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The influential 1986 film 'Labyrinth', starring David Bowie and Jennifer Connelly, is being celebrated 40 years after its initial release.
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Elstree Studios, Hertfordshire, England
Who
David Bowie, Jim Henson, Jennifer Connelly, Brian Henson
What
The influential 1986 film 'Labyrinth', starring David Bowie and Jennifer Connelly, is being celebrated 40 years after its initial release.
When
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:00:52 GMT · 2h 54m ago
Where
Elstree Studios, Hertfordshire, England ·
Why
The film, directed by Jim Henson, achieved cult classic status years after its theatrical release and is now being re-evaluated via an oral history.
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The enduring legacy of 'Labyrinth' highlights how critical reception and box office performance do not always define a film's long-term cultural impact, especially for works that resonate deeply with audiences over time.
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2 events in this thread- Culture & Industry2h 54m agoLabyrinth arrived 40 years ago with David Bowie at his most devastatingly charismatic, a breakthrough performance by Jennifer Connelly, and lots and lots of puppets.Open article
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