The Constant Gardener
Love. At any cost.
Overview
Justin Quayle is a low-level British diplomat who has always gone about his work very quietly, not causing any problems. But after his radical wife Tessa is killed he becomes determined to find out why, thrusting himself into the middle of a very dangerous conspiracy.
Backdrop
What makes this movie Worth Watching
Set against the backdrop of Kenya's slums and political turmoil, 'The Constant Gardener' provides a stark portrayal of colonialism's lingering effects and the corruption that plagues developing countries, making it a poignant reflection of real-world issues.
- The movie offers a gripping and suspenseful narrative that keeps viewers engaged till the end.
- Ralph Fiennes and Rachel Weisz deliver powerful performances, making their characters' struggle resonate deeply with audiences.
- The film tackles important themes such as political corruption, corporate greed, and global justice, making it thought-provoking and relevant today.
- The cinematography is beautiful and serves to heighten the emotional impact of the story.
Fun Facts
- Director Fernando Meirelles was originally approached to direct 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo', but he turned it down to work on 'The Constant Gardener'.
- Jude Law's character, Justin Quayle, is named after John Galsworthy, a British novelist who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1932.
- The film was adapted from the novel of the same name by John Le Carré, famous for his espionage novels like 'Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy' and 'A Perfect Spy'.
Available Languages
English
US
Title:
"Love. At any cost."
Deutsch
DE
Title: Der ewige Gärtner
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Español
ES
Title: El jardinero fiel
"Amor. A cualquier precio."
Dansk
DK
Title:
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Italiano
IT
Title: The Constant Gardener - La cospirazione
"Amore. Ad ogni costo."
Türkçe
TR
Title: Arka Bahçe
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Cast
Crew
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Oscar Awards
Wins
ACTRESS IN A SUPPORTING ROLE - 2005
Rachel Weisz
Nominations
FILM EDITING - 2005
Claire Simpson
MUSIC (Original Score) - 2005
Alberto Iglesias
WRITING (Adapted Screenplay) - 2005
Jeffrey Caine
Media
Trailer
Trailer
Featurette
Archival Talks: Ralph Fiennes, "The Constant Gardener"
Featurette
Rachel Weisz Wins Supporting Actress: 2006 Oscars