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Summary: the best movie ever!
Review: From the moment I saw this movie I was hooked. Jim Henson did a wonderful job directing, the writing is terrific and the actors did an excellent job. However, the best parts of this movie are the musical interludes. They were beautifully done and the music alone could make the movie worth seeing. I suggest this movie to anyone that loves a good fantasy or to anyone that loves David Bowie:)
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Summary: Simply one of the finest movies...
Review: I'm not here to give a summary of Labyrinth, but instead I simply wanted to push those of you on the fence off... If you aren't sure whether you want this movie let me give you the answer... YES YOU DO!!!!!When Labyrinth first came out in the movie theater I was a young teenager and I was immediately captivated. This movie spoke to me like no other movie ever had. It was that awkward time in every kids life, not quite a child not quite an adult. Like all good Fairy Tales, this one aided me in realizing despite wanting to hold on to my childhood I had to let go, but that it didn't mean forgetting or leaving who I was behind. I've taken my childhood with me ever since. All of these complex ideas were intangible to me as a child but now when I watch Labyrinth I'm reminded of who I was and who I am. Also the DVD version includes a wonderful behind the scenes making featurette. Listening to Jim Henson describe what we was trying to accomplish (especially in the ballroom scene) is simply enthralling... Jim Henson was a master storyteller and Labyrinth is quite possibly his finest creation.
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Summary: One of Fantasy's Best
Review: "Labyrinth" is one of those very special fantasy films on a very short list, and most films on that list came out of the 1980s ("Legend," "Willow," etc.). And yet this adventure is unlike any other, coupled with its surrealism, the brilliant use of detailed puppets, and its somewhat intellectual, and quite hilarious, sense of humor. The plot revolves around Sarah and her baby brother Toby, whom she repentantly summons into the realm of the goblins and their king, portrayed wonderfully by David Bowie (though I would rather he got rid of the tights). She then takes it upon herself to rescue him, and in the process unites with several very interesting companions. All of this is handled in a setting devoid of violence, and occasionally the characters WILL break into song. But make no mistake, this is not a movie only to be enjoyed by children (though they will certainly enjoy it, just as I did when I was a child). This is a movie for the entire family - and I dare say that adults may appreciate its depth and escapism even more. And though I've never been a fan of musicals (and this movie is a mild form of the musical), here I take exception. I even enjoy the music, what's more. "Labyrinth" is a brilliant fantasy film, plain and simple.
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Summary: Labyrinth-Into the Madness
Review: I like this movie because David Bowie is one of the maybe two men in the world that can look that good in so much makeup. The only thing wrong with it is the ending--Sarah was so obviously a Human (thus a Fool) for doing that to him! But that's all that is wrong with it.
P.S.-Serena-chan, I claimed him forever ago, so don't even go there, girlfriend! *snaps fingers and does little-head-rolly-thingie*
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Summary: Magical journey through fantasy
Review: My first experience with The Labyrinth was when I was pretty young, but from the first viewing I fell in love with the complete mastery of it all. Being a self-confessed daydreamer and visitor of my own fantasy worlds, the concepts of the movies characters, sets, and soundtrack didn't disappoint. From the first moment we meet Sarah we identify with her dreams and her frustrations, and she carries us through her journey to rescue her baby brother she unwittingly banished to a goblin world. Along the way we meet up with characters who, although faulted, become part of a righteous group fighting the unreal challenges to overcome the King (an impressive David Bowie), and their own personality faults. I have watched this movie whenever I feel a bit down with the world, and the film's escapism is the thing that helps me to look at the world with a new point of view. I'm 19 now, but I still watch The Labyrinth and thoroughly enjoy every moment.
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Summary: Great fantasy film with dismal musical interludes.
