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1983 · 95 min · R

Flashdance

Directed by Adrian Lyne · Drama, Romance

Flashdance (1983) is a Drama film, directed by Adrian Lyne set in Pittsburgh during the 1980s. It runs 95 minutes and is rated R.

Themes of love & longing run throughout.

Composer
Giorgio MoroderKeith Forsey
Cinematography
Donald Peterman
Cast
Jennifer BealsMichael NouriSunny JohnsonKyle T. HeffnerCynthia RhodesLee VingRon KarabatsosLilia Skala

The world of this film

Setting

Where
Pittsburgh
Setting
Urban
When
1980s

Premise & themes

Themes
Love & Longing
Tone
HopefulRomantic

Shape

Protagonist
Solo LeadFemale Led
Pacing
Propulsive
Based on
Pure Fiction

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