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Flash Gordon (1980)
Released By: MCA Universal Home Video   Rating: PG   In Theaters: N/A
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Studio: MCA Universal Home Video
Genre: Sci-Fi
MPAA Rating: PG
Director: Mike Hodges
Language: English
Official Website: N/A
Theatrical Release: N/A
Home Video Release: N/A
Cast: Max Von Sydow, Melody Anderson, Ornella Muti, Sam Jones, Timothy Dalton, Topol
Published ID: 2575
UPC: 014381463026, 025193298324,
Plot: Heroic earthling Flash Gordon saves the world from the nefarious Ming the Merciless in this lavish, intentionally campy adaptation of the famous sci-fi comic strip. The story is as basic as space operas get: Ming (Max von Sydow) has developed a plan to destroy the Earth, and Flash (Sam J. Jones) and his attractive companion, Dale Arden (Melody Anderson), are called upon to stop him. Along the way, Flash must battle Ming's goons and the temptations of a luscious space princess. Previously the basis for a more straight-faced 1930s adventure serial, Flash's story is mined here for exaggerated, cartoon humor by screenwriter Lorenzo Semple Jr., a central figure in the similarly campy '60s Batman television series. The simplistic plot mainly serves as an excuse for spectacular sets and cartoonish action sequences, all set to an appropriately over-the-top rock score by Queen. Certainly not a film to turn to for serious excitement, fine performances, or character development, Flash Gordon has nevertheless developed an appreciative cult of fans who admire the film's humorous approach and the detailed, colorful production design. ~ Judd Blaise, All Movie Guide
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Cheesy Goodness!
Added 11/19/2009

Flash Gordon Saviour of the Universe is just a great load of cheesy good fun. It's not really for young kids because there's too much almost-sex in it, but for adults, it's just fun and goofy. I mean, the Hawk Men, with Brian Blessed as Voltan? Classic and hilarious.

Topol as Dr. Hans Zarkov is the reason I bought the movie, and I wasn't disappointed in his performance at all.

I highly recommend it to all with a heart for silliness and fun!

Beware of the sound track. You'll be singing "FLASH! AAAAAAAAHHHHH!" in the shower without even trying.

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Playing Space
Added 10/23/2009

Rather homoerotic story of good guys saving a life from a bad guy of the outer space, is a funny picture providing an introduction of torture and S&M actions.

Actually clever and funny sci-fi is made well on merits of cinema of the seventieth.

It is something between Meet the Spartans and Star Wars.

Not much The Queen's sharm music at all.

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flashgordon
Added 9/22/2009

this movie is one of my favorite of the 80s. ditally remastered pictureand 5.1 surround sound and the unforgettable musical score by queen.bursting with spectacular thrills and colorful dialogue, this special edition dvd features never before seen bonus materials.flash gordon: he's a miracle!with sam j. jones, melody anderson, ornella muti, max von sydow etc etc. is a great movie to enjoy.
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Great Classic
Added 8/29/2009

Flash Gordon is a great classic movie... and the music is great. Definitely a good flick to watch with a big bowl of pop corn and a soda... so quarky sometimes it's funny... but its most entertaining!
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Flash
Added 8/28/2009

This was great!!!! I used to watch this movie as a kid, and it was hysterical to see it again now as an adult. Now I have my 4 and 2 year old kids into it!!! Quality was fine (it's an old movie anyway so you can't expect much from special effects).
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Cheesy Goodness!
Added 11/19/2009

Flash Gordon Saviour of the Universe is just a great load of cheesy good fun. It's not really for young kids because there's too much almost-sex in it, but for adults, it's just fun and goofy. I mean, the Hawk Men, with Brian Blessed as Voltan? Classic and hilarious.

Topol as Dr. Hans Zarkov is the reason I bought the movie, and I wasn't disappointed in his performance at all.

I highly recommend it to all with a heart for silliness and fun!

Beware of the sound track. You'll be singing "FLASH! AAAAAAAAHHHHH!" in the shower without even trying.

0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
Playing Space
Added 10/23/2009

Rather homoerotic story of good guys saving a life from a bad guy of the outer space, is a funny picture providing an introduction of torture and S&M actions.

Actually clever and funny sci-fi is made well on merits of cinema of the seventieth.

It is something between Meet the Spartans and Star Wars.

Not much The Queen's sharm music at all.

0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
flashgordon
Added 9/22/2009

this movie is one of my favorite of the 80s. ditally remastered pictureand 5.1 surround sound and the unforgettable musical score by queen.bursting with spectacular thrills and colorful dialogue, this special edition dvd features never before seen bonus materials.flash gordon: he's a miracle!with sam j. jones, melody anderson, ornella muti, max von sydow etc etc. is a great movie to enjoy.
0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
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