Der Dunkle Kristall: Ära des Widerstands

I wasn't sure at first, but it does grow on you, with some very subtle and brilliant humour towards the end. I am writing this review mainly to pay homage to SIMON PEGG'S voicing of the Chamberlain. This has to be one of the best voice artist works in TV history, its hard to tell it is even Simon Pegg, but the accents and inflections are quite simply superb, and you can tell he enjoyed every minute of it!

To start the negative reviews are by people who obviously didn't see the movie, don't appreciate old school puppetry of Jim Henson and more likely skeksis. This is my childhood and even though now I'm in my 30s I'm still just as creeped out by the skeksis and their voices. The puppeteers are awesome and gives a true throwback and keeps Jim Henson very much alive for the show. I love it.

So well done. I thought it was going to be a full CG over production of a classic, I was so wrong. Some younger viewers might be off put by the earlier puppetry style characters growing up in this computer generation age, but not this guy! The characters were true to the original, yet used modern technology to enhance the background and scenery. I think this production was created by people who are true fans of the original motion picture. In my opinion Mr. Henson would be extremely proud.

The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance is more family-friendly and has a general sheen of class that might make it more appealing to a wider audience. It's absolutely gorgeous, with delightfully physical puppets giving a weight and realism to the colorful fantasy imagery. Some viewers might be put off by the fact it's acted out by puppets, but they'd be missing out. Age of Resistance is a compelling and powerful story packed with relatable characters.

A prequel to the 1982 cult film The Dark Crystal, this Netflix TV adaptation expands on legendary director Jim Henson's vision. The 10-episode fantasy drama focuses on the world of Thra, which was first established in the original movie. Gelflings, who are elf-like creatures, are the sentient species living in the land of Thra. The Netflix series chronicles the lives of three young Gelflings who embark on an adventure after birthing a rebellion against Skeksis, the cruel emperor of Thra. After learning the horrifying truth behind Skeksis's powers, the trio decide to save their world from his oppressive dominion.

A wholly magical and immersive experience, The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance knows exactly where it's going and how it needs to get there. It is truly an enchanting and immersive visual and narrative experience unlike any other. The series also proves beauty can exist within a fully-realized world. Filled with gorgeous cinematography, carefully-crafted narratives, and memorable performances, this Netflix series is easily one of the most original and adventurous shows of 2019.

Why aren't more fantasy movies/series like this? It's unique, beautiful, moving and enthralling... It's evident that so much effort and attention to detail has been put into every little thing; the costumes, the sets, the voice acting. I am so glad one of my favourite childhood movies has been brought back and I hope the younger generation will learn to appreciate it as well. Not everything is better with tons of CGI. Brian Froud and Jim Henson are a fantastic duo.