Flashdance (1983)

Plot Summary

Alex aspires to become a ballet dancer and prepares to enter a dance academy, although she doesn't have the training she needs. Furthermore, she has to support herself with two very different jobs, but her boss Nick and a former dancer and mentor encourage her to pursue her dreams and believe in herself. Its impact on pop culture goes beyond its plot; it is an iconic '80s romantic drama known for its iconic soundtrack and the inclusion of music video-style dance scenes.

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Awards

Academy Awards, USA (1984)

Oscar 1984

Winner

Best Music, Original Song

Giorgio Moroder Keith Forsey Irene Cara

Oscar 1984

Nominated

Best Cinematography

Donald Peterman

Oscar 1984

Nominated

Best Film Editing

Bud S. Smith Walt Mulconery

BAFTA Awards (1984)

BAFTA Film Award 1984

Nominated

Best Sound

James E. Webb Robert Knudson Robert Glass Don Digirolamo

BAFTA Film Award 1984

Winner

Best Editing

Bud S. Smith Walt Mulconery

BAFTA Film Award 1984

Nominated

Best Original Song

Giorgio Moroder Keith Forsey Irene Cara

BAFTA Film Award 1984

Nominated

Best Score

Giorgio Moroder

Golden Globes, USA (1984)

Golden Globe 1984

Winner

Best Original Song - Motion Picture

Giorgio Moroder Keith Forsey Irene Cara

Golden Globe 1984

Winner

Best Original Score - Motion Picture

Giorgio Moroder

Golden Globe 1984

Nominated

Best Motion Picture - Comedy or Musical