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The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc
Film
FilmPG-131988
The Big Blue
Directed by Luc Besson
Childhood friends Jacques and Enzo share a passion for the danger of free diving. Jacques, following in the footsteps of his father, who died at sea when Jacques was a boy, harbors a remarkable ability to adjust his heart rate and breathing patterns in the water, with his vital signs more closely resembling those of dolphins than men. From TMDB
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The Big Blue is a 1988 romance adventure drama film, directed by Luc Besson, starring Rosanna Arquette, Jean-Marc Barr and Jean Reno.
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60 of 80 · most liked firstOn this day (21st December) in 1990, the Scala Cinema was showing The Big Blue and Betty Blue as a double bill. And yes I did have the posters on my wall!
positive · AI labelView post →I thought about this exchange from The Avengers a lot while watching Superman. With the My Adventures cartoon and now this movie, I'm really glad we're getting the Big Blue Boy Scout version of the character back in the forefront of media. The world is so hellish. I want a hero who gives me hope.
neutral · AI labelView post →I put up an HDTV rip of the *American* cut of one of my guilty pleasures - Luc Besson's first attempt at making an International Film - The Big Blue (1988). Get MP4 here: archive.org/details/the-...
positive · AI labelView post →The Big Blue |1988 www.imdb.com/title/tt0095250 #NowWatching #filmsky ·the rivalry between Enzo and Jacques, two childhood friends and now world-renowned free divers, becomes a beautiful and perilous journey into oneself and the unknown·
neutral · AI labelView post →Coming to 4K UHD 11/11 LUC BESSON 9-MOVIE COLLECTION (1983 – 2005) 4K UHD/BLU-RAY *LE DERNIER COMBAT *SUBWAY 4K *THE BIG BLUE 4K + DIRECTORS CUT *LA FEMME NIKITA 4K *ATLANTIS *LÉON: THE PROFESSIONAL 4K *THE FIFTH ELEMENT 4K *THE MESSENGER: THE STORY OF JOAN OF ARC 4K *ANGEL-A #FilmSky
neutral · AI labelView post →Happy #letterboxdfriday last four watched - Practical Magic 2 (2026), Ginger & Rosa (2012), Practical Magic (1998), The Big Blue (1998) @letterboxd.social #lastfourwatched #films ❤️🎬📽️🍿
neutral · AI labelView post →The Finding Nemo connection between Epcot and Disney’s Animal Kingdom… that has NOTHING to do with the movie! The Seas with Nemo and Friends, ends with the characters singing “In the Big Blue World.” But that song was written for Finding Nemo the Musical in Dinoland. It does not appear in the film.
neutral · AI labelView post →New Serge Daney translations: on late 1980s “aquatic” films - Bessons’s The Big Blue and Moretti’s Palombella Rossa. sergedaney.blogspot.com/2026/10/cine...
neutral · AI labelView post →huh Luc Besson has a Dracula flick coming out huh? I’m interested although I think he has only ever made one good movie in his long career (The Big Blue)
positive · AI labelView post →Day 3: Choose 20 films that have stayed with you or influenced you. One film per day for 20 days, and no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just .gifs. #FilmSky #Movies 🎬🎥 The Big Blue 🌊
positive · AI labelView post →Did you know that Lynne Thigpen (the Chief in WITWICSD) was also Luna in Bear and the Big Blue and before that, was the DJ in the 1979 film The Warriors?
neutral · AI labelView post →Re: #CatchThePhrase #MusicChallenge | 119 Video description (ALT text): Jean-Marc Barr as (Jacques Mayol) and Rosanna Arquette (as Johana Baker) in the French 1988 film The Big Blue, directed by Luc Besson, about two free divers. Johana says to Jacques: "We just met, a few minutes ago."
neutral · AI labelView post →Mainers (and the rest): Got to give a roundup of interesting movies around the state. Plus Superman, because we need the Big Blue Boy Scout now more than ever. @pressherald.com www.pressherald.com/2025/07/28/m...
neutral · AI labelView post →I did, and I cannot stress how happy I am to see Superman treated as the Big Blue Boy Scout instead of some "Lonely God" edgelord. I also think, that your Superman film, bookended with Brightburn, is a superb example of how your media literacy is occasionally undersold by some.
neutral · AI labelView post →On the Big Blue Train to London for the premiere of Dave Attenborough’s Oceans film, courtesy of People’s Postcode Lottery
neutral · AI labelView post →ICYMI at Cocktails and Crime, vintage and vintage-style mysteries from around the globe, a summer drink that will use up any basil you have lying around, and a weird digression into the Luc Besson movie THE BIG BLUE. vincekeenan.substack.com/p/c-and-c-97...
neutral · AI labelView post →Passing by this conversation at the Big Blue Party here, and it would be remiss if I didn't share a film by someone I expect to become a name-to-know. Now back to your regularly scheduled transmission. 366weirdmovies.com/fantasia-202...
