Episode 55 - Constantine Movie Review
This week, we’re leaving behind superheroes and instead delving into the world of angels, demons and war for the souls of all mankind. Where there are some that can see what others can not. And it stars a Hollywood favorite, Keanu Reeves. Join Duane and special guest Ben as we take a look at 2005’s Constantine.
This Week In Comics
Marvel Considered Reviving a Major Spider-Man Character With Secret Inva...
Episode 55 - Constantine Movie Review
This week, we’re leaving behind superheroes and instead delving into the world of angels, demons and war for the souls of all mankind. Where there are some that can see what others can not. And it stars a Hollywood favorite, Keanu Reeves. Join Duane and special guest Ben as we take a look at 2005’s Constantine.
This Week In Comics
Marvel Considered Reviving a Major Spider-Man Character With Secret Invasion
- https://comicbook.com/comics/news/marvel-considered-reviving-major-spider-man-character-gwen-stacy-secret-invasion-comic/
New on Marvel Unlimited this Week
- https://www.marvel.com/comics/calendar/week/2023-07-23
- Some characters with new books this week include: Hellcat, New Mutants, Red Goblin, Moon Girl & Devil Dinosaur, Punisher, She-Hulk, Amazing Spider-Man.
Recommendation from Ben: Spiderman (2022-) Newest arc starts with issue #8.
- https://www.marvel.com/comics/issue/99750/spider-man_2022_8
*Spoiler Warning*
Film Facts
Tagline: Hell wants him. Heaven won’t take him. Earth needs him.
Released: February 18, 2005
Runtime: 121 minutes (and is rated R)
Box Office: worldwide: $230,884,728 / domestic: $75,976,178
Budget: $100,000,000
IMDB Rating: 7.0/10
Stars: Keanu Reeves, Rachel Weisz, Shia LaBeouf, Djimon Hounsou, Gavin Rossdale and Tilda Swinton
Directed: Francis Lawrence
Screenplay: Kevin Brodbin and Frank A. Cappello
2ish Minute Recap and Discussion Topics
Demons and Half-Breeds
This Place Looks Like Hell
Why isn’t this film more popular?
Tidbits
From the comics
Comic Books
You’ve watched the movie and are interested in reading some comic books about the characters, places and stories in this film. Here are some options:
- Swamp Thing #37 from June 1985
- John Constantine, Hellblazer: All His Engines (graphic novel)
- Hellblazer 41-46
What's Next:
- Dan should be back next week.
- Looking to read Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles comics to prepare for new movie coming August 2. Not sure what books as of now. Will let you know via social media.
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