The year is 1912. Adèle Blanc-Sec, an intrepid young reporter, will go to any lengths to achieve her aims, including sailing to Egypt to tackle mummies of all shapes and sizes.

Meanwhile, in Paris, it’s panic stations! A 136 million-year old pterodactyl egg on a shelf in the natural history museum has mysteriously hatched, and the bird subjects the city to a reign of terror from the skies. But nothing fazes Adèle Blanc-Sec, whose adventures reveal many more extraordinary surprises…

Set in the carefree world before World War I, Adèle Blanc-Sec’s adventures see the brave young woman fearlessly battling crooks, corrupt politicians, demon worshipers and mad scientists. Legendary cartoonist Jacques Tardi’s original stories perfectly recreate the intrigue, romance and excitement of one of the most tumultuous periods in history.

Adapted and directed by Luc Besson (Arthur and the Minimoys, The Fifth Element, The Professional), Adèle’s exhilarating, funny and fabulous adventures will be one of the most eagerly anticipated releases of 2010.

2 Responses to “Luc Besson’s “Les Aventures Extraordinaires d’Adele Blanc-Sec””

1. Elizabeth Kerri Mahon Says:
   March 22nd, 2010 at 8:12 AM

   I can’t wait to see this movie. I just learned about the graphic novels and now I’m searching used bookstores for them.

2. Evangeline Holland Says:
   March 22nd, 2010 at 1:13 PM

   I am as well! I just ordered the only translated copy available through my inter-library loan.