Chichester Cinema at New Park
The Extraordinary Adventures of Adele Blanc-Sec
- Les Aventures Extraordinaires d'Adèle Blanc-Sec
Luc Besson's adventure set in the early part of 20th century Paris and focused on a popular novelist and adventures.
Who else could unleash a pterodactyl swooping above the boulevards of pre-First World War Paris? Set your imaginations to soar with French director Luc Besson's return to the big screen with his version of Jacques Tardi's much-loved cartoon strips and books.
Set in the carefree society of 1912, intrepid young journalist Adèle Blanc-Sec laughs at fear and is ready for anything. Which is just as well as she must face down Egyptian mummies, buck-toothed villains and a refugee from the Jurassic era in her quest to find a cure for her desperately ill sister.
This blends eye-popping fantasy with gorgeous period detail and a strong female lead in Louise Bourgoin, for her portrayal of a thoroughly French heroine full of wit and charm. Crazy, charming, whimsical and delightful. (Subtitles)
France · 2010 · Luc Besson · 107min
