The Fifth Element
The Fifth Element

The Fifth Element

1997Movie126 minFrench

In 2257, a taxi driver is unintentionally given the task of saving a young girl who is part of the key that will ensure the survival of humanity.

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IMDb7.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes73%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users83%
Director: Luc BessonGenres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Romance

Plot Summary

In the 23rd century, a taxi driver is called upon to save Earth from an eternal evil. He teams up with a divine being, the fifth element, to protect a powerful weapon from falling into the wrong hands. Their adventure takes them across the galaxy, encountering eccentric characters and facing numerous challenges.

Critical Reception

The Fifth Element was met with generally positive reviews, praised for its imaginative visuals, unique style, and over-the-top action sequences. While some critics found the plot somewhat thin or nonsensical, many appreciated its originality and energetic pace.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its vibrant, unique visual style and imaginative world-building.
  • Lauded for its energetic action sequences and eccentric, memorable characters.
  • Criticized by some for its unconventional plot and dialogue.

Google audience: Audiences largely enjoyed 'The Fifth Element' for its distinctive visual flair, creative sci-fi concepts, and entertaining action. Many found the humor and characters engaging, contributing to a positive overall viewing experience.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for two Saturn Awards (Best Science Fiction Film, Best Costume Design).

Fun Fact

The distinctive orange suit worn by Milla Jovovich as Leeloo was designed by fashion designer Jean-Paul Gaultier, who also designed many of the film's costumes.

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CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

I wonder how many taxi drivers get a fare they wish they's just driven past! Well I think poor "Dallas" (Bruce Willis) might have wished he had done that with the almost mannequin-esque "Leeloo" (Milla Jovovich) as he finds himself embroile...
Prodank

Prodank

"The Fifth Element" is like a journey down memory lane for me, brimming with nostalgia. I've lost count of how many times I've caught it on TV. The cast was on point, the makeup and costumes were seriously cool, and those futuristic locatio...
John Chard

John Chard

Negative, I am a meat Popsicle. It's 2259 and the Earth is in mortal danger from pure evil. The only hope Earth has is something called the fifth element, which comes in the form of the newly cloned Leeloo. Along with an ex forces cab ...
Gimly

Gimly

Ever since I first watched The Fifth Element in the late 90s, I've been inspired by Gary Oldman's Jean-Baptiste Emanuel Zorg. _Final rating:★★★½ - I strongly recommend you make the time._
Matt Golden

Matt Golden

A simple enough concept: Guy must save a World (in the Future!) from Evil! by protecting a Magical Macguffin, only in this case it’s a Girl! instead of a Thing. There’s really not a lot of story here. Not a lot of character either. Why w...
GeekMasher

GeekMasher

This movie is one of the best movies of all time! It has a great story lines and graphics of it's time and even to today's standards it is brilliant. The world is well though out and well demonstrated. Zorg is a great bad guy, played by Gar...