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By Botty Snyder

Updated 18 March 2023

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1980 film by Mike Hodges

Flash Gordon

Released	5 December 1980 (42 years, 3 months ago)

Director	Mike Hodges
Duration	111 minutes
Genre	action film, science fiction film, adventure film, fantasy film and comedy film
Composer	Howard Blake
Production company	Dino De Laurentiis Corporation
Country of origin	United Kingdom and United States of America
Screenwriter	Lorenzo Semple, Jr. and Alex Raymond
Producer	Dino De Laurentiis

About Flash Gordon

Flash Gordon: A Sci-Fi Classic

In 1980, director Mike Hodges brought the iconic comic strip hero Flash Gordon to the big screen in a colorful and campy sci-fi adventure. Starring Sam J. Jones as the titular hero, along with Max von Sydow as the villainous Ming the Merciless and a supporting cast that included Timothy Dalton and Brian Blessed, Flash Gordon was a visually stunning and entertaining romp through the galaxy.

The film's soundtrack, composed and performed by the legendary rock band Queen, added to the film's energy and excitement. The band's anthemic theme song, "Flash," became an instant classic and remains a beloved rock anthem to this day.

Despite mixed reviews upon its initial release, Flash Gordon has since become a cult classic and a beloved piece of sci-fi cinema. Its colorful visuals, over-the-top performances, and catchy soundtrack have earned it a place in the hearts of fans around the world.

As Rolling Stone magazine noted in their retrospective review of the film, "Flash Gordon may not be high art, but it's a damn good time at the movies." And with its enduring popularity and influence on the sci-fi genre, it's clear that Flash Gordon is a film that will continue to entertain and inspire for years to come.

References:

- Rolling Stone. "Flash Gordon: The Cult Classic That Refuses to Die." https://www.rollingstone.com/movies/movie-features/flash-gordon-the-cult-classic-that-refuses-to-die-201470/

- IMDb. "Flash Gordon (1980)." https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0080745/