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Summary: The Greatest Live-action Fantasy ever made!!!
Review: I have loved this movie ever since i was 4, it's always been one of my all time favorites ( as well as Child-hood faves) that i still enjoy watching over and over on DVD. This Jim Henson and Frank Oz created Epic is about a Gelfling ( Elf-like being) who
must return a Crystal Shard to the castle of The Dark Crystal
( a all powerful Crystal of life) that is guarded by the terrible
Giant Lizards " The Skeckis". It's a never-a-dull moment epic that will thrill you and your entire family, this DVD has everything a fan of this movie would die for including a Documentary, Lost scenes and Trailers including one to Labyrinth.
this is a must own DVD for Movie lovers everywhere!other similar movies i would suggest: Labyrinth, The Princess Bride, The Fifth Element, Heavy Metal, The Matrix, The Last Unicorn, Total Recall, and Lord of the Rings.
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Summary: A deliciously Tolkienesque fantasy
Review: "The Dark Crystal" was a Jim Henson masterpiece, a skilful marriage of technology and art, a dark, unique creative vision that I believe is superior to "Labyrinth." The characters are non-human puppets and animatronics, one reason why audiences found it hard to relate to the protagonists Jen and Kira. It has been called "a flawed masterpiece," but in my eyes it is one of the best fantasy movies ever made. I tried to read all of the Tolkien novels, but this kept my attention far longer and shared some of the same elements (good versus evil, mythical beings, power struggles between ruling clans). Still as fresh and unique as when it was released in 1982, this DVD edition features fantastic extras that enhance the viewing experience, such as a 50 minute documentary of the making of "The Dark Crystal," an isolated soundtrack (Trevor Jones' score is gorgeous...this way you get a soundtrack and a DVD at the same time (the original soundtrack is now out-of-print). There are two deleted scenes and original language working prints of the Skeksis. This is the ultimate version of the ultimate fantasy tale. Ten stars.
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Summary: So This is What The Muppets Lead Up To, eh? :)
Review: I never even saw THE DARK CRYSTAL before getting the DVD as a present. When I finally got around to viewing it a few months later, I was stunned and amazed: Jim Henson and Frank Oz didn't simply make a full-length movie starring Muppets; no, they created a whole new world in much the same way George did did with STAR WARS. Instead of sci-fi, this movie is classic fantasy, with old/wise men, innocent young hero/heroine, and reptilian-like villian characters abounding in a world that can only be described as unique and spectacular. It takes you back to a time in your youth where all you needed was a fantasy tale like this to take you away and make you dream of things greater (and more interesting) than the day-to-day existence of real life. This film captures those youthful yearnings perfectly. Never in my wildest dreams did I think that the famous Muppet team of Henson and Oz could create a whole new WORLD with their art. They suceeded marvelously at bringing us the story of the wise, peace-loving Mystics and their quest to restore balance to the world ruled by the ugly, cynical, reptilian Skeksis. The Mystics' only hope is in the orphaned Gelfling boy Jen, who is sent out to recover the final shard of the Dark Crystal, which will restore peace and balance to the world. That is the entire plot of this film, and it is all the plot it needs, because its purpose is to have us follow the boy along on his adventures, and share in what he experiences. Of course, it is also about style, and THE DARK CRYSTAL has plenty of that. I absolutely recommend purchasing this DVD for anyone ages 8 and up. Jim Henson was a genius, and so is Frank Oz. (Jim Henson produced this film, and both he and Oz co-directed it.) THE DARK CRYSTAL was made way back in 1984, and it still continues to mesmerize people today!
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Summary: By Far
Review: This movie, be it the old version from 1982, or the newer, DVD version now, is by far, the BEST fantasy movie, and musical score I have EVER seen or heard! I loved this movie since I was 5 years old. And I have ALWAYS ALWAYS wanted the soundtrack to it, but could NEVER find it. And now, there's a DVD of it WITH the soundtrack included!! Who could ask for more?? I HIGHLY HIGHLY recomend this movie, be it for your children, or for yourself. If you don't have it, BUY IT. You'll see what I mean, trust me. ;)
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Summary: Better Than Star Wars
Review: This classic film is a Henson and Oz masterpiece. They've never done me wrong and this one is one of their best. This is as visually stunning and imaginative as Star Wars but always goes a step further. The only people in this film are in costume and the majority of characters are puppets. I love Star Wars but this film is more original. BETTER THAN STAR WARS!!!!!
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Summary: Strange, dark, and unsuitable for children...
Review: I think the title sums it up. I can't believe Henson made this film. It's entirely too dark and strange for my liking. It still scares the hell out of me to this day. I can only imagine the effect it would have on a small child. If you want to watch something of this genre, whether it be by yourself or with your kids, get The Neverending Story or one of the Star Wars films. This isn't worth your time.
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Summary: I can't believe how much I still like this movie
Review: I saw this movie in the theaters when I was 11. It was a little creepy then, but I loved it. I purchased the DVD a few months ago and was just amazed at how good this movie is. It does have some gross parts in it, but my kids are young and they've watched it quite a few times, never complaining about the content. The special features are decent, but the movie alone is worth the price. You really can't go wrong with a Jim Henson production, but this is my favorite.
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Summary: This film scared the bajesus out of me
Review: Ok, granted, I was 5 when it came out. My experiences with Jim Henson at the time included The Muppet Show and Sesame Street. I had nightmares about this film for years after I first saw it. But now I love it!. It is a dark but beautiful film. The story is sweet. I wouldn't recommend it for children though. It is the classic tale of good vs. evil and how one can not truly exist witout the other. This film shows a very different side of Jim Henson's imagination. I think, if you're a collector of his films, you definitely need to own this movie. Everyone has a dark side... this is his.
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Summary: THEY DON'T MAKE THEM LIKE THIS ANYMORE
Review: Even with all the advancements in animation and special effects, very few recent movies have stirred me as deeply as this one, made in 1982. I first saw this movie at the age of five, and I give it full credit for my warped imagination and my interest in creating other worlds. It's only now that I realise how profound it's effect on me really was.
The characters are designed by the wonderful fantasy artist Brian Froud, and each seems to have a soul of it's own. The sound track is chilling, the scenery is spectacular, and the voice-over actors are perfect.
The critics who panned the script as 'shallow' were obviously not sensitive to how moving a simple, neatly-crafted story can be.
I have never seen another movie that has drawn me so completely into it's world. A few more films like this would do us all good.
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Summary: One of a Kind fantasy
Review: The Production Design, Puppetry and cinematography are all top notch, enough time has passed to be able to say they don't make them like this anymore :)
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