Question 1

Why were planned sequels to Flash Gordon never made?

Accepted Answer

All main cast members were signed for multiple films, but the first movie didn't perform as well as expected, so sequels were canceled.

Question 2

What made Max von Sydow's costume as Ming the Merciless particularly challenging?

Accepted Answer

Max von Sydow's Ming costume weighed over 70 pounds, limiting him to standing in it for only a few minutes at a time.

Question 3

What happened with Melody Anderson's giant spider transformation scene?

Accepted Answer

For Dale's giant spider dream sequence, Anderson spent six hours getting painted green with heavy prosthetics, but director Mike Hodges rejected it as unrelated to the script.

Question 4

What humorous misunderstanding occurred when Queen was approached for the film's music?

Accepted Answer

Producer Dino De Laurentiis had never heard of Queen and allegedly asked 'Who are the Queens?' when their manager arranged a meeting about the soundtrack.

Question 5

What hair and eye color changes were made for the lead actors in Flash Gordon?

Accepted Answer

Sam J. Jones' dark hair was bleached blonde and Melody Anderson's blonde hair was dyed brown. Jones couldn't wear blue contact lenses for Flash's intended eye color.

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