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The Dark Crystal (Blu-ray SteelBook) (HMV Exclusive) [UK]
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damn it didn't realise this was coming out
and pre-ordered
basil
and pre-ordered
basil
This makes me sad, for I cannot pre-order this beauty. If anyone would like to help me out, I would be eternally grateful. Just message me. or a group buy.
I'm happy that HMV is back, but they don't ship to the U.S. Anyone doing a group buy? I didn't see one and this I want badly too.
It should be, although quantities tend to vary from store to store.
If you'd rather not order online, you could reserve copy at your nearest store where they will probably ask for a £5 deposit. Alternatively you can order online and have it delivered to a store of your choice using 'click and collect'
CAN'T WAIT!
Spot glossed with embossed title treatment according to steelbook.com.....
http://steelbook.com/releases/the-dark-crystal-collectors-edition/
This should look amazing. Pity, I have no real interest in it!
http://steelbook.com/releases/the-dark-crystal-collectors-edition/
This should look amazing. Pity, I have no real interest in it!
Can't wait to see this one in hand. If past HMV orders are to go by, should ship tomorrow & dropped in to Parcel Motel late Saturday evening.
Yes, looks as expected with spot glossed crystal and embossed title against a matte background.
Will be interesting, however, to read opinions once in hand . . .
Looks quite similar to:-
The Dark Crystal: 25th Anniversary - Original Soundtrack / DVD
. . . although I'm concerned that the steelbook will be a bit dark compared to this image.
Nice how these two Amaray releases kind of go together and bit of a pity (IMO) that they didn't use one of the images available to complement better the LABYRINTH steelbook due for release at the same time:-
Will be interesting, however, to read opinions once in hand . . .
Looks quite similar to:-
The Dark Crystal: 25th Anniversary - Original Soundtrack / DVD
. . . although I'm concerned that the steelbook will be a bit dark compared to this image.
. . . May 16, 2005
reports the news about the sequel!
Dark Crystal Sequel Announced
The Jim Henson Co. announced that it will produce a feature-film sequel to its 1982 fantasy film The Dark Crystal, with the working title The Power of the Dark Crystal. The original movie was directed by Jim Henson and Frank Oz, with conceptual designer Brian Froud, and has remained a fan favorite with consistently strong worldwide home video and DVD sales, the company said.
The company's co-chief executives, Brian Henson and Lisa Henson, made the announcement. Odyssey Entertainment will represent the worldwide sales and distribution of the film, beginning immediately at the Cannes Film Festival.
The sequel is based on an original screenplay by Annette Duffy and David Odell, who wrote the first film. It is set many years after the events of the first movie. The Power of the Dark Crystal sees Jen and Kira as king and queen and guardians of the crystal, who fight to save their kingdom when the crystal is once again split. Incorporating a hybrid of live-action animatronic characters and computer animation, the production is expected to commence in the fall. Lisa Henson and Kristine Belson will produce, with Brian Henson, Ralph Kamp and Louise Goodsill serving as executive producers.
"Dark Crystal" Sequel In The Works
Posted: Sunday May 15th, 2005 2:37am
Author: Garth Franklin
The Jim Henson Company will produce a feature film sequel to The Dark Crystal, the 1982 fantasy classic directed by Jim Henson and Frank Oz with conceptual designer Brian Froud, which has remained a fan favorite with consistently strong worldwide home video and DVD sales. The announcement was made by the Company's co-CEOs Brian Henson and Lisa Henson. Odyssey Entertainment will represent the worldwide sales and distribution of the film, beginning immediately at the Cannes Film Festival.
The original screenplay by Annette Duffy and David Odell (the original Dark Crystal, The Muppet Show) is set many years after the events of the first movie. The Power of the Dark Crystal (working title), sees Jen and Kira (the original film's heroes) as King and Queen and guardians of the Crystal who fight to save their kingdom when the Crystal is once again split. Incorporating a hybrid of live action animatronic characters and CG animation, production is expected to commence in fall of 2005. Lisa Henson and Kristine Belson will produce with Brian Henson, Ralph Kamp and Louise Goodsill serving as Executive Producers.
"The Dark Crystal created its own world. We are now going to fully explore this universe through the sequel film, which will be followed up with an animated series as well as interactive games and other media," said Lisa Henson. "Knowing the franchise's worldwide appeal, we're thrilled to leverage Odyssey's expertise in family entertainment within the independent film-sales community."
Brian Henson said, "With The Jim Henson Company celebrating its 50th anniversary, The Power of the Dark Crystal is a wonderful tribute to our legacy of fantasy projects. The original film set a new standard for the genre and broke new ground in visual effects. We hope to honor its devoted fans with an exciting new chapter in this great adventure."
Ralph Kamp and Louise Goodsill said, "It's a real treat to be able to offer our distribution partners the opportunity to join forces with The Jim Henson Company as they re-imagine one of the best-loved jewels in their crown."
A Brief Synopsis of the Film... When Jen and Kira welcome a fiery and unexpected visitor to their castle they learn that the very existence of the U-mun people, who live in the searing heat of the centre of the earth, is threatened by the death of their sun. There is apparently only one thing powerful enough to heal the ailing star - a shard of the Crystal.
