The Constant Gardener (DVD)

After having vague memories of being impressed and upset around the watching of this film first time, i thought i would have another look at it when i saw it cheap in the sales. First thing i noticed is that the film is rather long. However theis doesnt seem to be a problem as it keeps you griped with the constant wondering of what happened. This aside it can be one film that is difficult to watch. There are those you can watch, and not that much attention is needed to be enjoyed. Then there are the films that you have to actually sit down and watch. This is one of the latter. I am now feeling rather exaused after watching this, but fulfilled as well. One point that i ...

Having worked in a British Embassy abroad and knowing that this film was based around a British High Commission in Kenya, I have wanted to see this film for quite some time. I've read differing reviews about it; it seems to be one of those films that people either really like or hate, so I wasn't quite sure what to expect. However, I've not yet read a book by John le Carre (who wrote the original novel on which this film is based) that I haven't enjoyed, so I guessed that I would enjoy the story at least. What I found was indeed an excellent story, highlighted by some magnificent cinematography. Starring an actor that I have a great deal of time for, this film should ...

“In Africa there are no murders, only regrettable deaths.” The Constant Gardener is an adaptation of a John Le Carré novel, a thrilling adventure of immense social relevance which highlights commercial exploitation and political corruption in Africa, whilst simultaneously celebrating the astounding beauty of the landscape, culture and people. The political focus of this movie is cleverly interwoven with the struggle of a British diplomat to discover the truth behind his wife’s murder, to learn who she really was, and to realise a greater love and trust in her than he ever had when she was alive. The Main Cast Ralph Fiennes ...Justin ...