The talented star of The Fifth Element, Milla Jovovich, has shared exciting news about a potential animated project that could see the return of her iconic character, Leeloo Dallas. This development has sparked interest among fans who have long cherished the original film and its vibrant universe.
Wow! It?s been nearly 27 years since I watched The Fifth Element a staggering nine times in theaters, making it the film I?ve seen most often on the big screen. Each year, I make it a point to revisit Luc Besson?s sci-fi masterpiece at least once. This film holds a special place in my heart and is undoubtedly one of my all-time favorites, likely landing in my Top 20, if not the Top 10. Regardless of whether you share my enthusiasm for this cinematic gem, Milla Jovovich’s recent comments about a possible animated spin-off featuring her character are certainly captivating and cannot be overlooked.
In a conversation with Comicbook.com regarding her latest project with Dave Bautista, titled In the Lost Lands, Jovovich revealed that she?s collaborating once again with the renowned director and co-writer of The Fifth Element, Luc Besson. She hinted that he might be considering ?some sort of spin-off featuring several of his iconic characters,? which has fans buzzing with anticipation.
Jovovich elaborated further, expressing her excitement: ?I think Luc is making some sort of spin-off of a bunch of his biggest characters, and Leeloo might be one of them.? She mentioned that this potential project could be ?an animated, cartoon version,? suggesting that Besson?s creative vision is still alive and well. Reflecting on her experience, she noted, ?Back in those days, people weren?t thinking about sequels; it was just about making the best movie you could possibly make. For me, Leeloo was one of the most important characters of my young life at that point. It?s what really introduced me to what being a real actor was about.?
Just imagine an animated project reminiscent of The Animatrix or Heavy Metal, with Leeloo as the central figure in an exhilarating, action-packed short film! I would absolutely lose my mind. The original The Fifth Element is a truly unique and imaginative narrative, centering around a cab driver portrayed by Bruce Willis, who becomes an essential part of a prophesied event involving the activation of a cosmic weapon. As time slips away, he gathers a group of misfits to confront looming evil forces threatening their existence. That?s a brief overview, but if you haven?t already experienced the brilliance of The Fifth Element, do yourself a favor and watch it as soon as you finish reading this article.
What do you think about Jovovich?s hints regarding an animated spin-off of The Fifth Element? Could we expect to see other beloved characters from the film in this exciting new format? My mind is racing with possibilities! Luc, if you?re out there, let?s connect. We already have a history; we met at New York City Comic-Con in 2017. How about lunch to discuss this amazing opportunity?
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