Beloved by children of all ages around the world, Elmo is an international icon. Few people know his creator, Kevin Clash, who dreamed of working with his idol, master puppeteer Jim Henson. Displaying his creativity and talent at a young age, Kevin ultimately found a home on Sesame Street. Narrated by Whoopi Goldberg, this documentary includes rare archival footage, interviews with Frank Oz, Rosie O’Donnell, Cheryl Henson, Joan Ganz Cooney and others and offers a behind-the-scenes look at Sesame Street and the Jim Henson Workshop.
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🔍 Search on JustWatch →Being Elmo: A Puppeteer's Journey is a solid entry rated 7.2/10. Not a masterpiece, but quality work that won't leave you disappointed.
A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.
A 2011 film from an era before CGI overload, with real performances that still hit hard. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
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Whoopi Goldberg
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Frank Oz
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Kevin Clash
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Bill Barretta
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Fran Brill
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Joan Ganz Cooney
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Arsenio Hall
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Hugh Jackman
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Kermit Love
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Martin P. Robinson
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