neutral · AI labelView post →The Big Film Series! The Big Blue The Big Boss The Big Chill The Big Combo The Big Gundown The Big Heat The Big Lebowski The Big Red One The Big Sleep
neutral · AI labelView post →The Big Blue 1988 - was in a cafe, asked them what was playing. Had not even seen the movie; went and bought it.
positive · AI labelView post →The supposed "woke" stuff is just basic imperial guard/rebel forces stuff that wouldn't make anyone without an agenda even notice. I really enjoyed the film. Superman shines as the Big Blue Boy Scout.
neutral · AI labelView post →Including a CD rip of one of my personal favorite film scores i've ever heard. Éric Serra is king 👑 Le Grand Bleu / The Big Blue (1988) [Éric Serra version ~ 320kbps MP3] gofile.io/d/vt2cW0 a 2nd version was composed by Bill Conti for the US [ youtube.com/watch?v=tXjv... ] #filmscores #music
positive · AI labelView post →🎉 We’re thrilled to announce that our film 'Salmon Secrets' has won the Environmental category at the Big Blue Film Festival in Newport, Oregon. Find upcoming screenings here & info👉 clayoquotaction.org/events/salmo... #fishfarmsout #wildsalmon #natureconservation #britishcolumbia #tofino
neutral · AI labelView post →We're excited to share that our #WomenOnTheWater film has received the '2025 People's Choice Award' at the Big Blue Film Festival! hmsc.oregonstate.edu/big-blue-fil... Learn more about the film: seagrant.unh.edu/women-on-the...
neutral · AI labelView post →The movie you didn’t know you were looking for is called The Big Blue. You’ll find yourself holding your breath. A lot. It’s compelling.
positive · AI labelView post →I love Bear in the Big Blue House and The Tigger Movie SO MUCH!!!
neutral · AI labelView post →that's a film I haven't seen in a long time (assume it's The Big Blue?). My wife still very much has a massive crush on Jean-Marc Barr - or at least the 1980s version of him 😆
neutral · AI labelView post →Get ready to learn about everything from humpback whales to razor clams, because the Big Blue Film Festival is returning to Newport for its fourth year, Jan. 23-24. It will showcase 37 films that aim to educate audiences about the ocean. www.klcc.org/arts-culture...
neutral · AI labelView post →Gunn's Superman reminds me of the Justice League cartoon, All-Star Superman, the Superman that Christopher Reeves brought to the world. It remembers that Superman is "the Big Blue Boyscout" the way Batman is "the Detective". It's probably my favorite Superman movie, now.
neutral · AI labelView post →Just saw James Gunn's Superman. Turns out that in order to make a good film about the Big Blue Boy Scout, one needs to focus on the "man" and not the "super." I hope Zack Snyder sees it and takes notes.
neutral · AI labelView post →James Gunn's Superman is the interpretation of the Big Blue Boy Scout that I have been waiting for! The movie isn't perfect. It has flaws, but just like #Superman, it wears its heart on its sleeve—and that’s what makes the movie soar.
neutral · AI labelView post →Happy 66th Birthday To Luc Besson Luc Paul Maurice Besson (French: [lyk bɛsɔ̃]; Born 18 March 1959) Is A French Film Director, Screenwriter And Producer. He Directed Or Produced The Films Subway (1985), The Big Blue (1988), And La Femme Nikita (1990). Associated With The Cinéma du Look Film Movement,
neutral · AI labelView post →Theme from The Big Blue. It's my wife's ringtone. Also (critics be damned) one of our favorite movies.
positive · AI labelView post →I think he's a free diver obsessed with the ocean. Have you ever watched the movie "The Big Blue" (amazing movie sountrack too)? I think it'll be something like that maybe (minus the obsession with a dolphin). That's what I'm imagining.
neutral · AI labelView post →🐦 It’s a bird! ✈️ It’s a plane! 🦸🏻♂️ It’s our Superman Staff Picks! Can’t wait for the new SUPERMAN movie in 2025? We’ve got you covered with all the Man of Steel must-reads to get you hyped for the Big Blue Boy Scout’s epic return to the big screen! 🎬
neutral · AI labelView post →I’m too old and jaded to keep falling for it but DAMMIT I’m pumped for the new Superman movie after seeing the trailer. Hell yeah for the Big Blue Boy Scout.
neutral · AI labelView post →Movie Scene is how I would watch old Bear In The Big Blue House episodes Disney had put out on VHS, Wubbulous World of Dr. Seuss episodes on DVD, episodes of The Book of Pooh on VHS AND DVD, the 2003 Haunted Mansion movie on DVD, the Suite Life Hanna Montana crossover episodes on DVD (I think)....
neutral · AI labelView post →Happy 67th Birthday To Luc Besson Luc Paul Maurice Besson (French: [lyk bɛsɔ̃]; Born 18 March 1959) Is A French Film Director, Screenwriter And Producer. He Directed Or Produced The Films Subway (1985), The Big Blue (1988), And La Femme Nikita (1990). Associated With The Cinéma du Look Film Movement,
neutral · AI labelView post →Posting one kiss scene (14 total) from film for #ValentinesDay Rosanna Arquette & Jean Marc Barr in The Big Blue (1988) #filmsky
neutral · AI labelView post →...integrated film I've ever seen. "How tall is King Kong?" 4) The Big Blue. This movie says more about my relationship with the ocean than I can possibly express. I have had the dream the main character has, when the ocean is angry with him. "I have to go see." 5) American Astronaut. Another...
