Taxi Drivers are Everywhere
Undoubtedly, a cab driver is not the most logical choice for a science fiction hero. However, everything begins to make sense when you are aware of Luc Besson’s family background.
In order to pay for his son’s attendance at art school, Besson’s father took up a second job as a taxi driver. In nearly all of Besson’s films, a taxi driver plays a prominent role as a tribute to his father and his tireless efforts in realizing his cinematic ambitions. This time, the taxi driver also serves as the main character.
