This weekend I deconstructed the Star Trek movie with my buddies at the Liberty States Fiction Writers. A fun time was had by all as we watched the new version and discussed the various series with which some of us had grown up.
Feeling nostalgic, it made me recollect my earliest sci fi series – Flash Gordon as portrayed by Buster Crabbe. Buster would go on and play Tarzan in one movie and then another nameless jungle man in various other movies (which I also loved!). Buster also played Buck Rogers, another of my favorites.
Buster was a talented swimmer who won both a Bronze and Gold medal at the Olympics (in 1928 and 1932 respectively).
He starred in hundreds of movies and television shows throughout his life and when his career started to wane, he became a representative for a New Jersey pool company.
If you want to check out the Flash Gordon series for yourself, the earlier Flash Gordon shows and movies are available in DVD format.
Hi Caridad!
I just stumbled across your excerpt on writing.com, about a vampire who is after Santa! Funny idea! 😆 It was very well written. After I wrote a review, I noticed that you hadn’t been on the site in two years. Since I found the Harlequin book you published in, I looked you up on the net just to write you an encouraging letter.
I was stunned to see how well you’re doing and you certainly don’t need my encouragement. You have become what all authors dream to be.
I’ve only been on the site for a year and have published 8 short stories. I’m working on a novel and two novellas. I wish for only half of your success.
You’re a marvelous writer and I hope that you get everything you dream of.
Best regards,
Laura
PS I tried to send this through your website, but it refused to give me a verification despite me putting in the correct code several times. You may want to check the site; I think it’s malfunctioning.