Built on the bones of recognizable hero quests and fairy tales, Jim Henson's "Labyrinth" is a lushly designed, thrillingly executed musical fantasy. As allegorical as it referential, the film soars with its performances, songs, artistry, and story. Though it may be close to thirty-years-old, it is as a fresh, fun, and pleasantly dark as the day it was released.
Revolving around Jennifer Connelly's Sarah, "Labyrinth" tells the story of a young woman who, after wishing her baby brother away, must do battle with David Bowie's Gareth, the Goblin King, to ensure the infant's safe return. On her quest, Sarah meets a menagerie of friendly and not-so-friendly creatures that help and hinder her journey.
Part "The Wizard of Oz," part "Odyssey,"…