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- The film initially received mixed reviews from mainstream critics; while being criticized for its darker, more dramatic tone in contrast to Henson's previous works, it was praised for its narrative, aesthetic, and characters. Over the years, it has been re-evaluated by critics and has garnered a cult following.
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Mar 29, 2017 · 15 Reasons Why The Dark Crystal Is The Scariest Movie Ever. Name the three most upsetting moments of your childhood. We’ll start: finding out the truth about Santa Claus, certain episodes of Barney, and everything in The Dark Crystal. The 1982 Jim Henson classic is one of the most schismatic movies of all time.
The Dark Crystal's narrative never quite lives up to the movie's visual splendor, but it remains an admirably inventive and uniquely intense entry in the Jim Henson canon. Read Critics...
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Aug 9, 2021 · Puppet fantasy movie The Dark Crystal stands out as Jim Henson's best when it comes to its effects, in-depth lore, and extremely terrifying villains.
Still, the Dark Crystal stands as an excellent tale of good versus evil. Jim Henson and crew spent much to much time creating this movie, and the depth of their effort shows. However, some adults might find the story simplistic, and it is in the same manner that Labyrinth is.
The Dark Crystal is a 1982 dark fantasy film directed by Jim Henson and Frank Oz. It stars the voices of Stephen Garlick, Lisa Maxwell, Billie Whitelaw, Percy Edwards, and Barry Dennen. The film was produced by ITC Entertainment and The Jim Henson Company and distributed by Universal Pictures.
The Dark Crystal has an ethereal alien quality to its startling visions, far removed from the Earth-bound contours of traditional fairy tales. Full Review | Original Score: 4/5 | May 2, 2019
Dec 18, 2022 · As Collider looks back at classic films, a first-time watcher reviews Jim Henson and Frank Oz’s masterful fantasy movie ‘The Dark Crystal.’
