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New Trailer for The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance Features Its Impressive Practical Effects and CGI


Netflix has been known for bringing back a lot of dead franchises, and this year they're gearing up for the release of the prequel series, The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance. A new trailer has been released for the show, and it features more of the amazing practical effects as well as some impressive CGI as well.

The world of Thra is dying. The Crystal of Truth is at the heart of Thra, a source of untold power. But it is damaged, corrupted by the evil Skeksis, and a sickness spreads across the land. When three Gelfling uncover the horrific truth behind the power of the Skeksis, an adventure unfolds as the fires of rebellion are lit and an epic battle for the planet begins.

Probably one of the biggest hooks in the film is the use of practical puppets, and you can see a lot of it from the characters to some of the magical creatures. I'll admit, it is kind of jarring when they're placed against the more refined CGI, but it does have a lot of that charm that was present with Jim Henson projects.

If the visuals aren't enough to entice you, Dark Crystal also promises a star-studded cast. Besides main characters voiced by Taron Egerton, Anya Taylor-Joy, and Nathalie Emmanuel, we're also getting guest voices from the likes of Lena Headey, Sigourney Weaver, Helena Bonham Carter, Simon Pegg, Andy Samberg, Mark Hamill, and many many more.

Catch The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance when it hits Netflix this coming Aug. 30.

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