When Fifth Element hit cinemas in 1997, critics didn’t quite know what to make of it.Some were put off by its over-the-top visuals and mix of slapstick comedy with serious sci-fi stakes. Others ...

On May 9, 1997, the Luc Besson-directed sci-fi actioner in U.S. theaters. By Duane Byrge On May 9, 1997, Luc Besson unveiled sci-fi actioner The Fifth Element in U.S. theaters, days after the film ...