The Dark Crystal     Directed by.................................Jim Henson and Frank Oz Written by..............................................................Jim Henson                                          Cast                                        Jen/High Priest...................................................Jim Henson Aughra/Chamberlain...............................................Frank Oz                               Other Information                       1982 93 Minutes PG In English

In the tradition of popular fantasy films such as The Fellowship of the Ring and Labyrinth comes The Dark Crystal, 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. It's up to Jen—the last member 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?