WTF Happened to The Fifth Element?

What would you say is the best Sci-Fimovie ever made…Empire Strikes Back, Blade Runner, 2001: A Space Odyssey, Alien, Star Trek:Wrath of Khan, The Matrix, Total Recall or even The Adventures of Pluto Nash? Those are all well and good and some of the best genre defining films, but what if I told you there was a movie that defied the genre in every way. One that has stood the test of time and transcended the genre. The film I’m talking about is Luc Besson’s 1997 classic The Fifth Element starring the great Bruce Willis.
So let’s hail a cab driver, win a contest to Fhloston Paradise and save the universe as we find out WTF Happened To This Movie?
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[@juleslund1515]

Dad took me to see this at the theater when I was just a little girl and I remember thinking "this is my all time favorite movie" and it still is

[@CraftAero]

I saw it in my early 40s (in theatre) and I thought it was too fake. In fairness, I saw Star Wars in 1977 and thought the same thing.

[@Wyonsvd]

I saw it with my dad too! I love this movie so much, I just watched it with my son this past summer

[@Wyonsvd]

Also loved the professional, my brother and I watched it so many times

[@juleslund1515]

Did you guys ever see Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets...? oh man, it was very beautiful and so creative

[@whoozyyy]

Same I was 9 and I still love it.

[@linasbardauskas902]

In my opinion this film is a masterpiece. I've watched this movie countless times and never got tired of it.

[@missymaw]

Same! Always fresh with every viewing.

[@wanee8039]

Everytime it's rerun I love watching it. I'd say I've seen it well over a dozen times and still enjoy it now 🫠

[@dontbeasadsoulja]

The Fifth Element is a true gem in sci-fi cinema history. And Bruce Willis is one of the GOATs!

[@byteme6346]

But it's not a straight sci-fi, it's a spoof of the genre.

[@Bafitis]

@@byteme6346 Just because a movie has Comedy riddled within it does not make it a Spoof of the Genre... Fifth Element is nothing like Spaceballs...

[@Bafitis]

Yes, Bruce Willis will go down as a Great in the industry... True shame what he is having to go through...

[@dominodoggy1]

As much as I agree, I would like to visit an alternate reality to see a Fifth Element where Mel Gibson agreed. It would have been awesome too, though I love the version we have.

[@dominodoggy1]

@@byteme6346 a spoof? of what? where is the spoof? there is science and there is fiction.

[@andreas.richter]

My favorite movie. One thing you didn't mention: going from one scene to the next, the "overlaps" are incredible smart, rhythmic and often playful. For me it's the indication that Luc has been working on the script for decades. Super green.

[@drumstick74]

It is such a beautiful movie, and the special effects, acting, music and storyline is quite unique!

[@wstine79]

"LEE-LOO DALLAS! MULTI-PASS!"

[@owie4070]

👍👍

[@jameswestgate416]

Badaboom big badaboom

She knows it’s a multipass!!

[@danielbloomquist9810]

Yeah, she KNOWS IT'S A MULTI-PASS!!!

[@lohphat]

MOOLTY PASS!

[@carljohnson3434]

Shame about Bruce Willis' health, but he will forever be immortalized in his films. Quite saddening to see a legend go like this. It will be a very difficult decade for him and those around him until his time comes. Wish him the best.

[@skilz8098]

I met his parents when I was a young adult back in the late 90s early 2000s. They were members of the Penns Grove Moose Lodge in Penns Grove, N.J. his hometown. They were such lovely and wonderful people. I'm from Pennsville, N.J. which is only about 2-3 miles south of there. I never met Bruce himself yet I knew about a dozen people who were a good 10-15 years older than me that knew him and some of them even went to school with him. The one thing that was consistent from their testimonies is that he was always considered the "Class Clown". Yes, it is a shame for what has happened to his health. His acting talent either it being action, comedy or even a twist of both along with many of his one-liners are definitely a once in a generation or even once in a lifetime treasure.

[@skilz8098]

This is an overview Google Map shot of what was his parents house: www.google.com/maps/@39.7324411,-75.4727553,51a,35y,220.14h,45.07t/data=!3m1!1e3!5m1!1e4?authuser=0&entry=ttu

[@patrickvanrinsvelt4466]

Yeah, watched Pulp Fiction again the other day and felt a bit sad knowing we won't see performances like this from him again. Although the scene with Thurman and Travolta talking in the car at Jack Rabbit Slims is over of my favorites.

[@kasession]

AMEN!!! 🙏🏿

[@danhextor7436]

He is and remains the pinnacle of how a New Yorker USED to be. (Sure, I'm biased, raised there too....)

[@robestey5628]

An ABSOLUTE classic. A great rainy day movie you rewatch and rewatch. Watch it at least 3-4 times a year. Love it - thank you.

[@ryanciantar]

Saw this as a younger teen when it first came out in 97, fell in love with it then and to this day still one of my favorite movies of all time.

