The dark crystal / The Jim Henson Company presents a Jim Henson film ; produced by Jim Henson and Gary Kurtz ; story by Jim Henson ; screenplay by David Odell ; directed by Jim Henson and Frank Oz.
Originally released as a motion picture in 1982. Special features: Disc 1: New commentary by Brian Froud ; Disc 2: Original making of documentary "The world of The dark crystal;" deleted scenes; work print scenes; character drawings; reflection of The dark crystal: "Light on the path of creation" and "Shard of illusion" two all new behind-the-scenes documentaries that include rediscovered footage from the Henson archives and newly-recorded interviews with the people who created The dark crystal.
Summary:
The Mystics fight to overthrow the evil Skeksis and take back control of their planet. When Jen, a member of the Gelfling tribe, sets out to find the crystal's missing shard, his dangerous journey brings him face to face with monsters at every turn. Determined to restore peace to their planet, Jen will not back down.
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