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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