[@TysyTube]

i love this movie, watched over 10 times

[@Loki.Lyesmyth]

I watch it whenever its on and love the movie. My friends and I quote it a lot. "Chickan.. Goood!" "Mul-tee-pass"

[@sawyermade5469]

Those are rookie numbers :)

[@tollav]

@@sawyermade5469 HAHA i came here to reply just that.

[@SilvaFox]

Lol if you know how many times you've watched it, you haven't watched it enough. I owned it on VHS tape and wore it the heck out haha. Watched it multiple times a week all through high-school and had the biggest crush on Milla Jovovich and even today know nearly every word in the entire movie. Probably my all time favorite movie. Honestly it's sad that valerian didn't do nearly as good. Different times I guess I loved it too tho but oh well.

[@Loki.Lyesmyth]

@@SilvaFox Shawshank and fight club may be the only movies I’ve watched more and I have no clue how many hundred times I’ve watched them lol Same, had them on tape and dvd and never left the tv stand.

[@WwZa7]

This is probably the only movie, where every single actor deserved an oscar for their play. Every single one fit their role perfectly, even side actors acted with such believable energy like they fully became their characters when on set. Every character's personality was different, and comedically exagerrated, and the actors fully delivered.

[@Whannyd]

Gimmie theeee caaaash

[@leslielandberg-wb9se]

I think they give Oscars for casting, as well, and it deserved one!

[@noise5555]

They could have done better with the president.

[@dontbeasadsoulja]

@WwZa7 You spittin' facts, mate.

[@dontbeasadsoulja]

@@noise5555Absolutely nope.

[@MrDavidlfields]

Luc Besson is a film genius. Love most of his work. This was an excellent example of his great work.

[@TechTranslate-wb8yq]

👍Thank you for making this video. I watched the 5th Element in 1997 in the cinema (I am already 49, man I am old ...). From all science fiction movies I watched, this one was one of the most memorabel ones. I remember the positive atmosphere in the cinema, every one was impressed, the audience was in awe, cheered, laughed and reacted to every scene on screen. After the movie ended, everyone smiled on the way out. 😄

[@krisiluttinen]

Haziz, LIGHTS!!!!

[@drumstick74]

I'm also 49, and that's not old, man!😅 Just...experienced! 🤓 I agree, it is such a feelgood sci fi film, and still one of my favorite movies.

[@TechTranslate-wb8yq]

Thank you, you saved my day!@@drumstick74

[@lonellfletcher]

I can't believe this wasn't nominated for its effects, costumes, makeup, or sets. Like WTH?!!!!

[@titusmccarthy]

It had two nominations however. 1998 Nominee Oscar Best Effects, Sound Effects Editing As well as two Razzie nominations. Worst Supporting Actress Milla Jovovich Worst New Star Chris Tucker

[@jr2904]

​@@titusmccarthy that's weird, because Tucker was in Friday before this

[@ThadMiller1]

@@jr2904 Friday wasnt a big budget movie (3.5mio.$)

[@MitchellJames_Snowl]

The Fifth Element was the first movie my wife and I watched together 19 years ago on our second date. Since then when ever we see the movie playing while flipping through channels we just always keep it on to either watch it or just background noise. We have literally watched it well over 50 times and it never gets old.

[@stephanematis]

My friends and I quote this movie ever since we saw it in the theaters. Besson somehow made it viral with simple humor, displaying how much the actors enjoyed making it and taking the audience into the fold as witness. Such a bright spot.

[@jochemr.a.bakker8048]

Every time i microwave a meal with chicken in it...."Chicken. Good!"

[@JgHaverty]

When I was in the navy (I feel like they still use it or something similar) your id was a "CAC card" and youd have to scan it into keyboards to do certain things. I was in a room full of people (various ages, Im not that old, Im not that young; everyone around me was my age or older); and I had to sign in and everyone was watching me. I Grab my card and fumble it "Leelu Dallas, Multi-pass" and stare. And everyone in the room just ... man no one got it haha. Im not even ashamed, I remember being so irritated that out of a room full of like 30 people, not a single person got it lol. Oh well.

[@TorMax9]

This is what a movie should be: take us out of ourselves, out of the mundane, out of this world on a wild ride. Colorful, a beautiful pace of action, beautiful cinematography. Outstanding, original soundtrack, humor, quirky. And a great message: love, the fifth element, without which the other four elements would have no value. 11 out of 10.

[@stuartmunro2474]

I actually think this is Bruce Willis's best role - it's a wild ride and he has to hustle in spite of his character's combat skills. And the universe seems very Moebius to me. The art shines through too.

[@bricknmotor]

2nd best. Tears of the sun is his best. 😁

[@gagslovedotcom]

Nice play on words! This movie had *so* much of Jean Girard "Moebius" influence in it.

[@sandal_thong8631]

_Die Hard_ is the movie worth seeing almost every year (at Christmas). He may have done some other good ones like _12 Monkeys_ but I don't want to see them every year or two.

