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Luc Besson’s Visual Spectacles - The Fifth Element (1997) & Valerian (2017)

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This week, we’re joined by the sensational film critic, writer, and podcaster Anna Bogutskaya as we delve into the wild world of Luc Besson’s space opera adventures, The Fifth Element (1997) and Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets (2017). From Besson’s (sometimes peculiar) casting choices to the eternal battle between practical effects and CGI, we dissect what works and what doesn’t in these two vibrant and visually stunning Space Operas. Oh, and brace yourselves for another round of blue aliens—this time with some unexpected stage talents.

Join us for an exciting exploration of Besson’s unique contributions to the Space Opera genre.

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Content provided by James Payne. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by James Payne or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

This week, we’re joined by the sensational film critic, writer, and podcaster Anna Bogutskaya as we delve into the wild world of Luc Besson’s space opera adventures, The Fifth Element (1997) and Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets (2017). From Besson’s (sometimes peculiar) casting choices to the eternal battle between practical effects and CGI, we dissect what works and what doesn’t in these two vibrant and visually stunning Space Operas. Oh, and brace yourselves for another round of blue aliens—this time with some unexpected stage talents.

Join us for an exciting exploration of Besson’s unique contributions to the Space Opera genre.

Visit our website https://www.journeythroughscifi.com/

Email Us!

Follow us on TWITTER

Add us on INSTAGRAM

Like us on FACEBOOK

Follow us on LETTERBOXD

Support the podcast on PATREON

  continue reading

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