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The Muppets Take Manhattan (1984)

Plot Summary: The Muppets take their musical show to Broadway, facing challenges, adventures, and heartfelt moments along the way, all while staying true to their dreams. Director: Frank Oz Producers: David Lazer Screenplay: Frank Oz, Tom Patchett, Jay Tarses Starring: Jim Henson as Kermit the Frog Frank Oz as Miss Piggy  Dave Goelz as Gonzo Jerry Nelson as Bear Richard Hunt as Scooter Steve Whitmire as Rizzo the Rat Joan Rivers as Eileen Dabney Coleman as Martin Price Art Carney as Bernard Crawford   ***SPOILER ALERT*** Third Movie in Frank Oz's Filmography Continuing our journey through Frank Oz's impressive directorial work, today we arrive at The Muppets Take Manhattan, a staple in the beloved Muppet franchise. As someone who’s never been particularly drawn to Kermit or the Muppets, this wasn’t a movie I would have ...

The Dark Crystal (1982)

Plot Summary: On the alien world of Thra, a young Gelfling named Jen embarks on a perilous quest to heal the fractured Dark Crystal and restore balance to his world, facing the sinister Skeksis and uncovering ancient truths along the way. Director: Jim Henson and Frank Oz Producers: Jim Henson, Gary Kurtz Screenplay: David Odell Starring: Stephen Garlick as  Jen Lisa Maxwell as  Kira Billie Whitelaw as Aughra Barry Denne  as the Skeksis Chamberlain Jerry Nelson as the Skeksis Emperor   ***SPOILER ALERT*** A Monumental Feat of Imagination and Craft We begin our journey through the filmography of Frank Oz with The Dark Crystal, an awe-inspiring achievement that epitomizes dedication and creativity. Five years of painstaking effort brought to life a cinematic marvel brimming with intricate animatronics, puppetry, and surreal alien lands...

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