Science fiction legend will save every one of us on this deluxe DVD set!
FLASH GORDON — THE COMPLETE SERIES
COLLECTOR'S EDITION DVD SET
Released by BCI Eclipse / Ink & Paint
Featuring a new documentary directed and scripted by Andy Mangels, as well as commentary tracks hosted by him!
In Stores July 18, 2006.
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Flash Gordon — The Complete Series includes:
• “Blasting off with Flash Gordon!” a new Documentary by Andy Mangels — Interviews with a variety of talent involved with the original series, including the creators, producers, writers, directors, animators, historians, and others working behind the scenes.
• Three episode commentary tracks with producer Lou Scheimer, writer Tom Ruegger, writer Michael Reaves, animator Darrell McNeil, and host/moderator Andy Mangels.
• Interactive storyboard-to-clip comparison of various action sequences
• Extensive gallery of original model sheets for all main heroes and villains
• Detailed profiles of various characters (deleted creatures and artifacts)
• Trivia and fun facts
• Two collectible 4x6 exclusive Flash Gordon art cards by acclaimed comic artists Frank Cho and Gene Ha
• Easter Eggs
• DVD ROM Features—scripts, storyboards and the complete series Bible (PDF format, PC/Mac readable)
• Bonus Preview: Episode #1—“Escape from Mongo”—from the series Defenders of the Earth
REVIEWS
"This is the cheesy-but-fun Saturday morning animated series ...As enjoyable as the series itself is, it's the extras that make this package truly special. BCI and DVD producer Andy Mangels have gone to incredible lengths to gather bonus material for inclusion here...I'm thrilled to have the series on DVD, and BCI has released it with extras that wildly exceeded my paltry expectations. This set (and, frankly, just about everything else BCI is cooking up as far as animation and Saturday morning fare on DVD right now) is deserving of your attention. You definitely get your money's worth here, that's for sure."
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"Season One of “Flash Gordon” was, in a word, fantastic. If you’ve ever seen artwork from the original Alex Raymond comic strip, you’ll be in awe at how close the series came to capturing its look...The first sixteen episodes of “Flash Gordon” are among the most enjoyable action/adventure sci-fi cartoons ever made."
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"A single handsome collection...BCI seems to have understood its cult audience, as we get quite a few fan-friendly bonuses...Recommended - with a bump up to Highly so for anyone who has fond memories of Flash Gordon in any incarnation, be it Buster Crabbe or Sam Jones. The series is flawed, but it's always a delight, and with this set, BCI does our space hero proud."
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"BCI Eclipse surprises everyone with an almost exhaustive collection of Flash Gordon...an amazing job in the extras department...I've rarely seen a cartoon get this kind of treatment on DVD, and its refreshing...It's a keeper!"
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"Compared to what’s done today this Flash looks pretty tame, but it’s literally light years better than the bulk of what was being offered at the time...it does contain the entire two seasons of the series, and it’s an interesting document showing other changes Filmation was going through."
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"Repetitive tales of sci-fi derring-do with mediocre animation. For nostalgia's sake, however, the bonus documentary has some interesting tidbits... Grade C+."
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"BCI/Ink Paint did a great job with the Flash Gordon release as they have with other recent animated TV on DVD releases. If you are a fan of the show you should be very pleased with this release. The special features are plentiful."
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"I love BCI Eclipse's commitment to bringing obscure animated properties to DVD... another fantastic DVD set. This four-disc release is loaded with extra features. Grade A."
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"Proving once again that they’re the only company out there who should be doing releases of cartoon shows, BCI has managed to make a special edition worth owning of the largely mediocre animated Flash Gordon series..."
