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An ordinary man with an extraordinary gift must save the planet from evil in this action-packed fantasy. Unknown to most people, the world is crowded with spirits both good and evil who walk among us in human guise. One of the few who can see these spirits is John Constantine (Keanu Reeves), but the responsibility of his vision is more than he can stand, and he tries to kill himself. Saved from death, Constantine must now atone for his actions by acting as a guardian in the middle ground between Paradise and Hell. Constantine also makes the acquaintance of Angela Dodson (Rachel Weisz), a police detective who becomes aware of his unusual gift while looking into the death of her sister; he leads her into the unknown world of the spirits and soon circumstances demand that they join forces in a desperate bid to save humanity from evil. Constantine also features Tilda Swinton, Peter Stormare, and Gavin Rossdale, the latter best known as the lead singer of the rock group Bush. Michelle Monaghan (Made of Honor) was originally in the film (cast as a half-breed demon) but director Francis Lawrence cut her scenes. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide

Keanu Reeves - John Constantine
Rachel Weisz - Angela Dodson / Isabel Dodson
Shia LaBeouf - Chas
Djimon Hounsou - Midnite
Max Baker - Beeman

Warner Brothers Home Entertainment hits it out of the DVD ballpark with this fabulous 2-Disc Deluxe Edition of Vertigo Comics' crass character John Constantine's big-screen debut. Containing the original widescreen presentation of the film, the disc comes with a stunning 2.35:1 anamorphic transfer along with Dolby Digital 5.1 tracks in both English and French. The picture quality is befitting to the unique look of the picture, which only looks better and better as time goes on. The disc not only shines with its fine presentation, but with the surprisingly well-produced bonus features that track the film from its comic roots and throughout the production. While many studios are only too happy to dish out prepackaged PR junk for their supplemental material, Warner Bros. deserves an ovation for delivering a mass of quality featurettes that present a fine look at a film that had its fair share of stumbling blocks. First up is director Francis Lawrence's thoughts on directing his big-screen debut, featuring candid tales of uncertainty and lessons that were learned throughout the production -- a rare thing to see on DVDs these days. The disc continues with featurettes that dive straight into the inspired design, look, and memorable sequences that make up the film, with interviews from various visual effects wizards to stunt coordinators that consistently assure safety on the set. Also included is a chat with author Phil Cousineau, who takes a cosmic look at the journey of the film's hero through the teachings of Joseph Campbell and other literary figures through the years. If that wasn't enough, there are 18 minutes of deleted scenes, which include an alternate ending and a cut storyline featuring Constantine and Michelle Monaghan as a demon seductress, as well as a previsualition featurette, all of which feature optional director's commentary. Lawrence was also recorded a feature-length commentary along with producer Akiva Goldsman and screenwriters Kevin Brodbin and Frank Cappello, which gives the viewer even more insight into the filmmaking process of this adaptation. Add in a Perfect Circle music video and both the teaser and theatrical trailer, plus a mini-comic containing a few choice -Hellblazer stories, and you have a commendable release that delivers on every level. Moviemaking is an art that is far too often overshadowed by its star-powered candy coating, so it's refreshing to see a release that's not made up of at least four discs embrace the craft in such a fine way, making this two-disc release a must-have for movie lovers and fans of the film. Constantine is also available in single-disc full-screen and widescreen versions. ~ Jeremy Wheeler, All Movie Guide

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