Constantine, the superhero-horror movie directed by Francis Lawrence, is a unique collaboration of two genres that tells the story of John Constantine (Keanu Reeves), an occult expert, who can communicate with and understand the supernatural world. The movie features an intriguing plot written by Kevin Brodbin that revolves around Constantine’s effort to save Angela Dodson (Rachel Weisz) from the devil’s grip.
The movie begins with a scavenger searching for scrap in an old church. He finds the tip of a spear believed to have pierced Jesus Christ during his crucifixion. When he takes it, he is possessed by an evil spirit. Meanwhile, Constantine is helping a young girl possessed by a demon. He succeeds in banishing the demon, and the girl is saved.
Constantine is grappling with the consequences of his smoking habits that have caused him to develop lung cancer. While struggling to stay alive, he meets Angela, who is a detective investigating the death of her twin sister, Isabelle, who committed suicide. Their paths cross when they both visit the same church for different reasons.
Later, Angela overhears a conversation about Constantine when she watches a CCTV video of her sister’s suicide. She then seeks his help to understand the situation. Initially, Constantine refuses to help, but he later decides to help Angela due to his interest in the case. They both perform a ritual to visit Isabelle in hell. After the ritual, Constantine confesses his supernatural abilities to Angela and reveals that he has been seeing such things since he was a child.
During their investigation, they discover that Isabelle had a mark on her wrist, which refers to Mammon, the son of Lucifer and the Antichrist. They learn from Beeman, Constantine’s contact, that Mammon plans to take over the Earth through a powerful psychic’s help, and Isabelle was chosen to be that medium. Isabelle commits suicide to prevent Mammon from taking over her body. In a twist of fate, Angela has the same abilities as Isabelle. Constantine and Angela must find and defeat Balthazar, the demon responsible for the situation, before it’s too late.
The movie features gripping acting performances by the lead cast, including Keanu Reeves, Rachel Weisz, Shia LaBeouf, and Tilda Swinton. Reeves stands out with his portrayal of John Constantine, capturing the character’s arrogance and self-confidence. Weisz’s troubled and grief-stricken Angela Dodson is exceptional, and LaBeouf’s portrayal of Constantine’s sidekick is entertaining. Meanwhile, Swinton’s portrayal of the androgynous Gabriel is outstanding.
In conclusion, Constantine is a thrilling superhero-horror movie that delves into the supernatural world and explores the mystery of demonic possession. The movie’s intriguing plot, coupled with the outstanding performances by the cast, makes it a must-watch for fans of the genre. The movie’s visual effects, cinematography, and score also add to its appeal. If you are a fan of the supernatural, this movie will not disappoint you.
