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Flashdance

5.00

Fair

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description Flashdance Overview

Flashdance centers on Alex Owens, a Pittsburgh steel mill worker and aspiring ballerina portrayed by Jennifer Beals. The film depicts her dual life balancing demanding dance training with her employment at the mill alongside her boyfriend, the mill’s owner. It explores themes of ambition and working-class experience through dance and industrial settings.

info Flashdance Specifications

Country	United States
Year	1983

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What is Flashdance?

Flashdance centers on Alex Owens, a Pittsburgh steel mill worker and aspiring ballerina portrayed by Jennifer Beals. The film depicts her dual life balancing demanding dance training with her employment at the mill alongside her boyfriend, the mill’s owner. It explores themes of ambition and working-class experience through dance and industrial settings.

How good is Flashdance?

Flashdance scores 5.00/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Romance Movie category.

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Is Flashdance worth it in 2026?

With a score of 5.00/10, Flashdance is a solid option in Romance Movie. See all Romance Movie ranked.

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