Fiennes Takes on Intrigue in 'Constant Gardener'
Ralph Fiennes plays a British diplomat who becomes convinced of a conspiracy. Focus Features hide caption
Robert Siegel talks to Ralph Fiennes, star of The Constant Gardener. Fiennes talks about his role as Justin Quayle, a diplomat who works for the British High Commission in Nairobi.
After Quayle's do-gooder wife is found murdered, he uncovers a global conspiracy involving the pharmaceutical industry. The film is based on the spy thriller of the same name by John Le Carre.
Related NPR Stories
Le Carre's Thriller, 'Absolute Friends' Feb. 4, 2004
The Best in Political Fiction May 10, 2004
Cronenberg Spins a Disturbing Tale with 'Spider' Feb. 28, 2003