[@tennilletobin7823]

Me too. Tho I did love Hudson hawk too… apparently I like a “flop” These are two of my favourite movies of all time lol

[@maudefindlay3949]

Nah .. The Last Boy Scout was for sure Bruce's best movie.

[@aejaygriffin4785]

I broke my VHS copy of this movie from watching it too much. This film, 2001 and Starship Troopers is what began a lifelong love of sci-fi

[@jameswestgate416]

Starship Troopers and this in the same year made 1997 great!

[@nickgavis0305]

I broke my copy of ace Ventura as well lmao. I loved that movie

[@Will-dn9dq]

Lme guess snapped at scene before Milla was bandaged 😂😂

[@Imozart0341I]

@@nickgavis0305 Now that I’ve watched Ace Ventura again as an adult in my 40’s I’m shocked they showed that movie to us as children in catholic school. Had no idea the lady was giving Ace mouth hugs when she dropped to her knees or that he fucked a tranny.

[@Therav1]

put your hand on that wall

[@jimboslice69420]

im 30 and this movie holds a very special place in my heart. thanks for putting into words the way ive always felt about it

[@user-dj2ci1kp8d]

In Australia the tv station SBS plays it 5 times back to back on the 5 of May. I really love this movie, it's combination of storyline, cast costumes and music makes it an outstanding example of its genre.

[@AmikaofMan]

My daughter and I watched this many many years ago. Whenever one of us sees that it's on TV we will call the other and say, OUR FAVORITE MOVIE IS ON, and the other knows instantly which movie it is. There are many great movies I've seen in my 57 years but this one has a special place in my heart because when I think of it or see it, I automatically think of my little baby girl, now all grown up with her own little baby girls now.

[@dronespace]

❤

[@leapetsweselwe1613]

Woow!! Very adorable. I also love this movie. cant get enough of it.

[@SMarkGee]

ha! similar age to you but i think i need to expose my 13yo to the film for the first time. I'm gradually working on getting her into (proper) scifi but it's a hard task!

[@gabrielmaroto18]

I remember the entire family sitting around watching this movie when it premiered on HBO

[@derern]

I basically never rewatch movies but The Fifth Element is up there with Groundhog Day for a screening at least once a year. And it has aged so damn well. I wish Bruce all the best. He will forever be remembered for his iconic roles.

[@tommyskold7354]

Lol, that is funny. The Fifth Element and Groundhog Day are 2 of my favorites as well with multiple rewatches. I usually also place V For Vendetta in the same league. Something about these films just make them awesome

[@tedo3332]

You don't live in Woodstock IL then... Ugh... Groundhog day...

[@andreasoberg2021]

You Sir clearly has flawless taste :)

[@HouseofTaint]

Easily my favorite scifi movie. So many great lines and funny scenes, so much fun with the genre. "Negative, I'm a meat popsicle."

[@MrMexijorge]

The fifth element and the mummy (1999) are movies i can see over and over and never get bored.

[@lizd.8655]

This movie has a special place in my heart! My first job was at AMC in the summer of 1997 and this was the first free movie I saw. I bought the soundtrack and my sister performed as the diva during a school recital

[@razoraz]

I think the years 97-00 were the best ones of our lives, by far. Films as good as this one were a big part of that legacy.

[@NuttsnBolts]

I went to a 25 years re-screening and it was an amazing experience. We had people screaming when Ruby showed up, an all out applause after the opera scene, and just genuine fun.

[@GuacPapi]

Damn I had tickets to one last summer but I had to work 😭

[@nigeljames6017]

The opera was a true work of art. The music, the dance and Lola fighting to keep the stones safe. The C.G.I. was great for its day as well.

[@milo8425]

I love Ruby because I'm just a freakishly huge Chris Tucker fan, but in 2023 I have a feeling they were screaming for less interesting reasons.

[@madadhdbrain]

Sounds very Rocky Horror Picture Show esque...

[@greatestytcommentator]

Yes... but "What Happened to it"....

[@randallcromer66]

Still one of my most favorites movies of all time. I've watched The Fifth Element about a hundred times by now and I hope to watch it another hundred times before I pass away from this life.

[@sairdontis386]

I wish movies were made this way. After awhile it feels like the movie takes on a life of its own. Excellent writing, acting, music, and atmosphere. 11/10

[@Alley00Cat]

If you grew up in the 90s and were a fan of sci-fi, you remember this movie like it was yesterday. The incredible special effects, over the top and campy acting, music and overall upbeat cyberpunk vision of the future really made this movie stand out. Along with The Matrix, which was released only a few years later, it turned sci-fi into the blockbuster action genre that has dominated the box office since.

[@tedebayer1]

key point, over the top campy...

[@NibblesTheNibbler]

This is my absolute favorite movie from the 90s. From the 80s, It's, hands down, Big Trouble in Little China. From the 2000s, I'm going with Constantine.

[@Staylecrate]

I can't think of a better movie that encapsulates the 90s. I just watched it again and realized that hat the guy was wearing when he tried to jack Willis has a picture of the hallway on his head so when he looked through the peephole the hallway would look empty. But they don't show that part.

