Jareth: “So, the Labyrinth is a piece of cake, is it? Well, let’s see how you deal with this little slice…” The haughty and arrogant, power wielding Jareth bluffs and pushes Sarah to try even harder Sarah: “You’re him, aren’t you? You’re the Goblin King! I want my brother back, please, if it’s all the same.” Jareth: “It’s only forever, not long at all.”ĭiscovery of the presence of the Goblin King confronting her once and for all after a long journey in the Labyrinth turns Sarah into desperation and pleading. Jareth: “Everything I’ve done, I’ve done for you. The Goblin King promises Sarah his all if she surrenders herself to him and in return he would willingly give up Sarah’s baby brother for her place.
Memorable moments and lines that draw to the heart of this film No wonder we are still touched and keep to the screens to watch the story unravel with its twists and turns. Jareth and Sarah, her little brother, uplift the story more in an elaborate sequence of dance and song. This movie captures the imagination of children of all ages and just so with the main characters.
The innocent babe and revolving characters Yet in deceiving Sarah the goblin servants seem to foul up bearing their innocence and earnestness ending with a bonding and true friendship with Sarah. These affable creatures from the “Underground” command a brand of trickery, game and mischief that come in all shapes and sizes. To revisit the tale of Sarah in pursuit of her little brother deep in the Labyrinth meant Sara had to deal with the goblin servants of the Goblin King. The movie pushes its story with harmony, mood and melody striking the very heart of the characters and audiences alike.
Much can also be said with the vocals rendered in songs such as the “Magic Dance” with Bowie holding the treasured babe in his arms. Songs of Magic and Loveīearing the same egocentric, demanding and entrancing voice to kick in with the flamboyant singing prowess of the Goblin King is something to watch out for in case the same soundtrack is released. What starts as a game of cat and mouse soon turns into a blossoming romance and Jareth’s passion and entrapment of the girl Sarah becomes too irresistible even for the audience. The promise of the Goblin King and enthralling purpose of capturing Sarah translates to the magic onscreen between the heroine and antagonist. Who can say what this movie contains aside from the amazing effects. The audacity and charm of the Sarah in pursuit of her baby brother almost cuts the story short but a twist in the story makes her fall into a deep slumber with a poisoned peach. Jenifer Connelly as an elder sister tried to go through the Goblin King’s maze to rescue her brother from turning into one of his goblin servants. Much like any fantasy adventure movie the plot revolves in a game of cat and mouse. The effect of costumes and puppetry of realistic yet charming looking goblins adopt a big chunk of this fantasy movie’s fantasy magic appeal. The nostalgic presence of David Bowie as the Goblin King Jareth emanates magic and heights of sorcery of dramatic flair to enthrall even the most aloof soul. The antagonist David Bowie may not be on this sequel but it would be quite an impact to have someone replace him with the same expectations on screen. Not only that, but David Bowie’s persona is automatically turned into this beautiful and mischievous creature that grabs both men and women’s attention every time. His deceptively good looks and enthralling costumes give in to every nook and cranny of an innocent heart. Here are some unforgettable reprisals that have captured the hearts and minds of many and of which we surely hope to see. No wonder after waiting for what seems like an eternity a rumored sequel – Labyrinth 2 Return of the Goblin King will be coming to theaters soon. Thirty years forward this film along with its characters has had a great cult fan base following with its novelization and eventual manga version so to speak. This notable and award winning Jim Henson fantasy movie evokes a certain nostalgia to the generation of moviegoers it belongs to.