Richard O'Brien certainly would - but we're not picking the obvious choice tonight - no, we're going with this one...
I have always liked this bright, flashy, and knowingly campy version of the classic serial hero - right from my first viewing in the theater when it was first released.
The leads look good, and the supporting cast is terrific - including Timothy Dalton seven years before he got his licence to kill - and they're surrounded by a big budget production utilizing designs inspired by the 1930's serials. Add in a fun score from Queen - and you've got an evening's entertainment.
I have a special edition DVD standing by to spin - and we could be cheering Flash on anytime - even tonight - if you're not too pathetic an Earthling to come on over...
Until next post, you Can Poke Me With A Pathetic Earthling, Cause I Am Outta Here!
A great piece of ´cinematic comics´...very visually influenced by Mario Bava´s films in its look.
ReplyDeleteI did not realize Bava had been an influence - but considering the film's Italian pedigree - starting with produced Dino de Laurentiis - that makes sense. Thanks for coming by and commenting, Marco!
DeleteI really need to get on this one - it seems to have quite a cult following.
ReplyDeleteI'll be interested to see what you think!
DeleteI'm with you on this one Craig. FLASH GORDON knows exactly what is (and what it wants to be) and does an excellent job dong it - and the Queen score is perfect.
ReplyDeleteIt's the kind of movie that epitomizes the word "fun!"
DeleteHola Craig Edwards!! Quería comunicarle que mi sitio RetroCinema in Spectrum-X ha cambiado de lugar.
ReplyDeleteAhora nos encontramos en http://abraxaspictures-trashcinema.blogspot.com.es/
Un Saludo y estamos en contacto...
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DeleteI couldn't agree more that Flash is campy but fun and Queen's score is brilliant. Way to go making such a fun article, and hope you have a super Monday buddy!
ReplyDeleteThank you man - it was a good Monday - off work and wrapping up an anniversary weekend mystery touring my Mrs. around. Hope yours was fantastic as well!
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