Constantine: City of Demons - The Movie
A dark fantasy noir plunging into the occult underbelly of Los Angeles, where magic is a transaction paid in blood and memories. The film juxtaposes the glitz of Hollywood with rotting demonic corruption, using the visual metaphor of literal inner demons to externalize the protagonist's crushing guilt.
Constantine: City of Demons - The Movie
Constantine: City of Demons - The Movie

"To stop a devil, you must summon a bigger one."

04 October 2018 United States of America 90 min ⭐ 7.7 (644)
Director: Doug Murphy
Cast: Matt Ryan, Robin Atkin Downes, Laura Bailey, Rachel Kimsey, Jim Meskimen
Animation Fantasy Action Horror
The Cost of Magic Guilt and Inner Demons Friendship vs. Duty Surface vs. Rot

Constantine: City of Demons - The Movie - Movie Quotes

Memorable Quotes

Abraca-fucking-dabra.

— John Constantine

Context:

Said during a moment of casting a spell, highlighting his blue-collar approach to wizardry.

Meaning:

Encapsulates John's cynical, irreverent attitude toward the mystical arts. He treats magic as a dirty job rather than a divine gift.

No price is too high when it comes to my little girl.

— Chas Chandler

Context:

Chas pleading with John to help him save Trish at the beginning of the film.

Meaning:

Sets up the central tragedy of the film. Chas is willing to pay any price, unaware that the price will be his own memories of his family's love.

Tell me that after you've paid it, mate.

— John Constantine

Context:

John's grim response to Chas's declaration that he would pay any price.

Meaning:

Foreshadows the heartbreaking ending. John knows from experience that the "price" of magic is always higher and more personal than anyone expects.

This is on you, John Constantine.

— Chas Chandler

Context:

When the situation looks dire and they are trapped by demons.

Meaning:

A moment of accusation that pierces John's armor, reinforcing his guilt and responsibility for the danger his friends are in.