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Summary: An absolute MASTERPIECE!
Review: It is difficult for me to rate anything as "absolute", but this movie is, for lack of a better word, flawless. . . The story has a discernable start and a realistic (if an animatronic muppet movie can be realistic) if all too soon ending. The characters are at least likeable, and most are loveable! Augre was truly one of the best put-together characters in almost any movie I've seen. . . There's something to being able to create a character to match their "character". One can definitely see the influence of Jim Henson's studios in FARSCAPE, and this is FARSCAPE'S Great Grandfather! Very Hobbit-esque. . . I'd LOVE to see the Tolkein masterpieces done in this fashion!!!
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Summary: a must see
Review: more appropriate for adults than for children, this animatronic wonder will keep you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end.
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Summary: "Absolutely Brilliant!"
Review: I love this film. It is a piece of excellent film work by Jim Henson. When I was a child I used to watch the film all the time. Still now I enjoy the film. I would recommend the film to anyone who enjoyed, Labrynth, Goonies, The Wizard of OZ and Willywonka and the Chocolate factory.
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Summary: Excelente
Review: Cuando vi esta pelicula solo tenia 7 años, ahora, a los 24, me siento muy contento de por fin tener la oportunidad de volver a verla y en formato DVD. Esta es una de esas peliculas que marco mi infancia, junto con Star Wars y Laberinto.
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Summary: Beyond film.
Review: When i think to speak of this film, i do not find words; but instead my life racing like fastforward movies of my entire existence. A mere blink of the eye between the cradle and the grave. That is the power of The Dark Crystal. A movie i have only seen once; as a child. My life has never been the same since. Words fail me when i ponder The Dark Crystal because everything about me is somehow a result of it.
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Summary: The greatest story for people of all ages
Review: This movie is a must-see! It has been one of my favorites ever since the very first time I saw it, at the age of eight. It releases a fantasy world inside you unlike any movie today is able to do. It is an absolute classic!
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Summary: A moving and highly engaging tale of darkness, evil and hope
Review: The Dark Crystal is undoubtedly the most inspiring tale of courage ever portrayed in a children's fantasy adventure. After countless viewings from childhood through to adulthood, Jim Henson's films have inspired me with his flawless mastering of the puppets. The courage of Gen and Kira in comparison to the evilness of the Skeksis keeps the interest alive throughout the film. The scenery and props are a fantastic backdrop when there is dialogue and provides a framework so realistic that the viewer feels that they are travelling with the characters.The Podlings demonstrate just how diverse in appearance the puppets can be, adding realism by nuances as well as the interesting speech. In much the same way, the Garthums embellish all that is evil and serves evil in the Skeksis. Jim Henson's portrayal of their greed, pride and vanity is a clever device in showing the viewer how divided human nature is with the Mystic's being all that is good and just. The Dark Cystal is a must for children and adults alike which can teach us all a moral lession. Most of all though, Jim Henson has created a masterpiece of cinematics which I believe will remain an all-time classic.
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Summary: Where are these kinds of movies today?
Review: Craft has all but been forgotten in today's rooty-toot filmfactory world. However, this film, which I am overjoyed to seereleased on DVD widescreen, has real "art" quality. Jim Henson, sure, but what of the brilliant and determined artists of the creature workshop? From 1977-81 they really achieved something. The conceptual design and execution belongs on a wall, and it soon will, on a shelf in my living room, next to my Kubrick collection. Overly-underappreciated.
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Summary: Fantasy gem.
Review: Director Jim Henson's truly unique style is missed with his passing, especially since films like this one have made so much impact. This film is a wonderful example of how beautiful puppeteering can be in place of computer animation. The design by Brian Froud, author and illustrator of the book "Faeries", is equally breathtaking. This film, like its sister "Labyrinth" is one of the best fantasy films to come out of the eighties.
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Summary: A Jim Henson Masterpiece
Review: This story of a young gelfling takes you to another place and time on an adventure to restore the land to its previous beauty. Jim Henson's use of all puppet or Muppets from his creature shop was outstanding. This is a film I would recommand to anyone who like a good fantasy story.
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