positive · AI labelView post →Luc Besson's tale of rivalry between divers, The Big Blue, is out in 4K. We look at the film and the extras www.eyeforfilm.co.uk/review/the-b... #filmsky 🎬🐬🤿
neutral · AI labelView post →The Big Blue remains a favorite movie
positive · AI labelView post →Tonight Chez O'Connell, Movie Sundays continue, 14 coming. Chinese and Beer. It's a celebration of Jean Reno, but only his French language films. The Big Blue (Le Grand Bleu) (1988) La Femme Nikita (1990) L'Enquête Corse - The Corsican Files
neutral · AI labelView post →Hey @noelm.bsky.social, I don't know if I already asked you this or not, but can Bear in the Big Blue House please return with a new theatrical movie that'll be released for its 30th anniversary in 2027? 🐻🥺
neutral · AI labelView post →The Luc Besson 9-Movie Collection (1983 – 2005) 4K UHD + Blu-ray arrives 11/11. Pre-order to come. 4K UHD+Blu-ray: SUBWAY THE BIG BLUE LA FEMME NIKITA LÉON: THE PROFESSIONAL THE FIFTH ELEMENT (1997) THE MESSENGER: THE STORY OF JOAN OF ARC Blu-ray: LE DERNIER COMBAT ATLANTIS ANGEL-A
neutral · AI labelView post →The Big Blue , Betty Blue and Three Colours trilogy are worth a whirl, if you're exploring French Film.
neutral · AI labelView post →Hey @noelm.bsky.social, do you think Disney will release a theatrical movie revival of Bear in the Big Blue House, for the show's 30th anniversary in 2027? 🤔 Just asking. 🐻
neutral · AI labelView post →I played a game which consisted in throwing a lime into the beer glass of your opponent with Eric Serra, the composer of the soundtrack of the movie "The Big Blue" in the jazz-club"Le baiser salé". We were equally bored and both thought it was a good way to spice up the night.
neutral · AI labelView post →Just got back from watching "Superman." I'm not a huge fan of the Big Blue Boy Scout, but I have to say I thought the movie was well done. The setup was terrific, the story kept some things in its pocket as late reveals, and the performances were great.
neutral · AI labelView post →Fav book… In the spirit of Crazyhorse by a Peter Mathewson Fav Movie The Big Blue Fav city Helsinki Finland My family and my dogs give me joy
neutral · AI labelView post →It changes, but right now favourite movie, The Big Blue/Le Grand Bleu www.youtube.com/watch?v=SacO...
positive · AI labelView post →The film Taken but Liam Neeson's character is played by Bear from Bear in the Big Blue House.
neutral · AI labelView post →I recommend The Big Blue. Also a Luc Besson movie.
positive · AI labelView post →I try not to get too attached to possibilities, but man… nothing about this movie would bring me more joy than it leaning *that hard* into the Big Blue Boy Scout of it all. 🤞🤞
neutral · AI labelView post →Supergirl was pretty good movie, despite the box office. A kryptonian who’s a mess a great idea and it will be fun seeing her interact with the Big Blue Boy Scout
neutral · AI labelView post →Solaris by Tarkovsky is half immaculate half meandering Dark City. Dope for the most part, kind of stumbles by the end The Big Blue is one of my fav movies, but it clearly can’t decide what type of film it is and hard to recommend to people
positive · AI labelView post →I see your underwater film and I'll raise you one The Big Blue (1988).. especially that end scene. 😢😢😢
positive · AI labelView post →I also watched New Mutants today but it would have moved 'The Big Blue' off and it was such a wild weird film 🐬 it almost felt like the three mains all had different ideas about the film they were starting in.
neutral · AI labelView post →I’d been a Luc Besson fan after seeing The Last Battle in a film room at a sci-fi con about 3am. Then in ‘88,as an avid scuba diver - The Big Blue dropped. WTAF?? Astounding vision, scope & cinematics. Literally everything he did after that was gold. Fifth Element remains one of my faves from 90s
positive · AI labelView post →RT by @JDrumUK: Dominic Black and Brady Hull have put out senior film. Breaking down what they can bring the Big Blue Wall at KSR+. 💬 Dominic Black and Brady Hull have put out senior film.Breaking down what they can bring the Big Blue... 🔁 via @jdrumuk on X
neutral · AI labelView post →🎬 The Top 4 Drama Movies Released on August 19! What's your fave? 1. The Big Blue 2. Ni tuyo, ni mía 3. One Day 4. The Hedgehog 58 #Drama movies released today: https://todayinmovies.com/genres/aug-19#drama #FilmSky
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