The Dark Crystal

A humble tribute to a favorite movie
a tall story by director Jim Henson
who later created the Muppets

While most people struggle to create
and save their best works for last
this was not the case for this superstar

On the surface maybe a movie for kids
but no one is fooled by this masterpiece
young and old there are layers for all

Hansen's movie is pure genius
and touched me to my very core
in a haunting surreal way

It deals with innocence in the midst of
the balance of good and evil in the world
definitely a must see movie

This classic dates back to 1982
but its subtle spiritual aspects
stayed with me through life



AP: 3rd place 2022, Honorable Mention 2021
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Pettit Avatar
April 28, 2021 at 6:29 PM
I will have to see this movie now that I've read your poem.
Gauthier Avatar
April 28, 2021 at 7:05 PM
Totally worth it ~
Romios Avatar
April 26, 2021 at 9:02 AM
Thank you for saluting Jim Henson In these days when tbe WOKE maniacs are blocking some of his characters these days. Shades of Adolf Hitler who wanted to clean up his society, while murdering millions, not only Jews. Don't know if that movie is on tbe KILL LIST. Will see. A wonderful share and verse. Pangie xx
Gauthier Avatar
April 27, 2021 at 6:19 AM
Thanks, Panagiota. Much appreciated ~
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