awesome movie

Rating: 9/10 (4 June 2006)

I saw this movie so long ago. I was probably in or middle school or something. I loved it when I saw it though, and even now it remains one of my top choices. One of the few movies I could watch start to finish.
It was my first encounter with the thrilling Milla Jovovich. I tell you I think she's an amazing actress! Such range. I mean if you only know her from The Fifth Element and Resident Evil you wouldn't think so, but she was also in Zoolander as Katinka and in The Messenger as Joan. Sure she doesn't really have any boobs but she's got a lot of personality, she puts a lot of strength and vulnerability to her characters. A kick a** female!
That diva song is so beautiful. Touching.
I think that this is such a cool take on the future too. The technology is far more advanced, but the people seem real, kind of gritty. It's like the characters are each unique. I like how you can see normal people trying to make their living. The cops at the McDonalds, the Chinese guy, Corban's small apartment with all the modern conveniences and extreme lack of space hehe.
Gosh I remember when Leeloo's fight scene was up for a nomination on the MTV awards. I was watching. I voted for it. I forget the others.
Bruce Willis is good. I find that in my opinion his characters are often similar, but that is my perspective. I just think of Sin City, Armageddon, and Unbreakable here. He's someone who gets stuff done. Doesn't freak out. He's the guy you call when you're in trouble. Not much for conversation, a man of few words. Calm. Hehe I liked him in Pulp Fiction too. My favorite part is where he freaks out and starts cursing "Bedside table, next to the kangaroo. i told her specifically not to forget my watch!"
Somebody get Chris Tucker (Blackie Chan) some more work!