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All rights reserved.The Constant Gardener (2006, DVD)
| Movie Description Brazilian director Fernando Meirelles, whose previous film, CITY OF GOD, won awards all over the world--and was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film at the 2004 Oscars--has crafted another highly entertaining yet important film. Beautifully shot in Kenya, Germany, Sudan, Manitoba, and London, THE CONSTANT GARDENER, based on a bestselling novel by John Le Carré, is an exciting mix of romance and spy thriller. Ralph Fiennes stars as Justin Quayle, a low-level British diplomat who has always gone about his work very quietly, not causing any problems. But after his radical wife, Tessa (Rachel Weisz), is killed, he becomes determined to find out why, thrusting himself into the middle of a very dangerous conspiracy. Jeffrey Caine's powerful screenplay alternates between flashbacks of Justin and Tessa's relationship and Justin's hunt for the truth, which makes him a target--although he doesn't know who is after him. Fine support is offered by Danny Huston as his close friend and confidant, Sandy; Bill Nighy as shady British official Sir Bernard Pellegrin; and Hubert Koundé as Arnold Bluhm, an African doctor who might have been a little too friendly with Tessa. Meirelles's pacing is outstanding, switching effortlessly between political intrigue, action adventure, and love story. And Fiennes and Weisz give strong performances playing complex characters that will continually surprise the audience. THE CONSTANT GARDENER is a thrilling tale from start to finish.
Editorial Reviews Movieline's Hollywood Life - Stacey Farber (07/01/2005) Premiere - Glenn Kenny (09/01/2005) Entertainment Weekly - Lisa Schwarzbaum (09/02/2005) Rolling Stone - Peter Travers (08/25/2005) New York Times - A. O. Scott (08/31/2005) USA Today - Claudia Puig (07/08/2005) Sight and Sound - Jessica Winter (10/01/2005) Uncut - Uncut Staff (01/01/2006) Premiere - Claire Evans (03/01/2006) Awards 2005Academy AwardsBest Supporting ActressRachel Weisz | Find errors in the product description? Submit a catalog update request now. | ||||||||||
Reviews  The Constant GardenerReview created: 06/21/08 by:  The edited version provided an intense, gripping story without the unnecessary foul language or sex scenes. Although, not a "true" story it presented quite accurately the unjust treatment of poor, disadvantaged people by the powerful and greedy people of this world. It was distressing to watch. However, it makes me more determined to help the 'poor' and wait on God to eliminate the selfish, money hungry corporations (wicked people) and provide lasting relief to survivors. Review ID: 10000000007662833 Was this review helpful? Report this review Great Book Equals Great FilmReview created: 10/07/06 by: 3 of 3 people found this review helpful. The Constant Gardener is a movie based upon the novel written by a leading author of the suspense/espionage genre, John LeCarr. The main character is Justin Quayle, intensely portrayed by the fine actor, Ralph Fiennes (The English Patient). He's a British diplomat living in South Africa with his beautiful wife, Tessa. Tessa, the beloved and outspoken advocate of the rights of South Africa's pooor, exposes a scheme by a leading pharmaceutical company, and the end results are disastrous. Those involved in the turn of events are who you would least expect. Under these circumstances, it's difficult to determine who is a friend, and who is a foe. Justen, our hero is determined unearth the dangerous mysteries that sent his wife to the grave, and that threaten his own life as well. To say more would reveal too much, and there's nothing I hate more than a spoiler! Often I've been disappointed after reading a novel, and viewing the film version. Sometimes, for the sake of time and creative license, the movie lacks significant details that brought the novel and characters to life. If you enjoy fast paced action, mystery and intrigue, you will definitely enjoy this movie. As an extra bonus, nothing can top the beautiful cinematography - ranging from the grim realities of the impoverished shanty towns, to the soaring beauty of the African plains. Review ID: 10000000002049496 Was this review helpful? Report this review Constant Gardener reviewReview created: 07/04/06 by: rachoneill ( 6 ) 0 of 2 people found this review helpful. Was very happy with the service provided. It was fast and efficient. I had already seen the movie so I knew what I should be getting and was happy with the product. I was glad to see that it came in a box and not a plastic sleeve. Review ID: 10000000001291445 Was this review helpful? Report this review |
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