Product: Constantine [Blu-ray] (2012)
Rating: 4.0
Not that good, but awesome anyway
Alright, here's the deal: I adore this movie. I've watched it an embarrassing number of times. However, I don't think its a particularly good movie.Essentially, the story is great, the acting is mediocre, and the look is fabulous. The atmosphere is amazing, and I think the special effects suit the story perfectly. I love the concepts introduced through the story, but I've always favored the exploration of religious mythology.As for the acting, I was actually impressed with Keanu Reeves--this is the sort of role that suits him, because he can be deadpan, and it will actually look good. Rachel Wiesz I was less impressed with, although there were a couple of moments where she was quite good. Overall, the performances are just unremarkable.There are many small problems with the film, that I can't even name but simply know are there. Overall, I think it's just general cheesiness. It's a B-movie. The characters around Constantine are one-dimensional and mostly silly. There are a couple of moments that are just ridiculous posing. But as fluffy B action movies go, I think this one's definitely a keeper.