description Aughra (The Dark Crystal) Overview
Aughra is an ancient, one-eyed oracle and animatronic puppet character featured in Jim Henson's 1982 fantasy film The Dark Crystal. Performed and voiced by Frank Oz, she is the sole survivor of her species and the keeper of the planet's astronomical knowledge, possessing a removable eye that allows her to see in multiple directions. Within the narrative, she serves as a vital guide to the Gelfling protagonist Jen, providing him with the crystal shard necessary to heal the Dark Crystal.
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Who performed and voiced Aughra in the original Dark Crystal film?
Frank Oz performed Aughra for Jim Henson's 1982 film, while Billie Whitelaw supplied the finished voice. Oz also performed the Skeksis Chamberlain, whose voice was provided by Barry Dennen.
Why does Aughra send Jen to the Crystal Castle?
Aughra identifies the crystal shard that Jen must carry to the Castle before the Great Conjunction. Restoring it to the Dark Crystal is necessary to reunite the Skeksis and Mystics as the urSkeks.
What is the giant machine in Aughra's observatory?
It is an orrery representing Thra's celestial system and its Three Suns. Aughra uses the observatory to track the Great Conjunction, the rare alignment central to the film's prophecy.
Is Aughra in The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance?
Yes, Aughra returns in Netflix's 2019 prequel series, set before Jen's quest. Donna Kimball performs and voices the character in that production.
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