Never Seen It Podcast - Episode 57 The Fifth Element (1997)

This week on Never Seen It, we’re taking a hyperspace trip back to 1997 with Luc Besson’s The Fifth Element. Joined once again by Amber Wyatt (aka that Denver girl of Millennial Matrix Media), the crew breaks down one of the most eccentric, stylish, and endlessly debated sci-fi films of the 90s.

We cover everything from:

Leeloo’s look: why Milla Jovovich’s orange-haired, bandage-suited heroine remains an icon of sci-fi fashion.

Comedy done right: how the film’s visual humor and surreal tone outclass modern superhero quip-fests.

Futuristic promises we never got: where are our flying cars, pneumatic tubes, and Jetsons-style upgrades?

Casting surprises: from Bruce Willis and Gary Oldman to Chris Tucker’s unforgettable Ruby Rhod—and even a cameo connection to Björk’s ex, Tricky.

Behind-the-scenes magic: miniature cityscapes, Jean-Paul Gaultier’s legendary costumes, and the made-up language Jovovich helped create.

Villain talk: why Zorg never actually meets Korben Dallas, and what that says about evil as an abstract, political force.

Themes of love and power: Leeloo’s role as more than a love interest, Zorg’s greed as a metaphor for corporate corruption, and the parallels to other “stone-seeking” villains like Thanos and Doctor Doom.

Of course, we veer off into personal stories (Comic-Con antics, wild Coachella parties, and kettle-corn-induced sugar crashes) because that’s what we do. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a first-time watcher, this episode is packed with laughs, insights, and a reminder of why The Fifth Element remains unlike anything else.

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