A scene from Flash Gordon 1980
The Emperor Ming

You want to destroy me.

Flash Gordon

It's the only way to save Earth.

The Emperor Ming

What if l granted you a kingdom?

Flash Gordon

If you what?

The Emperor Ming

Ming the Merciless, ruler of the universe, offers Flash Gordon of Earth a kingdom of Mongo, to rule over as his own.

Flash Gordon

You're crazy. Why would you do that?

The Emperor Ming

Because I've never before met your like. You're a hero, don't you see that? Who better to rule a kingdom? Your moon is very close now. Earth's end might come within hours.

Flash Gordon

You'd call off the attack?

The Emperor Ming

I could.

Flash Gordon

Everyone would be saved?

The Emperor Ming

Yes... and no. After the earthquakes and tidal waves, they won't be quite the human beings you remember. They'll be more flexible. Easier for you to rule, in the name of Ming.

Flash Gordon

You mean slaves.

The Emperor Ming

Let's say they'll be satisfied with less.

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