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Inside the Labyrinth
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Inside the Labyrinth

1986 · 56 min Documentary
7.6 / 10 · TMDB

The camera slips behind the curtain of Jim Henson's 1986 fantasy epic, 'Labyrinth', revealing the meticulous craft behind the magic. We witness artists sketching otherworldly creatures, puppeteers breathing life into intricate mechanical beasts, and David Bowie transforming into the enigmatic Goblin King. Jennifer Connelly navigates the vast, bewildering sets, while Henson's team solves endless creative puzzles. This is a rare glimpse into the chaotic, wondrous workshop where imagination was hammered, stitched, and sung into reality by a visionary and his devoted crew.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

This documentary transcends a simple behind-the-scenes reel; it's a love letter to practical artistry. The focus is not on stars, but on the sculptors, mechanics, and dreamers who built a universe from foam and faith.

What lingers after the credits is a profound respect for the pre-digital alchemy of filmmaking. You'll never watch Bowie's musical numbers or the fiery creatures the same way again, now seeing the human hands behind every spell. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Desmond Saunders

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A workshop humming with focused chaos, sawdust, and the palpable joy of making-believe.

🎭 Cast

Jim Henson

Jim Henson

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David Bowie

David Bowie

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Charles Augins

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Brian Henson

Brian Henson

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Brian Froud

Brian Froud

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Terry Jones

Terry Jones

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Michael McCormick

Michael McCormick

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Ross Hill

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Jennifer Connelly

Jennifer Connelly

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Shari Weiser

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