Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets

Name: Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets
Genre: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
Released: July 21, 2017
Duration: 137 min
Rating: 51
Cast: Alain Chabat, Cara Delevingne, Clive Owen, Dane DeHaan, Ethan Hawke

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Belga Films | Release Date: July 21, 2017 | PG-13

Starring: Alain Chabat, Cara Delevingne, Clive Owen, Dane DeHaan, Ethan Hawke, Herbie Hancock, Kris Wu, Rihanna, Rutger Hauer, Sam Spruell

Summary: In the 28th century, Valerian (Dane DeHaan) and Laureline (Cara Delevingne) are a team of special operatives charged with maintaining order throughout the human territories. Under assignment from the Minister of Defense, the two embark on a mission to the astonishing city of Alpha—an ever-expanding metropolis where species from all over theIn the 28th century, Valerian (Dane DeHaan) and Laureline (Cara Delevingne) are a team of special operatives charged with maintaining order throughout the human territories. Under assignment from the Minister of Defense, the two embark on a mission to the astonishing city of Alpha—an ever-expanding metropolis where species from all over the universe have converged over centuries to share knowledge, intelligence and cultures with each other. There is a mystery at the center of Alpha, a dark force which threatens the peaceful existence of the City of a Thousand Planets, and Valerian and Laureline must race to identify the marauding menace and safeguard not just Alpha, but the future of the universe.… Expand

Director: Luc Besson

Genre(s): Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Fantasy

Rating: PG-13

Runtime: 137 min

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RogerEbert.com Peter Sobczynski

Jul 20, 2017

It's a film filled with humor, charm, excitement and so many memorable images that many viewers will find themselves struggling to keep from blinking so as not to miss any of the eye-popping delights crammed into each overstuffed frame. Read full review

The Film Stage Jose Solís

Jul 18, 2017

Are there rules on how to make a space epic? If there are, Luc Besson has certainly never heard them because in Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets, he takes the genre upside down, gives it a shake and rattle, and delivers one of the most positively bonkers films of the year. Read full review

Jim Vejvoda

Jul 14, 2017

Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets showcases plenty of cool creatures and ideas for sci-fi fans to savor, but if only the movie's central characters and their relationship were as exciting and interesting as all that impressive eye candy. Read full review

Barbara VanDenburgh

Jul 20, 2017

At its best, it hits the gut with the free-fall feel of a theme-park ride. But it’s a long and winding path back to the gate, and “Valerian” loses its way many times, however beautifully. Read full review

Joe Morgenstern

Jul 20, 2017

Seldom has such a glittering wagon been hitched to such dull stars. Read full review

Will Leitch

Jul 27, 2017

Valerian wants to be weird and sexy but just won’t let itself. Read full review

Todd McCarthy

Jul 10, 2017

At no point along the way does the film provide a reason to invest your interest in any of this. Read full review

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rebcca

Jul 23, 2017

I absolutely loved this movie! The alien worlds in this movie go beyond my imagination.The animation is absolutely amazing and breathtaking. The plot is well- developed and requires the viewer to figure out the story themselves. However, it could be improved. As someone who loves scienceI absolutely loved this movie! The alien worlds in this movie go beyond my imagination.The animation is absolutely amazing and breathtaking. The plot is well- developed and requires the viewer to figure out the story themselves. However, it could be improved. As someone who loves science fiction, I have thoroughly enjoyed this movie.… Expand

18 of 35 users found this helpful1817

BatLunette

Aug 11, 2017

I loved the film. I felt like I saw The same Fifth Element, but 5 times in a row. It's overwhelming! The wide range of ideas is fantastic, I want this to become my new favourite media franchise. It already looks better then what other media franchises could give nowadays. I want the continuation.

2 of 6 users found this helpful24

Thaddeus

Dec 16, 2017

While Rhianna was horrible in this movie, Dane Dehaan, Cara Delevingne, the visual effects, and the action scenes shine in this film. Hope they make sequels to this movie.

1 of 2 users found this helpful11

Chempion1

Mar 24, 2020

Фильм мне понравился. Очень "Бессоновский" фильм! Вообще подобные фильмы мне очень нравятся.
Спецэффекты на высоте. Сюжет тоже порадовал.
И стоять бы этому фильму в одном ряду с 5м элементом, но........ Я не знаю, толи Бессон постарел, толи людей которые кастинги проводят самих на биржеФильм мне понравился. Очень "Бессоновский" фильм! Вообще подобные фильмы мне очень нравятся.
Спецэффекты на высоте. Сюжет тоже порадовал.
И стоять бы этому фильму в одном ряду с 5м элементом, но........
Я не знаю, толи Бессон постарел, толи людей которые кастинги проводят самих на бирже труда нашел? Не знаю.
Но кто подобрал двух актеров на главные роли? Это же какая то жопа! Пацан с рожей алкаша и телом 10 летнего ребенка и девчонка аля "соплёй перешибёшь" на роли супер агентов.......? Не ужели во всей франции и голливуде актеров получше не нашлось? Я конечно понимаю толерантность, равноправие, но человек который ведро с водой поднять не может на роль супер агента точно не годится. Просто не веришь тому, что на экране происходит. Когда девочка своим кулачком бьёт морду 200 килограммовому инопланетянину........ну не верю! Ладно супермен, он хоть мужик здоровый, но тут.......
И этот кастинг портит весь дух фильма, на мой взгляд. Я не знаю может сейчас на роли "по блату" берут?
А в целом, как я сказал выше, фильм очень хороший.… Expand

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eagleeyeviking

Jan 8, 2018

The visuals are eye-popping, the world inventive, and the action enthralling. The characters and acting is fine as well. It's just a pity that the story and third act doesn't hold up.

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Madmortagan68

Mar 8, 2018

What a bizarre world Hollywood has become. Valerian is imaginative, creative, beautiful, and has impressive special effects. Yet, the movie is terrible. There are so many shortcomings to this movie but greatest offense is the terrible acting and dialogue. Whatever immersion could beWhat a bizarre world Hollywood has become. Valerian is imaginative, creative, beautiful, and has impressive special effects. Yet, the movie is terrible. There are so many shortcomings to this movie but greatest offense is the terrible acting and dialogue. Whatever immersion could be gained from the special effects is quickly lost through nonsensical dialogue, poor deliveries, and characters that make no sense at all.

It seems we have made dumpster fires into an art… Expand

1 of 3 users found this helpful12

C00kie

Oct 15, 2018

this movie doesn't make sense kthx this movie doesn't make sense kthx this movie doesn't make sense kthx

0 of 2 users found this helpful02

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