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Nu Metro\u2019s VIP cinema complex at Hyde Park Corner in Johannesburg has been confirmed as the exclusive venue for the South African Premiere Event of the epic new fantasy adventure from director Luc Besson \u2013 VALERIAN AND THE CITY OF A THOUSAND PLANETS.<\/p>\n
This event will take place on Thursday, 20 July \u2013 a day before the film\u2019s release at cinemas worldwide, including South Africa. The film is a spectacular movie event set in a universe beyond imagination.<\/p>\n
For this exclusive premiere event, the Nu Metro Hyde Park complex will be transformed into the City of a Thousand Planets. Moviegoers will be transported to the universe of the future, and meet some of the exotic intergalactic species from the film \u2013 all set within the VIP luxury of the cineplex. Nu Metro VIP includes full recliner seating in all cinemas, lounge areas and a fully-licensed bar.<\/p>\n
Tickets to this showcase event \u2013 exclusive to Nu Metro – include themed food, drinks and other entertainment surprises. D\u00e9cor and special event elements have been months in planning to give those attending the premiere a truly out-of-this-world movie experience in an immaculate cinema setting.<\/p>\n
VALERIAN AND THE CITY OF A THOUSAND PLANETS is the visually spectacular new adventure film from Luc Besson, the legendary director of THE PROFESSIONAL, THE FIFTH ELEMENT and LUCY, based on the ground-breaking comic book series which inspired a generation of artists, writers and filmmakers.<\/p>\n
In the 28th century, Valerian (Dane DeHaan) and Laureline (Cara Delevingne) are a team of special operatives charged with maintaining order throughout the human territories. Under assignment from the Minister of Defense, the two embark on a mission to the astonishing city of Alpha\u2014an ever-expanding metropolis where species from all over the universe have converged over centuries to share knowledge, intelligence and cultures with each other.\u00a0 There is a mystery at the center of Alpha, a dark force which threatens the peaceful existence of the City of a Thousand Planets, and Valerian and Laureline must race to identify the marauding menace and safeguard not just Alpha, but the future of the universe.<\/p>\n
Powered by the imagination of Besson, VALERIAN AND THE CITY OF A THOUSAND PLANETS takes audiences on an unforgettable intergalactic adventure.<\/p>\n
For more information on the Premiere Event for VALERIAN AND THE CITY OF A THOUSAND PLANETS, and to book tickets – go to numet.ro\/valerian<\/a><\/p>\n The ticket price (R175) includes access to Nu Metro\u2019s all-luxury VIP complex at Hyde Park Corner, movie ticket to see the film ahead of release, food, drinks, soda & popcorn and entrance to engage in the many worlds of VALERIAN AND THE CITY OF A THOUSAND PLANETS. A cash bar will also be available.<\/p>\n Event tickets can be bought for 3D or 2D shows of the movie.<\/p>\n