He can't act but who cares?

Rating: 9/10 (17 September 2010)

Now let's be about right. Keanu Reeves is never going to win an Oscar or a BAFTA. Which is exactly why this film works so well.
John Constantine is basically a bit of an arrogant arse which seems to suit Reeve's acting style for once. Short on expansive dialogue, emotion, light and shade, this film was made for him!! The plot is essentially based on a comic book (which I might add I have never read), so I have to judge the film it's own merits. And its a really great roller-coaster ride with some fine performances. Rachel Weiss is on top form as the police officer with a hidden gift (and an impeccable American accent). A very young Shia Le Bouef as Chas Kramer is quirky, geeky and at times very funny. But the stand out performance for me is Satan himself, Peter Stormare, hilariously sinister and scene stealingly brilliant.
The plot is intriguing, the pace of the film is relentless and the special effects and action sequences are out of the top drawer. Add into the mix Tilda Swinton as Gabriel (and lets face it she does 'weird' better than anyone), a surprisingly good Gavin Rossdale as Satan's henchman Bathazar and the ever reliable Djimon Hounsou as Midnight and we are treated to a Gothic chiller which never lets up.
Its the first and probably only Reeves film that I haven't wanted to see more acting panache from him. Because his appalling acting style actually fits for once. Which is why this movie is a winner.