Review: This is an excellent fantasy film for all ages. It gathers it's strength from Jim Henson's always-impressive team of puppeteers and especially from Monty Python alum Terry Jones' great script. Jones has written some very successful children's literature and was an inspired choice for screenwriter. He brings his familiar brand of silly, somewhat-Pythonesque humor to the film (at one point, the leads must navigate across the perilous "Bog of Eternal Stench"). I would've given this film 5 stars had it not been for the awful musical interludes. Now, I am a big fan of Bowie and his music, but it does not belong in this movie. The numbers aren't particularly well ingratiated as the film was not written to be a musical. Indeed, Jones reports that he was somewhat aghast when Henson informed him that Bowie would be inserting rock songs into the film. The songs themselves aren't too bad (though not Bowie's best) but they simply stop the flow of the film dead in it's tracks. So, savour Terry's charming screenplay, marvel at Henson's artistry, drink in the jaw-dropping beauty of a teenage Jennifer Connelly, and enjoy!
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Summary: Very, very, good from me!!!
Review: I saw it in school today as we were supposed to have a field day but it rained here!!! :( But we still had the pizza and ice cream we were promised. I really enjoyed this movie but I did not ike it when her brother was crying, I almost cried!! The goblins were really funny! Well, that's all folks!! (I always wanted to say that!) P.S. I'm buying that movie on video!!
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Summary: sorry, but DB is very fine so sue me
Review: Yes, this is an excellent philosophical movie, and yes, the muppets are amazing, but what do girls really, really care about? The answer is, of course, the lead male character in the movie. Believe it or not, I had reached the age of 17 and never heard of David Bowie until we randomly picked up Labyrinth at Blockbuster. At first I thought he was funny looking because of the elaborate costumes he wore (on my very first look at him I took him for a girl) but really seeing a character come to life can open your eyes to "hidden beauties". DB intrigues me. Maybe it's the way he turns his head just slightly, or the strange way his mouth forms his words, or the impenetrably mysterious way he glances through narrowed eyes. Or could it be in the character and acting? The way his silky smooth voice carries messages of threat, or the "magic" he controls so effortlessly? What is it about this oddly dressed, 80's singer that holds such power to facinate and draw my eyes back to his big scenes again and again in awe and admiration? Then there is the further enigma of his thoughts about Sarah, the female lead. Is he, as I have been told, leading her on, tricking her and misleading her for the sole purpose to take control of her and enslave her will to his? Or, as I wish to believe, does he love her? He seems to say he does, but could every bit as easliy be seeking to control her. Then there are times he seems so filled with sorrow that she continually turns from him and fights against him that I take one look and am certain he loves her (and would I love to be her!). All in all, this is an incredible movie starring an exceptionally talented rock star. Wow.
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Summary: just a wonderful (and quite twisted) movie
Review: very few people from my generation can say that they didn't see, 'labyrinth,' when they were growing up. it's appeal hasn't died yet, and now, since i am older, i can appreciate this movie for all that it is, and on so many different levels. the story revolves around a teenage girl named sarah (jennifer connelly), who has yet to give up believing in fairy stories. her room is a shrine to her imagination, and she likes to dress up in costumes and pretend she is a character in the stories she loves so much. in reality, she is just a girl from the suburbs whose parents don't understand her and whose infant brother irritates the hell out of her. one night when she has to babysit for her parents, she wishes that the goblin king (presumably a character in a story), would take her little brother away, without realizing she actually does have the power to make this happen. the goblin king (david bowie) takes the infant to his castle, which lies at the center of a labyrinth, and it is sarah's responsibility to complete the maze within 13 hours, or her brother will become a goblin forever. what is interesting, though, is that the goblin king is madly in love with sarah, so it is hard to label him the villain in the movie (or just because bowie is so sexy). wild, imaginative, and unpredictable, 'labyrinth,' must be seen to be believed (plus it has some of the most demented muppets i've ever seen).
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Summary: A great fantasy film
Review: This cleverly crafted film is a tale that even those not usually inticed by the world of fantasy will enjoy. It's original and features great special effects. Highly recommended.
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