The Bottom Line
- An absolutely riveting story
- Fantastic performances from the entire cast
- Good collection of bonus material
- None worth noting
Description
- Deleted and Extended Scenes - All of which would have played well had they been in the film;
- Embracing Africa: Filming in Kenya - The importance of the landscape and the people to the movie
- John le Carre: From the Page to the Screen - History of the novel and the path to its adaptation;
- Anatomy of a Global Thriller - Cast and crew interviews on the making of "The Constant Gardener."
- Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1 (Anamorphic Widescreen), 1.33:1 (Full Frame)
- DVD Release Date: January 10, 2006
Guide Review - "The Constant Gardener" DVD Review
The touching love story unfolds against the backdrop of the big-money pharmaceutical industry. Fiennes stars as diplomat Justin Quayle, a fair-minded man who attracts friends and supporters with his pleasant, unassuming demeanor. However when the love of his life (Weisz) is murdered, Justin sheds his timidity and obsessively pursues the killers.
Justin becomes immersed in the slimy world of unethical pharmaceutical bigwigs. Single-mindedly, he takes up the cause his wife fought for during her last years. Unable to tolerate lies from corporate officials, Justin passionately squares off with the makers of a deadly drug and puts his own life on the line as he attempts to end a global conspiracy.
"The Constant Gardener" Bonus Features
The featurettes are well done and provide enough interesting material to make viewing all three of the featurettes worthwhile. And although I'm a big supporter of commentary tracks, the fact this DVD doesn't include one isn't a real negative. The behind the scenes videos contain more than enough insight into the making of the film so there's really no need for additional commentary by the director or cast.
