This week on The Spectator Film Podcast… The Dark Crystal (1982) 8/23/19 Featuring: Austin, Maxx Commentary track begins at 13:40 — Notes — The Wider Worlds of Jim Henson: Essays on His Work and Legacy Beyond The Muppet Show and Sesame Street Edited by Jennifer C. Garlen and Anissa M. Graham — Here’s an accessible and fun collection of essays examining Jim Henson’s fascinating career outside of The Muppets – special attention is paid to Fraggle Rock, The Dark Crystal, and Labyrinth. This a lovely read, and recommended for any Henson fans. For more discussion and insight into the work of Jim Henson, check out our episode on Labyrinth (1986).
