Luc Besson's early years were spent traversing the globe alongside his scuba diving instructor parents, immersing himself in an entirely aquatic environment. As a youth, he demonstrated remarkable creativity, penning early drafts of "The Big Blue" (1988) and "The Fifth Element" (1997),fueled by his boredom with school.
Initially, Luc had his heart set on becoming a marine biologist specializing in dolphins, but a diving accident at the tender age of 17 tragically rendered him unable to dive again. This life-altering event prompted him to relocate back to Paris, his birthplace, where he was forced to adapt to an urban lifestyle and television for the first time at the age of 18.
It wasn't until this pivotal moment that Luc discovered his true calling in the world of film, realizing it was a medium where he could harmoniously combine his diverse artistic interests. He began taking on odd jobs on various film sets, laying the groundwork for his future endeavors.
After spending three formative years in America, Luc returned to France and founded Les Films de Loups, his own production company, which would later undergo a name change to Les Films de Dauphins. And, in a remarkable turn of events, Luc was eventually able to dive again, a testament to his resilience and determination.
