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Loading... The Dark Crystal [1982 film] (1982)by Jim Henson (Director), Oswald Morris (Photographer), David Odell (Screenwriter), Frank Oz (Director)
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Sign up for LibraryThing to find out whether you'll like this book. No current Talk conversations about this book. An unassuming Hobbit named Frodo Baggins inherits a Ring that would give a dark and powerful lord the power to enslave the world. With a loyal fellowship of elves, dwarves, men and a wizard, Frodo embarks on a heroic quest to destroy the One Ring and pave the way for the emergence of mankind. Gorgeous, evocative and immersive, and with a very fun core concept and t heme at heart -- but the plot and pace are both rather too meandering for my tastes. Recently rewatched it after finishing the excellent Netflix prequel series, and found that impression still held (though I now have added fondness to it due to it spawning that spin-off). But the pacing aside, I'm awed by the effort and sheer scope of this film in its own right, and as a fantasy fan, I'm thrilled it and its magnificent world still exists in the public consciousness. Will definitely watch this a third and likely a fourth time, too. An orphan is sent on a quest to save the world from creepy-ass bird monsters. How did this ever get made? Here's a tip: when releasing a ground-breaking film with the potential to transform cinema, don't open it opposite fucking E.T.. Just saying, might make you look bad. Concept: A Story: B Characters: B Dialog: C Pacing: B Cinematography: B Special effects/design: A Acting: B Music: A Enjoyment: A plus GPA: 3.4/4 (Oct. 2011) no reviews | add a review
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Jen, a Gelfling (one of the last survivors of the elfin-like race), is told of a prophecy by his master, a wise and gentle mystic. Jen sets to the task of returning the crystal shard to the all powerful Dark Crystal, making it whole again, and restoring light to the world. No library descriptions found. |
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