[@Alley00Cat]

@@Staylecrate funny I saw it months ago and noticed that for the first time as well! Of course I missed it as a kid in the 90s 😂

[@Staylecrate]

@@Alley00Cat I love that tweaked out dude. That little dance he does just sells "future crazy". Either that or jazz hands.

[@HomeOnTheRanges]

I felt you on an emotional level when you spoke on how this film was more special to you than Star Wars and how Willis was your idol. I’m right there with you, Willis was the man the world building in the fifth element is unmatched in film

[@josephdarkhelmet9494]

I love the film. Let me just get that out of the way. Yes, it's a classic. It has it's issues, but it is ridiculously entertaining. Having said this, the 5th E. Lacks a music score like SW. The sets are on par with the 1st star wars. The interior of the death star is massive, with so much detail. And yet, they are different movies. 9 out of 10 stars.

[@HomeOnTheRanges]

@@josephdarkhelmet9494 well said!

[@MrBcummings8521]

Its a totally diff generation then the core star wars fans. Im a 80s kid who grew up in the 90s this movie I got to see as it first came out. Star wars was releasing it's remastered editions when I was this age so yah fifth element sits more at home then star wars does. Just sucks it not got a extended universe or followup sequels.

[@m_sedziwoj]

And we all know why Willis didn't play in Titanic, because he would saved it ;) BTW Aerosmith - I Don't Want to Miss a Thing is great song to weak movie, but this was funny "American components, russian components, all made in Taiwan!"

[@cytherians]

I agree. There's a kind of "futuristic John McClane" with how Willis did the role. It just works. But the whole cast... so well put together. The original Star Wars movie has always been special for me. I'll never forget those first feelings of seeing the magic Lucas conjured up. But The Fifth Element has a more compelling story and rich composition.

[@roboboro]

It is one of my favorites. I can watch it over and over and over throughout the years. It never gets old

[@aleksandramitic1062]

I was obsessed with The 5th elements. I am also a 90s kid. 25 years later and it's still one of my top 2 movies ever, together with Contact (also 1997)

[@Altmetalpunk]

This film is so good. The script was clearly written when he was young but the performances, music, set design, costume design and everything else about the production, elevated this film to be far better than it has any right to be and i absolutely love it.

[@xploration1437]

It was stolen from a different movie.

[@Munenushi]

@@xploration1437 which one?

[@yorkshirepud5340]

Also the script makes no sense, why would Zorg want to destroy the world when he is one of the most powerful people in the world.

[@NicolasdeFontenay]

@@yorkshirepud5340 And also you know. Once it's destroyed you would be kind of dead x) Though I like to assume the supreme evil had his way with Zorg. Some kind of kompromat or just the promise of an earlier death. Go figure.

[@Artholos]

It’s not much of a “cult classic” considering how incredibly successful it was from its initial release to even now. It’s just a genuine classic 🎉

[@eXeLeNeRgY]

If I remember correctly it totally flopped at the cineema. At least in Germany.

[@mombaassa]

It did well in Australia

[@mysteradio]

definitely

[@sandal_thong8631]

Looks like it did meh at the American box office, but made money worldwide, as well as with post-theatrical sales. I think it safe to say it's a successful Bruce Willis movie.

[@andronis6452]

@lifewithrob512 depends on the country. In my country i dont know a single person that didnt saw this movie. Even my parents seen it, and they watch like 1 movie every 5 years.

[@ieshadover]

I still rewatch this mover, over and over. It stands the test of time.

[@VetsrisAuguste]

In the years since the filming of the movie, the Diva Dance aria has been performed live by the unassisted human voice several times. Not only did it raise the bar for classical coloratura singing technique, it has become a standard part of the virtuoso repertoire for that voice type.

[@EnergyCenterGroup]

KZbin link?

[@norbertlauret8119]

@@EnergyCenterGroup Well, I highly doubt this has became "a standard part" in any repertoire (after all, it was written to be impossible to sing for a human being...) but if you want a video analysing some attempts you can look for a youtube channel called the charismatic voice.

[@mares3841]

💛

[@wallyman292]

Bruce and Mila checking in for their flight to Fhlosten Paradise is one of my favorite scenes in the movie! You can tell they must have had great chemistry with each other. Leeloo's pride in her "multi-pass", much to the annoyance of Corban, comes across as so natural that I wouldn't be surprised if the two had just ad-libbed that whole scene!

[@mortenjorck]

Good writing, taken to the next level by perfectly-cast actors. Sadly contrast to the later Valerian, where decent writing, perhaps even nearly as good writing, just falls flat due to casting that simply doesn’t capture the same level of chemistry. But yeah, Willis and Jovovich truly shine as the heart of The Fifth Element. Their performances make a cult classic a bona fide classic.

[@ecoffey71]

Had great chemistery?you realize they were acting right?

[@wallyman292]

@@ecoffey71don't watch many movies, I take?

[@babeshake]

muuuuuuulti pass!

