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Features: DVD, English, Subtitled, Spanish, Dubbed & Subtitled, Pan and Scan (TV Format), Widescreen, Aspect Ratio 2.35:1, Dolby Digital (5.1), Dolby Surround Sound, Keep Case
Bruce Willis, Milla Jovovich, and Gary Oldman star in acclaimed director Luc Besson's outrageous sci-fi adventure, an extravagantly styled tale of good against evil set in an unbelievable twenty-third century world. All aboard for a "futuristic, eye-popping adventure!"
"A futuristic, eye-popping adventure!" Bill Diehl, ABC Radio Network
"High-voltage fun!" Desson Howe, Washington Post
Editor's Note
A visual feast combining ancient mysticism, cyberpunk sensibilities, flamboyant entertainment personalities, and gun-toting alien mercenaries. In the 23rd century, Korben Dallas (Bruce Willis), an ex-special forces agent who now practices as a down-and-out cabbie, finds himself caught in a struggle to defy a prophesied Evil from destroying the Earth when a mysterious woman (Milla Jovovich) falls into the back seat of his cab. Pursued by both the government and a powerful magnate enlisted by the forces of Evil (Gary Oldman), the woman is the key to Earth's salvation, known only as the Fifth Element. This was French auteur Besson's first offering with Hollywood backing. Academy Award Nomination: Best Sound Effects Editing.
| Features | Scene Selection | | English Subtitles | | Spanish Subtitles | | Interactive Menus | | WIdescreen & Full Screen Versions | | English Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround & 5.1 | | Spanish Dolby Digital 5.1 |
| Technical Info
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Release Information
| | Studio: Columbia Tri-Star |
| Release Date: 4/24/2007 |
| Running Time: 126 minutes |
| Original Release Date: 1997 | | Catalog ID: 82409 | | UPC: 00043396824096 | | Number of Discs: 1 |
Audio & Video
| | Original Language: English | | Available Audio Tracks: English [CC], English, Spanish Dubbed | | Available Subtitles: English, Spanish | | Video: Color |
Aspect Ratio | | 2:.35:1/4:3 |
| Cast & Crew
| Awards |
Oscar (1998) | | | Mark A. Mangini, Nominee, Best Effects, Sound Effects Editing | |
British Academy Awards (1998) |  | Nick Adler, et al., Winner, Best Special Effects | |
MTV Award (1998) | | | Milla Jovovich, Nominee, Best Fight |
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| | Professional Reviews | Sight and Sound
"...Besson's comic irreverence is welcome..." 07/01/1997 p.39-40New York Times
"...Mr. Besson directs with ceaseless flamboyance and with an obvious enthusiasm for his film's comic book conceits..." 05/09/1997 p.C3 Entertainment Weekly
"...Luc Besson's kick-ass sci-fi jamboree works as hard as any movie can to ensure that we're completely, maximally entertained..." 05/16/1997 p.84-6 Los Angeles Times
"There's no doubt about it, when it comes to saving the world, Bruce Willis is your man. He does it with smarts and style, humor and courage..." 05/09/1997 p.F1 Total Film
"...Besson's future world is stuffed silly with visual pizzazz..." 12/01/2003 p.125 Uncut
"Bruce Willis' taciturn hero and Milla Jovovich's super-femme still hold firm at the heart." 12/01/2003 p.159 Leonard Maltin's Movie & Video Guide 6 of 10
...A visual candy store of futuristic images, but the film's strongest suit is its sense of humor.
NBC-TV 8 of 10
...A jaw-dropping, mind-blowing epic. Astonishingly ingenious, exuberantly exciting and brazeny hilarious! - Joe Lydon
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| Customer Reviews | ![]() | | Cinematography |  4.5 | | Plot |  4 | | Acting | 4.5 | | Overall Satisfaction | 4.5 |
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2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.
5 of 5 I LOVE this Astonishing Movie... Thursday, July 31, 2003
neclark from Long Beach, CA
I admit it - I'm hooked...Ive seen "Element" 3 times in theaters -- dragging new people with me each time -- and have brought it for viewing at other friend's homes. I even own it on LaserDisk (remember those?) And now ordered it on DVD. The rhythm of this film is mesmerizing, the details are incredible (the "lifeboats" departing the cruise-station, alone, is worth the price). The only thing I haven't figured out is the "true" meaning of the red-black goo running down the foreheads of the Admiral and Zorg, when under the influence of evil... Was this review helpful?  
1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
5 of 5 One of the ten best of all time!! Friday, March 17, 2000
lelu from chandler, az
This movie is phenomenal on so many levels. For those who didn't like it, thank God I don't know you. One other thing for you sceptics; those denying the existence of killer robots may be killer robots themselves. Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 Wicked Sunday, January 02, 2000
Jer from Kissimmee, FL
Awesome special FX. Gotta see it. Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 Great Flick Friday, December 03, 1999
cappyx from Orlando, Florida
Lots of action and the movie is 'multiwatcher' friendly:) not only is the action great but we are treated to watching Milla Jovovich run around dressed in a Bandaid:) Was this review helpful?
