LE DENIER COMBAT COLUMBIA TRISTAR has just released Luc Besson's debut film, "LE DERNIER COMBAT". Besson demonstrates from the start that he has always had his own cinematic style, no matter what the subject matter. Set in a post-apocalyptic period, the main character seeks other companions, as well as survival from the predatory savages out to get him. While the film is in black&white, the world he creates is every bit as impressive in scope and production design as the more expensive "ROAD WARRIOR." Also, like that film, there is a great sequence, where an airplane of sorts, is used with great cinematic power, to propel him from one setting to another. There is no real dialogue in the film, so the film is truly accessible, and the sound design, all natural, is well conceived. Upon stumbling onto an old prison, he finds friendship with a doctor and an unusual character, played by Besson favorite, Jean Reno. Reno's character isn't that different from the other characters he's played. Reno has always been a man of few words, so a dialogue-free film is no real stretch for him! COLUMBIA TRISTAR has released the film in its correct 2.35:1 aspect ratio with 16:9 enhancement. This is a slick looking image! The black & white cinematography looks sensational, with perfect contrast. There is only minimal grain. The Dolby Digital surround mix is also impressive. While it isn't remixed for 5.1 sound, the surrounds here are more frequently active than on most 5.1 mixes we've heard lately. Throughout the film, there are plenty of directional, surround effects, and the utilization of speakers adds greatly to the overall atmosphere Besson has created. COLUMBIA TRISTAR has also included several trailers, ...Joan of Arc:The Messenger, Big Blue, and Leon.