This is an original Japanese poster printed in 1980 for the first release of Flash Gordon.
Flash Gordon is a 1980 space opera film directed by Mike Hodges, based on the King Features comic strip of the same name created by Alex Raymond. The film stars Sam J. Jones, Melody Anderson, Ornella Muti, Max von Sydow and Topol, with Timothy Dalton, Mariangela Melato, Brian Blessed and Peter Wyngarde in supporting roles. The film follows star quarterback Flash Gordon (Jones) and his allies Dale Arden (Anderson) and Hans Zarkov (Topol) as they unite the warring factions of the planet Mongo against the oppression of Ming the Merciless (von Sydow), who is intent on destroying Earth.
The film is notable for its musical score by the rock band Queen, featuring orchestral sections by Howard Blake.
Critical reception during and since the film's initial release has been generally favorable, and it has since gained a significant cult following.
(Source: Wikipedia)
This poster is in excellent condition. Please refer to the imagery (both front and back) as this is the exact poster that is for sale.
It is over 44 years old!
It is not a reproduction or a reprint.
Certificate of Authenticity included.
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