John Constantine is a cynical, chain-smoking occult detective with a unique "gift": he can see half-breed angels and demons walking the Earth. Years ago, he committed suicide to escape these visions, but he was resuscitated against his will. Because suicide is a mortal sin in this world, John knows he is destined for Hell when he dies—which, thanks to terminal lung cancer, is happening very soon. Buying a Way to Heaven
The 2005 film Constantine , starring Keanu Reeves, remains a cult classic for its unique blend of supernatural noir, theological horror, and stylish visuals. A "70s-style" gritty detective vibe permeates this adaptation of DC Comics' Hellblazer
: John Constantine (played by Keanu Reeves) is a cynical, chain-smoking demon hunter who navigates a world where angels and demons walk among humans in disguise. Damned to Hell for a past suicide attempt, he spends his life exorcising demons back to the netherworld, hoping to buy his way into Heaven. He teams up with police detective Angela Dodson (Rachel Weisz) to investigate her twin sister's mysterious death, uncovering a plot involving the Antichrist.