Watching Flashdance Again

BY KATE NEWBY

Yes, it has been released on DVD and if you have sky or access to it it is also being shown on one of the classic channels.
I have always idolized Alex and was surprised that many years later she remained just as great. She works in a steel mill, is sassy and independent. Dances at night time but doesn’t strip, but does it because she can’t wait to escape in the rhythms of the music. She throws rocks through windows, yells a lot when she is angry, doesn't want charity from her rich handsome boyfriend, and does not play the self-deprecating female. Has a dog, rides a bike, and is a caring friend. So, so much.
I wonder how it would be watching this movie for the first time NOW. If you were a 22 year old watching it fresh it may not carry much weight or punch. I don’t know. But, after a significant break from seeing it I am looking forward to running to the video store to start re-watching it again. Oh, and really great sound track.


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