THE DARK CRYSTAL (1982 FILM)

THE DARK CRYSTAL (1982 FILM)

Stephen Garlick, Lisa Maxwell, Billie Whitelaw, and Percy Edwards

"The Dark Crystal" is a 1982 dark fantasy film directed by Jim Henson and Frank Oz, featuring the voices of Stephen Garlick, Lisa Maxwell, and Billie Whitelaw. It follows Gelflings Jen and Kira on a quest to restore balance to the world of Thra by repairing a powerful crystal and overthrowing the evil Skeksis. Initially receiving mixed reviews for its darker tone compared to Henson's previous work, the film's groundbreaking animatronics and unique design by Brian Froud have since earned it a cult following, and it inspired the Emmy-winning prequel series "The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance" on Netflix in 2019.