Time Jam: Valerian & Laureline
Time Jam: Valerian & Laureline

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Time Jam: Valerian & Laureline

2008
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
French

Valerian & Laureline must investigate a mysterious time portal in a galaxy filled with the dangerous alien species called the Vlagos after the Earth vanishes.

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Manu JacquesGenres: Animation, Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In the 28th century, Sergeant Valerian and Officer Laureline are special operatives tasked with maintaining order throughout the human territories. They are assigned to the space station metropolis of "Terminus," a constantly expanding city on the planet Xylos. When a dark force known as the "Shingouz" threatens the balance of space-time, Valerian and Laureline must race against time to save the galaxy.

Critical Reception

The animated film 'Time Jam: Valerian & Laureline' received a mixed to positive reception, particularly praised for its visual style and ambitious attempt to adapt the beloved French comic series for a global audience. While some critics found the plot to be somewhat convoluted or rushed, many appreciated the imaginative world-building and the faithful representation of the source material's spirit. Audience reception was generally favorable, especially among fans of the original comics.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its distinctive animation and vibrant visual design.

  • Commended for its ambitious adaptation of the classic 'Valerian' comics.

  • Noted for having an engaging, albeit sometimes complex, storyline.

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Fun Fact

The film is an adaptation of the French comic book series 'Valérian and Laureline,' created by writer Pierre Christin and artist Jean-Claude Mézières, which has been influential in science fiction storytelling, even inspiring films like Luc Besson's 'The Fifth Element'.

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