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PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 26th, 2006
NAVARRE’S BCI INKS DEAL WITH
HEARST ENTERTAINMENT FOR DISTRIBUTION OF ANIMATED TELEVISION SERIES
“FLASH GORDON”
Series Animated by Filmation, Creators of He-Man and She-Ra
Complete 24-Episode Series Available in
Four-Disc Set July 18th for $39.98
Los Angeles, CA – He’s been one of the country’s most iconic superheroes for 72 years, and now, for the first time in the U.S., Flash Gordon is heading to DVD! BCI, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Navarre Corporation, and Hearst Entertainment, proudly present “Flash Gordon—The Complete Series,” a four-disc, 24 episode boxed set available July 18th at a suggested retail price of $39.98. “Flash Gordon” is the latest title to be released from BCI’s new “Ink & Paint” brand of animated series.
"In the pantheon of science fiction heroes, Flash Gordon is one of the most famous in history," said Jeff Hayne, Director of Acquisitions. "The groundbreaking animated series by Filmation closely followed Alex Raymond's original vision, and is hailed by critics as one of the best adaptations of the legendary character ever created. We're proud to bring this excellent series to DVD, due both to its quality and the fact that adults and children can enjoy it equally. And we've loaded this complete set with special features to expand the viewing experience!"
“Flash Gordon—The Complete Series” features all 24 episodes of the 1979-1981 animated series by Filmation. The creation of Alex Raymond, the classic science fiction comic strip character debuted in 1934, and has spawned three 1930s movie serials, a 1950s live-action feature film and TV series, a 1980 feature film, starring Sam Jones, Max von Sydow and Timothy Dalton, and a 1996 animated series. George Lucas has often cited Flash Gordon as one of his main inspirations for the Star Wars films.
As with their best-selling he-Man and She-Ra releases, BCI has secured the services of prominent DVD consultant and best-selling author Andy Mangels, to provide the added collectible features. The abundance of special features in this ultimate Flash Gordon DVD set include:
• “Blasting off with Flash Gordon!”— A 20-minute documentary featuring interviews with creators and historians about Flash Gordon.
• Three episodic commentary tracks—“A Planet in Peril,” “Sir Gremlin,” and “Gremlin’s Finest Hour” — with executive producer Lou Scheimer, writer Tom Ruegger, writer Michael Reaves, animator Darrell McNeil, and host Andy Mangels.
• Interactive storyboard-to-clip comparison of various action sequences
• Extensive gallery of original model sheets for all main heroes and villains
• Detailed profiles of various characters
• Trivia and fun facts
• Two collectible 4x6 exclusive Flash Gordon art cards by acclaimed comic artists Frank Cho and Gene Ha
• Easter Eggs
• DVD ROM Features—scripts, storyboards and the complete series Bible (PDF format, PC/Mac readable)
• Bonus Preview: Episode #1—“Escape from Mongo”—from the series Defenders of the Earth
“Flash Gordon—The Complete Series” follows the adventures of the heroic Earthman Flash Gordon, who travels with the lovely Dale Arden and scientist Hans Zarkov to the distant planet of Mongo. There, they must team up with Thun, savage leader of the Lion Men, dashing Prince Barin, leader of Arboria, and Vultan, King of the Hawkmen as they battle the ruthless and evil Emperor Ming the Merciless, ruler of Mongo. Complicating matters is the alluring Princess Aura who often plays both sides against each other. On the exotic Mongo, Ming's army of robots aren't the only menace, as dinosaurs, witch women, amphibious Gillmen, rock creatures, and two-headed Tsaks also imperil the heroes!
The “Flash Gordon—The Complete Series” DVD set will launch in July at the San Diego Comic-Con, and be supported by an online and print marketing campaign, including Toyfare Magazine and Wizard Magazine. Flash Gordon will also be tagged in the national television campaign for She-Ra. In addition to PR blasts to local and national newspapers, magazines and DVD/entertainment websites, an internet viral campaign will be created to raise awareness that will include reviews, contests/giveaways and streaming video. The new Ink & Paint website will prominently feature the title and run a contest affiliated with www.tvshowsondvd.com.
About BCI
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