The film is gloriously '80s in every conceivable way. Jam-packed with musical numbers, set pieces, and, of course, puppets, it's no wonder that Labyrinth has gained such a following in recent years.

The Ontario-based production only had a CA$50,000 build budget and eight weeks to do everything with the puppets in the movie. But Kostanski knew he’d be battling serious limitations.

The puppet show in the main theater draws to a close with a grand finale. Yellow Cat is dancing to Barbra Streisand's "Don't Rain on My Parade," and that's no coincidence, says Montoya, the puppeteer.

Movies: When Puppets Get Political 3 minute read Richard Corliss October 25, 2004 12:00 AM EDT ...