Summaries

The Muppet Elmo is one of the most beloved characters among children across the globe. Meet the unlikely man behind the puppet - the heart and soul of Elmo - Kevin Clash.

The film traces Kevin Clash's rise from his modest beginnings in Baltimore to his current success as the man behind Elmo, one of the world's most recognizable and adored characters. Millions of children tune in daily to watch Elmo, yet when Kevin walks down the street he is not recognized. Pivotal to the film is the exploration of Jim Henson's meteoric rise, and Kevin's ultimate achievement of his goal to become part of the Henson family of puppeteers. In addition to puppeteering Elmo, Mr. Clash is arguably the creative force behind today's Sesame Street, producing, directing and traveling around the globe training other puppeteers. Includes interviews with Frank Oz, Rosie O'Donnell, Whoopi Goldberg, Carroll Spinney, Joan Ganz Cooney, Marty Robinson, Fran Brill, and Bill Barretta.—Anonymous

Details

Keywords
  • interview
  • puppet
  • children
  • fireworks
  • puppeteer
Genres
  • Biography
  • Documentary
Release date Apr 26, 2012
Motion Picture Rating (MPA) PG
Countries of origin United States
Official sites Official site
Language English
Production companies Constance Marks Productions

Box office

Gross US & Canada $304052
Opening weekend US & Canada $22963
Gross worldwide $310812

Tech specs

Runtime 1h 20m
Color Color
Sound mix Mono
Aspect ratio 1.78 : 1

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