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    Unique ID Code: 0000006531
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    Added on: 7/7/2000 22:21
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    Dark Crystal, The (UK)

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    Another world, another time... in the Age of Wonder
    Certificate: PG
    Running Time: 89 mins
    Retail Price: £19.99
    Release Date:

    Synopsis:
    The 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 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 of 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:
    Interactive Menus
    Scene Access
    60 minute featurette
    Deleted Scenes
    Filmographies
    Teaser Trailer
    Theatrical Trailer
    Character Profiles

    Video Tracks:
    Widescreen Anamorphic 2.35:1

    Audio Tracks:
    Dolby Digital 5.1 English
    Dolby Digital Mono Spanish
    Dolby Digital Stereo 2.0 German
    Dolby Digital Mono French

    Subtitle Tracks:
    French
    English
    Spanish
    German
    Dutch

    Directed By:
    Frank Oz
    Jim Henson

    Written By:


    Starring:
    Frank Oz
    Jim Henson
    Percy Edwards
    Barry Dennen
    David Buck
    Stephen Garlick
    John Baddeley

    Soundtrack By:
    Trevor Jones

    Director of Photography:
    Oswald Morris

    Editor:
    Ralph Kemplen

    Costume Designer:
    Leisja Limmer
    Val Johnston

    Production Designer:
    Harry Lange

    Producer:
    Bruce Sharman
    Gary Kurtz
    Duncan Kenworthy
    Jim Henson

    Executive Producer:
    David Lazer

    Distributor:
    Jim Henson Company

    Your Opinions and Comments

    8 / 10
    A very decent children`s film who`s artistry can be apprectied by adults.
    posted by Richard73 on 8/9/2001 21:13