1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
5 of 5 A truly magnificent movie. Wednesday, November 24, 1999
ngmoore from Louisville KY
I know the critics panned this one but they really missed the boat. It has a wonderful sense of humor, great action scenes, top notch actors, incredible editing (the lift-off scene is worth watching over & over), incredible special effects sequences, the soundtrack is fun, plus it deals with the basic moral issue of Good vs Evil on a grand scale. It has become a family favorite- even my husband, who kept leaving in the middle when I played it, saying 'this movie is too wierd' - has finally come to love it. Favorite lines: 'Chicken Gooood!' 'Lilu Dallas, Multi-pass!' 'Don't watch it all day sweatheart- it'll rot your brain.' 'Perfect.' I heartily recommend it! Was this review helpful?
1 of 5 Kill me... kill me now Saturday, November 20, 1999
A Viewer from Arlington, VA
I made the mistake of seeing this movie in the theater. About halfway through, I told my husband I was going to the restroom.... I actually just wandered the theater halls, thanking god I wasn't watching this movie. Where is the plot? I just couldn't tell you. Still, my husband loved it, so I'm buying it for him. Was this review helpful?
1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
5 of 5 Surprising Friday, October 08, 1999
A viewer from Springboro, Ohio
I thought this was another weird movie my husband wanted to watch on HBO; I agreed to watch because Bruce Willis was in it. I was surprised and thrilled at this wonderful movie. The cast is first rate (especially Gary Oldman and Ian Holm), the plot is multi-leveled, and the edgy cinematography adds to (not detracts from) the over-all experience. Watch it more than once to understand more of the plot. It gets better every time. Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 Greatest Sci-fi movie since Star Wars Triology Thursday, August 26, 1999
A Viewer from Pittsburgh, PA
This movie has greast action scences and a comple plot of good vs. evil. If you like high impact movies, you'll love this one. Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 Best futuristic movie since Blade Runner! Friday, August 20, 1999
Ed Stoddard from Seattle WA
All the characters do a wonderful job. Oldman makes a great villian, a guy you love to hate. Bruce, the reluctant hero who realizes he can't let the perfect women be without love, helps Milla (elou) in her quest to save the world. The supporting acting is great, too. Most who like Blade Runner, and futuristic movies in general, will like this one! Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 Serious holes in plot but very fun & color. Thursday, July 29, 1999
A Viewer from Clinton, MD
Serious holes in plot like Leeloo didn't know how to speak English but managed to spell out 'help', why did the villians bother to impersonate Korben at the airport when they can obviously fly to the cruise ship themselves, what did Zorg want with the stones himself? I can go on and on. BUT for some reason, I still like this movie because it is fun in a cartoonish kind of way. I couldn't stand Cris Tucker's performance though. Very annoying. Milla (Leeloo) is just a babe. Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 Can't stop watching it! Wednesday, July 28, 1999
Clark Peterson from Guymon,OK
I'm a movie person's movie person, but rarely do I find a movie that I can still enjoy watching after seeing it three or four times. I'm watching 'The Fifth Element' now for the eighth time and still can't leave the room without pausing playback. Nuff said! Was this review helpful?
4 of 5 Dumb plot - Great movie Wednesday, July 21, 1999
A Viewer from Pittsburgh, PA
Okay, so the plot is dumb. Pseudo-Egyptian -meets- Futuristic Alien Culture, caricaturish evil villains and a threat to the future of the planet hinges on one (albeit perfect) woman.
Still and all, the cinematography is just gorgeous, the score is great, and then there's Milla Jovavich (Leeloo), beautiful and talented, a joy to behold.
See this movie, it's great fun. Was this review helpful?
4 of 5 Are all the elements here? Wednesday, July 14, 1999
IronLung from Layton, UT
This is a good movie with some very cool effects. The plot is the best part of the movie since the story line is very original. However, the acting and the writing keeps the movie from being excellent (remember, it was written by a 16yo). I'd definitely recommend the movie based on the visual joy-ride you'll experience and the story, but don't expect to be lost in the characters. I'd hold-out for the widescreen version since you'l what to see and hear everything! Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 GOTTA GET IT Friday, June 18, 1999
pepsi188 from Boise
This sci-fi thriller will expand your imagination. With futuristic costumes and makeup to fun ships and planets, this movie is awesome for people of all ages. If you like Bruce Willis or action/sci-fi movies then get up and go get it. What are you waiting for? Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 A must own! Saturday, June 12, 1999
nazario26 from Florida
This movie is probably one of the best titles on dvd.The audio tracks are really good as well as the video quality. Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 Great movie... even greater babe. Friday, June 11, 1999
thecharlatan from Chicago IL
If you love sci-fi action movies, this will blow your mind. It is not only a great movie through and through, but it also has an amazing babe (Milla Jovovich) as one of the stars. A must see/buy for any sci-fi fan. Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 You cry out for more. Thursday, June 03, 1999
vedran from Pula Croatia
Fifth Element is the best movie I have ever seen and it is the only movie that I vatched over 3 times (6 or 7 times). It is a movie that literally takes you to another world, and when it ends you cry out for more. Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 Fifth Element is the First stylish sci-fi Monday, May 10, 1999
A Viewer from Philadelphia
One of the best sci-fi movie ever! A must-see. Action from beginning to the end! Don't miss this extraordinary movie. Two thumbs up! Was this review helpful?
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