The Gelflings flatly refuse the request for a fragment and the desperate visitor takes matters into her own hands and steals one, making a hasty escape through tunnels deep in the bowels of the castle. So begins an adventure that will see love and goodness triumph over evil and re-introduce cinema-goers to a host of indelible characters including the mystic Ur-sol, Aughra the one-eyed seer, the evil Skeksis and their crab-like and violent Garthim foot soldiers.
reports the news about the sequel!Dark Crystal Sequel Announced
The Jim Henson Co. announced that it will produce a feature-film sequel to its 1982 fantasy film The Dark Crystal, with the working title The Power of the Dark Crystal. The original movie was directed by Jim Henson and Frank Oz, with conceptual designer Brian Froud, and has remained a fan favorite with consistently strong worldwide home video and DVD sales, the company said.
The company's co-chief executives, Brian Henson and Lisa Henson, made the announcement. Odyssey Entertainment will represent the worldwide sales and distribution of the film, beginning immediately at the Cannes Film Festival.
The sequel is based on an original screenplay by Annette Duffy and David Odell, who wrote the first film. It is set many years after the events of the first movie. The Power of the Dark Crystal sees Jen and Kira as king and queen and guardians of the crystal, who fight to save their kingdom when the crystal is once again split. Incorporating a hybrid of live-action animatronic characters and computer animation, the production is expected to commence in the fall. Lisa Henson and Kristine Belson will produce, with Brian Henson, Ralph Kamp and Louise Goodsill serving as executive producers.
"Dark Crystal" Sequel In The Works
Posted: Sunday May 15th, 2005 2:37am
Author: Garth Franklin
The Jim Henson Company will produce a feature film sequel to The Dark Crystal, the 1982 fantasy classic directed by Jim Henson and Frank Oz with conceptual designer Brian Froud, which has remained a fan favorite with consistently strong worldwide home video and DVD sales. The announcement was made by the Company's co-CEOs Brian Henson and Lisa Henson. Odyssey Entertainment will represent the worldwide sales and distribution of the film, beginning immediately at the Cannes Film Festival.
The original screenplay by Annette Duffy and David Odell (the original Dark Crystal, The Muppet Show) is set many years after the events of the first movie. The Power of the Dark Crystal (working title), sees Jen and Kira (the original film's heroes) as King and Queen and guardians of the Crystal who fight to save their kingdom when the Crystal is once again split. Incorporating a hybrid of live action animatronic characters and CG animation, production is expected to commence in fall of 2005. Lisa Henson and Kristine Belson will produce with Brian Henson, Ralph Kamp and Louise Goodsill serving as Executive Producers.
"The Dark Crystal created its own world. We are now going to fully explore this universe through the sequel film, which will be followed up with an animated series as well as interactive games and other media," said Lisa Henson. "Knowing the franchise's worldwide appeal, we're thrilled to leverage Odyssey's expertise in family entertainment within the independent film-sales community."
Brian Henson said, "With The Jim Henson Company celebrating its 50th anniversary, The Power of the Dark Crystal is a wonderful tribute to our legacy of fantasy projects. The original film set a new standard for the genre and broke new ground in visual effects. We hope to honor its devoted fans with an exciting new chapter in this great adventure."
Ralph Kamp and Louise Goodsill said, "It's a real treat to be able to offer our distribution partners the opportunity to join forces with The Jim Henson Company as they re-imagine one of the best-loved jewels in their crown."
A Brief Synopsis of the Film... When Jen and Kira welcome a fiery and unexpected visitor to their castle they learn that the very existence of the U-mun people, who live in the searing heat of the centre of the earth, is threatened by the death of their sun. There is apparently only one thing powerful enough to heal the ailing star - a shard of the Crystal.
The Gelflings flatly refuse the request for a fragment and the desperate visitor takes matters into her own hands and steals one, making a hasty escape through tunnels deep in the bowels of the castle. So begins an adventure that will see love and goodness triumph over evil and re-introduce cinema-goers to a host of indelible characters including the mystic Ur-sol, Aughra the one-eyed seer, the evil Skeksis and their crab-like and violent Garthim foot soldiers.
Nice how these two Amaray releases kind of go together and bit of a pity (IMO) that they didn't use one of the images available to complement better the LABYRINTH steelbook due for release at the same time:-
Received mine today.........just ok. The purple is not as vibrant as it looks in the picture, in fact, it's quite a dull, matte finish. Glad I didn't pay any more than what I did for it...... should have waited for the 2 for £25 I suppose.
Received today with an unexpected DVD of DC TV Pilots 1st episodes .
The background is a lot darker than that in the OP but may look better with the shrinkwrap removed. The title is embossed in dark gold and pale grey. The Crystal itself has spot glossing and looks quite nice.
.The background is a lot darker than that in the OP but may look better with the shrinkwrap removed. The title is embossed in dark gold and pale grey. The Crystal itself has spot glossing and looks quite nice.
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