[@gunsforevery1]

@@ecoffey71 chemistry doesn’t always equate to “sex” or “love”. What Wally is saying is that when not filming they probably got along with each other really well and enjoyed working together. That relationship lead to them looking great when on camera.

[@Amelia.A.T.]

I saw this in the theater when it came out. I LOVED it and still do. It really is endlessly rewatchable, as someone else said. The details, costumes, characters, sets, everything. The cast was fantastic, not a bad one in the lot. I think I'm going to have to watch it again very soon!

[@alman6581]

Best casting ever. Costumes, Visuals, Music, Story..............near perfect

[@minirock000]

in theatre

[@Amelia.A.T.]

@@minirock000 I'm not Canadian. Ergo, I use the US dictionary in Swype. Pardon me if the world doesn't conform to your perspective.

[@sandal_thong8631]

They lucked out with international audiences. It could easily have been a bomb at a cost of $90M. Hiring Bruce Willis and Chris Tucker, known actors, may have put butts in seats. Boy was _Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets_ a stinker; that could have used some good actors with presence and rapport.

[@enriquedossantos3283]

not to sure about the villain, gary oldman seems like a weird choice for such a ridiculous useless character, and is not oldmans fault he can act circles around everyone else in this movie of that much im sure, is just a forgetable villain

[@FallingToPrevail]

By far my favorite movie, watched it as a kid, watched it as a teen, watched it as a young adult, now sharing it with my kids as a father. I have seen this movie 100+ times and never gets old. I love it.

[@nicholasdrayden9120]

Such an amazing movie! I remember ditching school I had to see it. We need more movies like this.

[@theshadowman1398]

Brilliant movie. Endlessly re-watchable

[@claymathewselevator8121]

Love it

[@Jaysin412]

I watch it at least once a month. Absolutely my #1 movie of all time

[@mikeparker7631]

I assume you mean it will take you infinite attemtps to get through it to the end?

[@_Luluko_]

That movie has it all, great cast with a real beauty, funny dialogue, great music, dumb action you havent really seen before. And its timeless like the Mummy.

[@jeffrey997]

Ok Stefon

[@RetroidsMusic]

One thing i love about this movie is even tho ive seen it 100 times, i still always notice something new, there are HEAPS of small little details to notice in everything, its great. Wish more movies existed like this.

[@garnster]

by far my all time fav movie. Always a pleasure that watch it again over the years. Never got old.

[@makatron]

I rewatch this film every year, it's fun and action packed. The production design still holds up almost 3 decades later.

[@alienlife7754]

I am surprised the studio didn’t hire some B level actor to replace Willis and make a bunch of sequels. Lol. Gary Oldman was awesome in this movie too. Even though he really didn’t want to do it. Lol.

[@makatron]

@@alienlife7754 Luc Besson never really wanted a sequel and the studio couldn't force him to. Which was a win so they didn't dilute the awesomeness.

[@lray801]

Great video honoring a great movie. A fun fact that I'm kind of surprised you didn't mention: the explosion at the hotel was, at the time, the largest explosion ever filmed on a set. It actually got out of control and they had to evacuate the stage while firefighters put out the fire. I absolutely love Chris Tucker's role in here, and I think it's greatly underrated. I think my favorite part are the quips that go so quick and unnoticed like when he's looking for a match and he asks the father if he smokes. I also love at the end when he freaks out when the priest's assistant yells in excitement and Chris asks what's wrong with him, and storms off. Nobody else could've done that role justice.

[@BEdwardStover]

Prince would have been good in the role. All the sexy stuff is Prince incarnate. But he could never do the high energy over the top like Chris Tucker. Those parts were practically made for Chris Tucker. He is a highlight in a film full of highlights.

[@PS-zw4yc]

Naw he was hilarious

[@richardmh1987]

Ruby Rodd Character was supposed to be over the top annoying to contrast Korben Dallas, and yes, sometimes it is, but even then Chris Tucker just makes the character to work so well that even as annoying as it is the guy is hillarious and works perfectly to the core story.

[@karlkarlsson9126]

I didn't like Chris Tucker's character either, screaming too much and his high pitched voice in combination with being feminine, just extremely annoying and off putting, but thankfully they didn't use him that much. Chris Tucker is an amazing actor though and was much better in Rush Hour.

[@raijin7707]

Right, every character was so unique, this story was told so well and I just couldn't pick a favorite because this movie was just too great! It would be nice if we could get back to great movies like this again.

[@youtubasoarus]

Saw this in theaters as a kid, still one of my favorites. Watched it dozens of times. 👍

[@David-cz9ej]

I totally missed this movie as a kid and just watched it in Cinema (my local theater has a "Best Movies of all time" slot once a month right now). It was a wild nostalgia ride. Loved it! :)

[@Bevzthejcs]

I love this movie, it's one of those rare events where everyone involved just seemed to have been on their A game and did their best work. It was a perfect storm, everything just clicked and the movie is just a beautiful, fun ride from beginning to end. I also fell completely in love with LeeLoo 🤣

[@DovahVokuna]

Didn't she marry the director of the film?

