Teaser Trailer Revealed for VALERIAN AND THE CITY OF A THOUSAND PLANETS
The first teaser trailer for Luc Besson's sci-fi blockbuster VALERIAN AND THE CITY OF A THOUSAND PLANETS has been released.
One of the most exciting reveals was Rihanna's character in the film, which sees her performing on stage in a 1920s-inspired outfit. A first look at 'The Intruder' - the spaceship piloted by Valerian and Laureline that allows them to travel anywhere in space and time - was also shown for the first time. The film is based on classic French sci-fi graphic novel series "Valerian and Laureline" created by artist Jean-Claude Mézières and writer Pierre Christin, and stars Dane DeHaan and Cara Delevingne in its titular roles. The film is born out of director Luc Besson's ("The Fifth Element", "Lucy") passion for the "Valerian and Laureline" series, which he has loved since young. At the San Diego Comic-Con in July this year, Besson received a standing ovation from audiences after presenting first-look footage from his upcoming film.
With a budget of US$208 million, VALERIAN AND THE CITY OF A THOUSAND PLANETS is the most expensive non-US movie in cinematic history, and approximately 70% of its budget dedicated to special effects. The production has teamed up with several of the best VFX companies including Weta Digital ("Avatar", "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Hobbit" trilogies), Industrial Light & Magic ("Star Wars") and Rodeo FX, the Canadian company responsible for the visual effects on the TV series "Game of Thrones". Principal photography commenced in Paris at the studios of La Cité du Cinéma in January this year and wrapped in June. Also starring in the film are Clive Owen, Rihanna, Ethan Hawke, Herbie Hancock, Rutger Hauer and Kris Wu.
Valerian (Dane DeHaan) and Laureline (Cara Delevingne) are special operatives for the government of 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.
Virginie Besson-Silla is producing the film on behalf of EuropaCorp, while Fundamental Films, alongside BNP Paribas, Orange, Universum Film, Gulf Film, River Road Entertainment, Belga Films and TF1 Films Production are the main co-financiers of the movie.
VALERIAN AND THE CITY OF A THOUSAND PLANETS will be released on July 20, 2017 by Golden Village Pictures in Singapore. _____________
New Teaser Poster Revealed for VALERIAN
The first teaser poster for Luc Besson's sci-fi blockbuster VALERIAN AND THE CITY OF A THOUSAND PLANETS has been officially released, following its debut at New York Comic-Con over the weekend. A series of new images from the film has also been revealed. (Please see attached PDF for poster and images.)
The film is based on classic French sci-fi graphic novel series "Valerian and Laureline" created by artist Jean-Claude Mézières and writer Pierre Christin, and stars Dane DeHaan and Cara Delevingne in its titular roles. The film is born out of director Luc Besson's ("The Fifth Element", "Lucy") passion for the "Valerian and Laureline" series, which he has loved since young. At the recent San Diego Comic-Con in July, Besson received a standing ovation from audiences after presenting first-look footage from his upcoming film.
With a budget of US$208 million, VALERIAN AND THE CITY OF A THOUSAND PLANETS is the most expensive non-US movie in cinematic history, and approximately 70% of its budget dedicated to special effects. The production has teamed up with several of the best VFX companies including Weta Digital ("Avatar", "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Hobbit" trilogies), Industrial Light & Magic ("Star Wars") and Rodeo FX, the Canadian company responsible for the visual effects on the TV series "Game of Thrones". Principal photography commenced in Paris at the studios of La Cité du Cinéma in January this year and wrapped in June. Also starring in the film are Clive Owen, Rihanna, Ethan Hawke, Herbie Hancock, Rutger Hauer and Kris Wu.
Valerian (Dane DeHaan) and Laureline (Cara Delevingne) are special operatives for the government of 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.
Virginie Besson-Silla is producing the film on behalf of EuropaCorp, while Fundamental Films, alongside BNP Paribas, Orange, Universum Film, Gulf Film, River Road Entertainment, Belga Films and TF1 Films Production are the main co-financiers of the movie.
VALERIAN AND THE CITY OF A THOUSAND PLANETS will be released on July 20, 2017 by Golden Village Pictures in Singapore.
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LUC BESSON'S VALERIAN AND THE CITY OF A THOUSAND PLANETS COMMENCES PRODUCTION
Principal photography has commenced on the Luc Besson written and directed film VALERIAN AND THE CITY OF A THOUSAND PLANETS starring Dane DeHaan and Cara Delevingne, slated for release July 21, 2017. Besson based his screenplay on the French science fiction comic series “Valerian and Laureline” created by artist Jean-Claude Mézières and writer Pierre Christin. Also starring in the film is Clive Owen, Rihanna, Ethan Hawke, Herbie Hancock, Rutger Hauer and Kris Wu.
Valerian (Dane DeHaan) and Laureline (Cara Delevingne) are special operatives for the government of 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.
With a budget of US$208 million, VALERIAN AND THE CITY OF A THOUSAND PLANETS is the most expensive non-US movie in cinematic history, with approximately 70% of the budget dedicated to special effects. The production will team up with several of the best VFX companies including Weta Digital (“Avatar”, “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit” trilogies), Industrial Light & Magic (“Star Wars”) and Rodeo FX, the Canadian company responsible for the visual effects on the TV series “Game of Thrones”.
The VALERIAN project is also a social media event: for the first time, it was announced on social networks by Luc Besson himself, who created his Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts for the occasion.
Besson also launched a worldwide online costume contest on October 7, 2015 with Yahoo! Style Editor-in-Chief Joe Zee. Participants were asked to design a costume that could be worn by a human, alien, humanoid or any other intergalactic creature in one specific scene of the movie. The top 20 best costumes were selected by Luc Besson, VALERIAN costume designer Olivier Bériot and Joe Zee, with the winners receiving $1,000 each and having their designs created and worn by actors in the film.
Virginie Besson-Silla is producing the film on behalf of EuropaCorp, while Fundamental Films, alongside BNP Paribas, Orange, Universum Film, Gulf Film, River Road Entertainment, Belga Films and TF1 Films Production are the main co-financiers of the movie.
VALERIAN AND THE CITY OF A THOUSAND PLANETS began production January 5, 2016 in Paris at the studios of La Cité du Cinéma. It will be released on July 21, 2017 by Golden Village Pictures in Singapore.
