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Labyrinth (1986) poster

Labyrinth

dir. Jim Henson · 1986

Feature
Coming of Age
Mood
Whimsical / Adventurous
Look
vibrant, imaginative landscapes with intricate puppetry and practical effects
Structure
quest-driven with episodic encounters
Plot

Teenager Sarah is forced by her father and her stepmother to babysit her baby brother Toby while they are outside home. Toby does not stop crying and Sarah wishes that her stepbrother be taken by the Goblin King Jareth. Out of the blue, Toby stops crying and when Sarah looks for him in the cradle, she learns that her wish was granted and the Goblin King Jareth has taken him to his castle in the Goblin City in the middle of a labyrinth. Sarah repents and asks Jareth to give Toby back; but the Goblin King tells her that she has to rescue her brother before midnight. Soon Sarah teams up with some allies. Will they rescue Toby in time?

Why watch

"Labyrinth" invites viewers into a whimsical world where a young girl's journey through a fantastical maze becomes a profound exploration of responsibility, identity, and the bonds of family. With its stunning puppetry and imaginative storytelling, this film is a timeless adventure that resonates with the child in all of us.

Cultural context
1980s fantasy revivalthe influence of puppetry in cinemathemes of adolescence and responsibilitythe rise of cult classic films

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