Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets

  • Theatrical - Wide 2017-07-21
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7/10

Synopsis

Rooted in the classic graphic novel series, Valerian and Laureline- visionary writer/director Luc Besson advances this iconic source material into a contemporary, unique and epic science fiction saga.

Valerian (Dane DeHaan) and Laureline (Cara Delevingne) are special operatives for the government of... See more the human territories charged with maintaining order throughout the universe. Valerian has more in mind than a professional relationship with his partner- blatantly chasing after her with propositions of romance. But his extensive history with women, and her traditional values, drive Laureline to continuously rebuff him.

Under directive from their Commander (Clive Owen), Valerian and Laureline embark on a mission to the breathtaking intergalactic city of Alpha, an ever-expanding metropolis comprised of thousands of different species from all four corners of the universe. Alpha’s seventeen million inhabitants have converged over time- uniting their talents, technology and resources for the betterment of all. Unfortunately, not everyone on Alpha shares in these same objectives; in fact, unseen forces are at work, placing our race in great danger.

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Review: Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets (Bumbray)

PLOT: In the 28th century, intergalactic spacel agents Valerian (Dane DeHaan) and Laureline (Cara Delevingne) uncover a plot underway at Alpha, an ever expanding metropolis consisting over a thousand separate mini-planets and dimensions. REVIEW: Comparing VALERIAN AND THE CITY OF...

Review: Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets

PLOT: When an alien race creates a possible threat to Alpha – a massive world inhabited by human and alien life – a pair of special operatives are hired to investigate. However, things may not always be what they seem in...

New Valerian poster will have you seeing blue

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New trailer tease for Valerian will get you ready for Alpha

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Luc Besson returns to epic sci-fi with the first trailer for Valerian

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Luc Besson has a great reason why people need to see Valerian

Sci-fi movies can be a tricky sell, because unless they're part of a franchise (STAR WARS) or have a more down-to-earth tone (INTERSTELLAR), they can risk being expensive box office disasters rather than mega-hits. For instance, AVATAR became the highest-grossing...

New poster and images drop for Luc Besson’s Valerian

Rooted in the classic graphic novel series, Valerian and Laureline, writer/director Luc Besson advances this iconic source material into a contemporary, unique and epic science fiction saga. Valerian (Dane DeHaan) and Laureline (Cara Delevingne) are special operatives for the government...
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