Good one for genre fans

Rating: 8/10 (26 January 2006)

I really liked "Constantine". I think it was a worthy addition to the Daemonology genre, kicked off by the Exorcist and Omen back in the 1970s. These movies often promise a lot, but too often fall apart due to poor internal logics, failure of realization, or just plain old cheesiness. "Constantine" evolved along a clear narrative path, where all characters had a certain consistent part in the storyline, yet still surprised here and there. The Daemon & Occult motif was well done, bringing in the typical paraphernalia in a working way.
In addition, it was a delight to see Peter Stormare as the big L, a match made in heaven. Keanu Reeves was solid as always in his stone-face non-acting "Neo" style.
I gave Constantine an "8"; I think it was clearly above average for the genre.