This is a brilliant film. I can not recommend it strongly enough. In a far away land live the peace loving mystics and the violent skegsies. Two opposing races whose fate is wrapped up in the dark crystal, Jen is the last of his gelfling kind and has his part to play in fulfilling the prophecy ... Read review
Jim Henson's fantasy epicThe Dark Crystaldoesn't take place a long time ago in a galaxy ... more
far, far away, but likeStar Warsit takes the audience to a place that exists only in the imagination and, for an hour and a half, on the screen. Recalling the world...
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The Dark Crystal is a remarkable fantasy adventure, starring some of Jim Henson's most ... more
imaginative creatures ever. Five years in the making, this magical tale of good and evil is directed by Jim Henson and Frank Oz and produced by Gary Kurtz (Star Wars...
The Dark Crystal is a masterful live action fantasy starring some of Jim Henson's most ... more
imaginative creatures ever! Directed by Jim Henson and Frank Oz and produced By Gary Kurtz (Star Wars, The Empire Strikes Back), The Dark Crystal brilliantly weaves a timeless myth of good and Evil! In another time, The Dark Crystal - a source of Balance and Truth in the Universe - was shattered, dividing the world into two factions: the wicked Skeksis and the peaceful Mystics. Now, as the convergence of the three suns approaches, the Crystal must be healed, or darkness will reign for evermore! It's up to Jen - the last of his race - to fulfill the prophecy that a Gelfling will return the missing shard to the Crystal and destroy the Skeksis evil Empire. But will young Jen's courage be any match for the unknown dangers that await him'
The Dark Crystal is a remarkable fantasy adventure, starring some of Jim Henson's most ... more
imaginative creatures ever. Five years in the making, this magical tale of good and evil is directed by Jim Henson and Frank Oz and produced by Gary Kurtz (Star Wars, The Empire Strikes Back). You can also discover some of the secrets behind the making of the first ever all-puppet film in a special 60 minute featurette! In another time, The Dark Crystal - a source of Balance and Truth in the Universe - was shattered, dividing the world into two factions: the wicked Skeksis and the peaceful Mystics. Now, as the convergence of the three suns approaches, the Crystal must be healed, or darkness will reign forever! It's up to Jen - the last of his race - to fulfil the prophecy that a Gelfling will return the missing shard to the Crystal and destroy the Skeksis' evil empire. But will young Jen's courage be any match for the unknown dangers that await him?
In another time The Dark Crystal - a source of Balance and truth in the Universe - was ... more
shattered dividing the world into two factions : the wicked Skekis and the peaceful Mystics. Now as the convergence of the three suns approaches the Crystal must be healed or darkness will reign forever! It's up to Jen the last of his race to fulfil the prophecy that a Gelfling will return the missing shard to the Crystal and destroy the Skekis' evil Empire. But will young Jen's courage be any match for the unknown dangers that await him? 'Dark Crystal' is a remarkable fantasy adventure starring some of Jim Henson's most imaginative creatures ever. Five years in the making this magical tale of good and evil is co-directed by Jim Henson and Frank Oz and produced by Gary 'Star Wars' Kurtz.
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Production Year: 2007 - Science Fiction - Director: Francis Lawrence - Original Language: English - Classification: 15 years and over - Starring: Alice Braga, Charlie Tahan, Dash Mihok, Will Smith, Salli Richardson, Willow Smith
Advantages: Brilliant special effects Disadvantages: May be scary for younger children
...is wrapped up in the dark crystal, Jen is the last of his gelfling kind and has his part to play in fulfilling the prophecy surrounding the dark crystal.
This isn't your typical good vs. evil film. It is much better and done the George Lucas/ Jim Henson way.The evil skeggsies are great (especially the one that goes mmmmm). I'm sure there are some deep underlying moral stories in the film but try not to be analytical. Just enjoy the ... ...will ruin the magic. I'm sure I read that this story was going to be part of the original star wars film (but then again I could have just dreamt it). A great family film but some younger children might be scared as it is quite dark in places. ... more
This is a brilliant film. I can not recommend it strongly enough. In a far away land live the peace loving mystics and the violent skegsies. Two opposing races whose fate is wrapped up in the dark crystal, Jen is the last of his gelfling kind and has his part to play in fulfilling the prophecy surrounding the dark crystal.
