Deleted Scenes, The Production From Hell, Imaging The Underworld, Conjuring Constantine From The Comic Book To Film, Constantine Cosmology The Mythology Behind The Movie, Foresight The Power Of Pre Visualisation, Multiple Easter Eggs
Aspect Ratio
2.40 Wide Screen
Sound
Dolby Digital 5.1
Dubbing Sound
Dolby Digital 5.1 English German
DVD Description
Having been born with the gift of being able to see the spirits that roam the Earth, John Constantine finds himself stuck between the boundaries of Heaven and Hell. Seeking salvation, he teams up with a sceptical LAPD cop who is investigating the suspicious death of her sister, and together they delve below the surface of Los Angeles and uncover the world of angels and demons that lie beneath...
Compare Constantine (Special Edition) (DVD) to other similar Horror »
![Constantine (Two Disc Edition) [DVD] [2005]](http://picnica.ciao.com/uk/78507438.jpg)
![Constantine [Special Edition]-DVD](http://picnicb.ciao.com/uk/98732503.jpg)
![TRB Two (Special Enhanced Edition) [ECD] - Tom Robinson Band (The)](http://imagesb.ciao.com/iuk/images/products/small/677/TRB_Two_Special_Enhanced_Edition_ECD_Tom_Robinson_Band_The__6045677.jpg)
