KINORAFIELD GUIDE TO FILM
1997 · 126 min · PG-13

The Fifth Element

Directed by Luc Besson · Science Fiction, Action, Adventure

The Fifth Element (1997) is a Science Fiction film, directed by Luc Besson set in New York City and Egypt during the far future. It runs 126 minutes and is rated PG-13.

Themes of fate & destiny and love & longing run throughout.

Composer
Éric Serra
Cinematography
Thierry ArbogastNick Tebbet
Cast
Bruce WillisMilla JovovichGary OldmanIan HolmChris TuckerLuke PerryBrion JamesTommy Lister Jr.

The world of this film

Setting

Where
New York CityEgypt
Setting
UrbanOff World
When
Far Future

Premise & themes

Themes
Fate & DestinyLove & Longing
Tone
TenseWhimsical

Shape

Protagonist
Solo Lead
Pacing
Propulsive
Based on
Pure Fiction

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