The Dark Crystal

THE DARK CRYSTAL is a masterful live-action fantasy starring some of Jim Henson's most 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 forever.

The task falls upon 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?

Special Features:

• Original Widescreen presentation
• ‘The World Of THE DARK CRYSTAL’ original behind-the-scenes documentary on the making of the movie
• Never-before-seen deleted scene and 7 ‘work print’ scenes
• Character drawings and profiles
• ‘The Mithra Treatment’ text gallery describing an original concept for the film's story and design
• Storyboards
• Original movie trailers
• Talent profiles

Critic Reviews:

• " Though the puppet technology wasn't adequate in 1982 for Jim Henson's imagi­nation, Dark Crystal still possesses an innate, undeniable magic. " – Christopher Lloyd

• " The puppetry is incredible. Unbelievable how fluid it is with such great attention to detail. " – Rachel Wagner

• " The Dark Crystal has an ethereal alien quality to its startling visions, far removed from the Earth-bound contours of traditional fairy tales. " – Ian Nathan