[@paulmichaelfreedman8334]

And guess what....Besson walked away from this movie with Jovovich as his fiancee.

[@hman2912]

Agreed

[@Kurt1969]

I didn't watch it until about ten or so years after it came out. Years later it's one of my favorite movies. Perfect storm is right. Including the soundtrack. Absolutely perfect for the film. This is truly a fun ride!

[@paulmichaelfreedman8334]

@@Kurt1969 I first saw 5th element when someone gave me a DIVx CD with the movie on it, this was in 2000.

[@michaelboys2602]

I love this film. Absolutely love it. I cannot imagine anyone else playing Ruby Rod. Chris Tucker just nailed it in every single way.

[@roncoleman1859]

I hadn't thought of this but surpisingly I agree. I've always loved this movie from the first time I saw it in theaters. I still watch it almost anytime it's on cable.

[@niko7903]

I've always loved Luc Besson's films, and The Fifth Element has been one of my all-time favorites. 1997 was such a great time to be a teen, I miss going to the movie theater with friends, though it's sure nice to sit 4 feet away from a massive 4k TV with a surround system nowadays.

[@cr10001]

Was never a fan of Bruce Willis - until this movie. He did great. And who could fail to fall in love with Leeloo. And I have to say Gary Oldman had a distinctive buttoned-down delivery that made him a fascinating villain. This is now one of my favourite movies.

[@edwardfunk2605]

There are people who think "Die Hard" is a Christmas movie. Everybody else is wrong. 😉

[@gonnahavemesomefun]

"buttoned-down delivery" never has there been a more accurate description 💓💓

[@tupacalypse88]

Gary Old Man and Chris Tucker were awesome in this

[@alheno5423]

I am not a person who likes to watch movies over and over but I. have watched the 5th element so many times I can't count. Its just so great and so prescient! Its a movie that actually get better with age. Chris tucker's gender bending character is spot on in todays identity obsessed culture, too! Mila and Bruce are just pitch perfect throughout and the comedic tone, special effects, pacing... everything is just perfect. I may watch it again today just because... I actually enjoy it more each time somehow. Almost every week when I am endlessly scrolling trying to figure out what to watch I think... well I could always rewatch the 5th element, lol!

[@tedo3332]

Did you see Valerian yet? I really enjoyed it.

[@agnidas5816]

See... now men are not allowed to be feminine or metrosexual without being called a tranny, woman or gay ... Y'all don't understand males ... they like dresses too. In some African tribes men still dress up ...

[@alheno5423]

@@tedo3332 No I haven't! Ill have t check it out! Thanks for the tip!

[@ThomasJJacksonVA]

One of my favorite movies. Milla is such a honey. A beautiful young woman who is willing to be completely goofy on camera...perfect...the chemistry between her and Willis is wonderful. The cameos by one star after another. And of course, the scenes with Ian Holm and Gary Oldman...wonderful.

[@mtnhighs]

My favorite movie. Like you, I seem to enjoy it more with each subsequent viewing

[@czcrossman]

Literally one of my favorite films of all time. I played the VHS so much from ages 11-13 that I had to buy the DVD lol then I bought the 20th anniversary edition when it dropped and I still have that in my collection to this day :)

[@mistertwo6113]

Thank you for this. Well done!

[@henrimatisse7481]

I watched it in the theater totally mesmerized from start to finish. A masterpiece. And I will never be be without a copy of it. All the actors completely dedicated even Gary Oldham who said he hated it. So sorry. Gary we loved it!

[@williamdiedrich3729]

Gary hated it?!? He was awesome, he stole the movie.

[@thesoundsmith]

I can understand why HE would feel that way, it is a role of increasing humiliation and over-the-top almost slapstick humor, not "great acting." But that's what makes it so funny. (That and the mini-elephant-like pet...)

[@enriquedossantos3283]

it shows, the character was a joke, even chris tucker had better writing

[@Ogg13tube]

My brother and I watched this in our hometown theater 3 or 4 times. It's the only movie I've seen that many times in a theater setting.

[@BEdwardStover]

Watching Leon The Professional, Gary Oldman was very over the top but with more serious writing. I felt that it was great practice/training for his role in The Fifth Element.

[@Tusker2zero2]

Why the movie was so amazing to me back then, was that it was so freaking over the top and so different from any other movies back then. It drew you in and kept you in the story. The pacing was perfect with another crazy thing or event happening right around the corner. May God have mercy on your soul if you had to go pee while this movie was running. You're definitely going to miss something. lol

[@ahaveland]

Thanks for doing this - Classic film, enjoyed it very much and rewatch it every few years!