This isn't your typical good vs. evil film. It is much better and done the George Lucas/ Jim Henson way.The evil skeggsies are great (especially the one that goes mmmmm). I'm sure there are some deep underlying moral stories in the film but try not to be analytical. Just enjoy the film. The Henson work shop was excelled itself here. The special effects are fantastic. Try not to watch the making of documentary before you view the film or it will ruin the magic. I'm sure I read that this story was going to be part of the original star wars film (but then again I could have just dreamt it). A great family film but some younger children might be scared as it is quite dark in places.
Advantages: Everything! Disadvantages: Far too often overlooked
I was raised on the innovative form of animation given to us by the marvelous Jim Henson. From Kermit the Frog to the goblins in the Labyrinth, this creative genius managed to invent creatures and worlds of such depth, wonder, and jocularity that they will be delighting audiences of all ages for years to come! Sadly, Henson is no longer with us although the Jim Henson Company continues to delight and amaze, and while the creator himself will be sorely missed, his creations remain to comfort us.
DarkCrystal is a brilliant and daring piece of Henson’s work that is often overlooked. Development for this film began in 1977 although shooting did not start until 1981, and it wasn’t released until 1982. Henson was so taken with the illustrations of Brian Froud, that he asked Froud to create an elaborate visual world in which he ...
Advantages: It's a mysterious, magical fantasy Disadvantages: It is actually creepy in parts!
The DarkCrystal - Collectors Edition.
I loved this film as a child. I remember being both intrigued and fascinated by the elf-like fantasy, and also scared and left a little confused from the creepy skeksis!
I have this on video and it was by strange coincidence I was chatting to someone about the film, so imagine my delight when I picked the Special Collectors Edition up from ASDA at £5.67. Yes, it really was that low!
#Background
The film involves an entire cast of puppets who are lifelike and realistic. When I say puppets I mean the half bodies or people in rather large suits, not the string types! This film is a Jim Henson creation and directed by Frank Oz.
The film follows closely to a mythical, dark storyline where there is a fantastical journey to save the land from evil. The film involves adventure, friendship ...
Advantages: 3 great films from the Jim Henson Company Disadvantages: A little dark in nature for some children
A fabulous box set containing the two classic Jim Henson Fantasy movies Labyrinth and The DarkCrystal, as well as the more modern, stunningly produced, and often overlooked movie of magic that is Mirrormask. A must buy item for anybody who is a fan of well made fantasy films, that ooze with magic and imagination! All three movies are suitable for children, but the dark undertones and hilarious comedy will appeal to adults just as much if not more!
MIRRORMASK
Written and directed by two incredibly talented individuals, Dave McKean and Neil Gaiman, who's talents normally lie within the realms of the graphic novel world; Mirrormask tells the tale of a young girl called Helena who is miserable in her life as part of a circus, run by her family. Shut away in her trailer, she dreams of another life, using her drawings to create ...
A luxuriant live-action fantasy inhabited by alien beings and set in a world without light. Jen, the last survivor of an elfin-like race, sets to the task of returning a crystal shard to the all-powerful dark crystal, making it whole again and restoring light to the world.
Release details
DVD Region
DVD
Studio(s)
SONY PICTURES HOME ENTERTAINMENT; CINRAM LOGISTICS
Release date
06/12/1999
No of Discs
1
Catalogue No
CDR 90146
Barcode
5035822014633
Languages
Main Language
English
Dubbed Language
French, German, Spanish
Subtitle Language
Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish
Technical information
Special Features
Scene Selections, Featurette, Deleted Scenes, Filmographies, Teaser Trailer, Theatrical Trailer, Character Profiles
Aspect Ratio
2.35 Wide Screen, 16:9 Anamorphic Wide Screen
Sound
Dolby Digital 5.1, Mono, Stereo
Dubbing Sound
Dolby Digital 5.1 English Mono French Spanish Stereo German
Professional reviews
Review
"...A dazzling technological and artistic achievement by a band of talented artists and performers..." (Variety, 15/12/1982)
DVD Description
A fantastical, puppet-filled adventure, this tale co-directed by Muppet creator Jim Henson and Frank Oz reveals the story of Jen, a young Gelfling boy chosen by prophecy to mend the Dark Crystal, which broke 1,000 years ago and plunged the land under the dominion of the evil, quarrelsome Skeksis. Fearing the prophecy, whose fulfillment would mean the end of their reign, the Skeksis exterminated the Gelflings--all but Jen and Kira, a girl he meets on his journey to the crystal. Pursued by the Skeksis and their dark creatures, Jen and Kira race to the crystal, even as their time runs out.
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