Hong Kong, Feb 04: Hollywood star Keanu Reeves today said he trained with an exorcist for his latest film 'Constantine,' and was relieved that no supernatural forces plagued the movie set.
"There were no paranormal events that took place on the film that I know of. Thank God!" said Reeves, 40, who plays the title character in 'Constantine' - a man who battles to send demons back to hell.
He described his character as a "world-weary" and "nihilistic guy with a heart of gold."
Adapted from a dc comics series, the film will have its world premiere in Hong Kong on Tuesday - 10 days before its opening in the United States.
"I went with an exorcist for a bit. I just want to know really practical things, like how do you hold someone possessed by the devil," said reeves, visiting Hong Kong for the first time.
Reeves said he was excited to be here but did not have time to see the city yet.
"I haven't had a chance to, but looking out of the window, it looks pretty extraordinary out there," Reeves said.
The star of action thrillers 'The Matrix' and 'Speed' said his latest role also makes him less sceptical about the existence of hell.
"Constantine kind of knows it's fact. So I guess if I had any doubts before, I probably have a little few less doubts now," he said.
Reeves said he enjoys playing the savior-like characters in 'The Matrix' or 'Constantine.'
Bureau Report