[@Brian-sf6ew]

*"WTF Happened to The Fifth Element?"* *Nothing. It was AMAZING.*

[@samanthamackie1892]

This movie is very underrated, its a timeless perfect movie in my eyes

[@mondotv4216]

I love The Fifth Element. I think it's real appeal is that it never takes itself too seriously. It's fun, it's entertaining, the actors hammed it up a bit, the soundtrack is spectacular and the visual effects are good enough (great for their time). The story rollicks along, never bogging down in the back story. Milla Jovovich is amazing, innocence personified and the perfect foil for Bruce Willis's jaded hero - a surprisingly multilayered performance. I won't say it's my favourite scifi film - that would be Bladerunner but it's definitely the one I've watched the most.

[@christopheralthouse6378]

I’ve always enjoyed watching Bruce Willis ever since watching the original Die Hard trilogy…but it’s The Fifth Element that made me a Bruce Willis FAN…😅😂😁 His comic timing is impeccable, along with the truly unstoppable performance he consistently gives during the action scenes that just make him super fun to watch. The “everyman” who always seems to find himself in the oddest situations because it’s Tuesday, that’s the sort of vibe I’ve always seen with his major roles…though I do honestly give my hats off to Bruce Willis’ most unexpected performance, namely the unnamed Bounty Hunter in Gorillaz’s “Stylo” music video. Not one word was ever spoken by Mr. Willis…yet the very same mix of lighthearted fun and tough guy machismo shows forth during his action-packed pursuit of everyone’s favorite cartoon band, it makes it all extremely fun to watch! 😅😂🤣😁 Bruce Willis is a true living legend…👍🏻

[@Digitallifeconcepts]

Definitely gotta say that this is a good pitch for the fifth element. While discussing the professional, thank you for putting in Sir Gary oldman and the best line of that entire .movie. "Everyone!"

[@chickkeys]

I loved every second of this video. Used to watch this movie on repeat. Thanks for the throw back. Might watch it again. So good.

[@frey7631]

I will not give up hope that such masterpieces will be produced again one day.

[@emilianoborselli9787]

Oh gosh! Please no sequel, no prequel, no remake, no reboot. Leave it alone please! Yes JJ ABRAHAMS, I’m talking to you! 😂

[@frey7631]

@@emilianoborselli9787 Haha yes, I certainly didn't mean it that way. But yeah, you have to make that clear nowadys 😅

[@johnindigo5477]

We just have to give youth the chance

[@TheHappyBachelor]

I'm glad I'm not the only one trying to look on the bright side of the dark times in Hollywood. At some point, the art of movie making will have to turn around, right?

[@analyticalhabitrails9857]

Agreed.

[@WhatAboutZoidberg]

One of my favorite movies of all time, just everything you could want from the movie. It was also one of the first HD movies we watched and good lord, that 35mm film scales so freakin well. Luc Besosn actually took it to 11.

[@eriqborg]

It indeed has everything. The Fifth Element was a movie to introduce me to a combination of scifi-action-comedy, which became the most favorite combination for me to watch. Back to the Future, Demolition Man, Waterworld, Lockout...

[@PTCX]

This movie will always remain as one of my top 5 favorite movies no matter how many more I see. One of our TV networks here in Australia shows it regularly,mostly monthly,just watched it tonight in fact.Once a year they have a 5th Element marathon and replay it all day and night,I no complain. Good to learn a bit about the background of it,well done Ric.

[@MrBobCavanaugh]

Superb video. Thoroughly enjoyed your work.

[@BEdwardStover]

My daughter and I would watch this once a month for a couple years during the 2010s. Right after I bought it, we watched every week for a couple months. Even knowing every line, every bit of action, it was totally entertaining! It was also very fun to have another who liked it just as much to watch and enjoy it with. She was young, so I am glad they were only suggestive and never actually dirty. I'm sure the next time she watches it, it won't just be nostalgic but eye opening just how suggestive it is.

[@picomundo5500]

My husband and I as well. I know every line in the entire film. Cannot sing the Diva Part!!

[@Blazujkilo]

My dad took me to see it in the cinema when I was 8. What an experience that was. Saw it around 20 times since then❤

[@leslielandberg-wb9se]

Mila Jovovich has really proved herself as being a stellar actress, and she was trancendently beautiful in the 5th Element.

[@ElCombusto]

Thank you for making this

[@Jaysin412]

Leon: The Professional, and The Fifth Element, are two of the best movies ever put to screen, and also. Two of my favorite movies of all time. Absolute must see films. The Fifth Element tho.... thats my favorite movie ever. Absolutely my #1 movie. Not just my #1 sci fi movie

[@patrickd5274]

I've seen fifth element at least 50 times. Every time its on TV I watch it. Huge Bruce Willis fan, huge sci fi fan, this was perfect.

[@erichilton2364]

The 5th Element has been a personal favorite of mine since I first watched it in the theater and continues to be a movie that I HAVE to watch whenever I have the opportunity to do so. It truly is a classic movie and will always hold a special place in my heart.

[@don_lock]

Definitely in my list of the top 5 movies of all time! Thanks for the video!

