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Rating: Null/10 (23 March 2005)

Constantine was a comic first.
Hellblazer is a great comic. Brilliant, intelligent writing backed up by awesome artwork. Why does Hollywood have to make changes that aren't necessary when the original provides enough proved material? A simple example of the pointless changes is that J Constantine is English. Is it really impossible for Americans to believe in a lead character that isn't American? If this isn't a problem for the majority of Americans then why do the studios consistently replace foreign leads with U.S. versions? The story is set in London, not LA. This entirely pointless change is not quite as bad as casting a witty, cynical, intelligent, cunning and determined character with an actor who is a one trick pony. What a shame. The casting for the rest of the film was inspired. The film looked good, and was written and directed very well.