Being Elmo: A Puppeteer's Journey

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  • Opened October 21, 2011 (LA 10/21)
  • 1 hr 25 min
  • PG | A Brief Drug Reference and Some Mild Language

  • Parents: Common Sense Media says OK for kids 8+. More on child suitability

  • BEING ELMO chronicles the life story of puppeteer Kevin Clash – the multiple award-winning persona behind the furry red monster Elmo of television’s Sesame Street. As a teenager growing up in Baltimore in the 1970s, Kevin had very different aspirations from his classmates—he wanted to be a puppeteer. More specifically, he wanted to be part of Jim Henson’s team, the creative force responsible for delivering the magic of Sesame Street on a daily basis. With a supportive family behind him, Kevin made his dreams come true. Combining amazing archival footage with material from the present day, filmmaker Constance Marks explores Kevin's story in vivid detail and chronicles the meteoric rise of Jim Henson in the process. Narrated by Whoopi Goldberg. Full synopsis

  • Cast: Kevin Clash, Whoopi Goldberg, Frank Oz, Cheryl Henson, Rosie O'Donnell
  • Director: Constance Marks
  • Genres: Documentary

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A must see for everyone!

by laura694

Kevin's inspirational story draws you in from the very beginning and keeps you captivated til the credits roll. It's amazing to see how a young boy's passion led him to become the voice of one of the...

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A must-see movie for all generations!

by Cassadine555

I saw this film during it's premiere weekend. I urge everyone to see it. It's amazing to see how a little boy's dream and passion evolved into one of the most important figures of our time. Elmo's...

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New Orleans Times-Picayune
| Mike Scott

His a wonderful, touching story, one that made me want to scoop up every kid I know who has a scrap of creative talent, and have them watch the film. Because Elmo's story is sweet -- but Clash's is nothing short of inspiring. Read full review

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Entertainment Weekly
| Owen Gleiberman

A marvelous movie. Read full review

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Being Elmo is a rare documentary that will connect across generations and cultures to delight viewers worldwide for years to come. Read full review

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Philadelphia Inquirer
| Carrie Rickey

Though one gets a sense there is part of the story Marks isn't telling, we do pay attention to the man behind the curtain. Read full review

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A scene from "Being Elmo: A Puppeteer's Journey."