[@LarsLinde]

I watched this in the cinema, and bought another ticket to watch it again the next day. Later that week my sister came to visit, and I told her about this amazing movie and we want to see it. So 3 times in one week... and my sister was as thrilled as I was.

[@Wallstreetavarice]

The Fifth Element is timeless. So few movies you see when you're a child hold up, but if anything, I appreciate the movie more now than I did then.

[@PREPPERINES]

Very good overview man!!! Brought me back!!!

[@gremlin60]

lost count how many times i have seen it... never get tired of it

[@sherrywallis7718]

I never get tired of this movie. It's terrific. I'd add to this list Galaxy Quest.

[@danieldaniels7571]

Hell yeah! Love Galaxy Quest!

[@coop8849]

Luv that movie it's 1 of the most brilliant comedys made soooo underrated also Tim Allen shows his leading man chops and shoulda done more drama. When he smiles and nods at the superfan gang at the end always shed a tear

[@Lefty248]

Never give up, never surrender. Full speed ahead!

[@youtubasoarus]

By Grabthars hammer, what a savings 🤣

[@pdmiller2008]

Those poor people! 😔

[@neobahamut6751]

That movie was so unique. Even today, I can't find something like it. The iconic dialog, the costumes, the music, the futuristic environment, the actors... Everything was on point. Sometime the movie went too kitschy but it's on purpose and it makes the movie funnier. The only problem of this movie was that it was released the same year than Titanic. But as today, I saw The 5th element at least 15 times but Titanic, only once. I still listen the Diva Dance but I don't listen My heart will go on.

[@nemanjaivanovic5973]

Great video! This is one of those movies in which I would not change a single thing. And I have watched it countless times.

[@hugowithme]

This is one of my favourite movies ever. It has adventure, drama, action, comedy, romance and suspense all rapped in one. Just watched it again today.

[@purplehound2420]

The Fifth Element is the best movie ever. The acting, the script, the costumes, the music, the sets and just everything is amazing. I have watched it so many times and it never gets old. If you asked me what is the must see movie of a lifetime, I'd pick this movie. Super Green.

[@wstine79]

I saw this in high school. It holds up with its hilarious characters, great special and sets.

[@user-ff7yl8ek5y]

From the day this movie came out, to today and beyond.. one of my absolute favorite, favorite movies.

[@nicolasmillet1905]

You are totally right! Good video Bro

[@georgeskinarakais9910]

One of my very favorite movies ever. especially when it came out in the nineties when we still had an imagination

[@patricksandrononn8309]

Yes, this really is a timeless classic (these days) that will never get old or boring. A masterpiece.

[@stephenfitz_]

Brilliant overview and amazing in-depth knowledge. Thanks I loved this movie, x

[@CatherineSTodd]

I love every film Luc Besson has ever made, including "The Fifth Element." And he brought opera back to the masses!

[@darrkstarg]

I love this film. It is one of those rare moments when all the planets align just right. I watch this at least once a year.

[@blizbiggy]

The Fifth Element is a classic and it's in my top 10. I went and saw the 20th anniversary showing in the theaters. So good. With Bruce Willis's health declining, it's going to hit differently next time I watch it.

[@djdarklyceum]

Same it's in my top 10. It has everything.

[@kerri_shark]

this movie is trash. bland generic sci-fi plot with bad acting (Mila Jovovich is an embarrassment, Bruce is just don't care, he basically was with a poker face all the time) and cringy dialogues. The special FX are good tho.

[@kotterpike714]

@@kerri_shark I mean that's your opinion. It's wrong, but that's your opinion.

[@kerri_shark]

​@@kotterpike714 Calm down, fangirl. Stop being hysterical and start parrying.

[@kotterpike714]

@@kerri_shark You calm your tits down. You're the one with a paragraph of bitching.

[@anthonyroom]

that chase scene with the taxi is just brilliant, and i love the music for it, classic Besson, reminds me of scenes from Taxi

[@redsmith9953]

Nice review Joblo !!!, i was very glad when i recieve an invitation in my country to see the van premiere of that movie!, and i really liked it!, and btw the"Diva Plavalaguna" song make me to like classic music which i enjoy today!. And also i enjoyed your videogame PS review of the fifth element, that was hilarious !!!, and remarks of how much effort you put in your videos !!!, cheers from Argentina!!!!

[@bv3045]

Script, crew, actors, design, cinematography, special effects. Simply a Masterpiece

[@notprochris]

No mention of Mathieu Kassovitz's small bit as the mugger is just criminal. One of my favorite small parts from any movie ever.

[@matthewdaley746]

"Please place your hands in the yellow circles!" "SMOKE YOU!" "Wrong answer!"

[@javartan]

what a genius mugger though! 😂

[@The1stDukeDroklar]

YES, he cracked me up!

[@J_Eusebio]

gimme da cash

[@Barefeet200]

Nice hat. Thank you Classic !

[@killersushi99]

*The characters, story line, costumes, music and backgrounds. ALL EPIC!! What a great film.*

[@Hillerstrumpa]

One of my absolute favourites! Seen it a bunch of times.