Milla Jovovich’s Fifth Element examined at Planet 46

As part of Milla Jovovich Week at Planet 46, I’ve taken a look at her role in the 1997 sci-fi film “The Fifth Element.”

As “The Fifth Element” begins, a professor uncovers an archaeological relic in 1914.  It almost seems as if the viewer is about to begin an Indiana Jones-style action-adventure, perhaps starring the professor’s assistant, played by Luke Perry.

But within a few moments, the tables have turned, and 1914 is just a piece that puts the plot in motion, as a great evil is scheduled to return to planet Earth some 300 years hence.   Earth’s only protection appears to be a fifth element, held by an alien race, that can overcome a great evil when wielded properly.

After a leading role in 1991′s “Return to the Blue Lagoon” and a small role in Richard Linklater’s “Dazed and Confused,” Milla Jovovich had a comeback role in 1997 with the Fifth Element, playing Leeloo, a perfect being who is rescued from police by cab driver Korben Dallas, played by Bruce Willis.

Click here for the full article. Jovovich’s “Resident Evil: Afterlife” opens on Friday.

- Matt Price