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.
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Title: Being Elmo: A Puppeteer's Journey (2011)
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8 wins & 8 nominations.
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Cast
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| Whoopi Goldberg | ... | Narrator (voice) | |
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| Bill Barretta | ... | Self - Puppeteer | |
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Tau Bennett | ... | Self |
| Fran Brill | ... | Self - Puppeteer | |
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Carson Carr | ... | Guy Eating Cake #2 |
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George Clash | ... | Self |
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Gladys Clash | ... | Self - Mother |
| Kevin Clash | ... | Self | |
| Joan Ganz Cooney | ... | Self - Co-Founder - Sesame Workshop | |
| Arsenio Hall | ... | Self (archive footage) | |
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Cheryl Henson | ... | Self - President - Jim Henson Foundation |
| Jim Henson | ... | Self (archive footage) | |
| Hugh Jackman | ... | Self (archive footage) | |
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Kermit Love | ... | Self (archive footage) |
| Rove McManus | ... | Self (archive footage) | |
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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. Written by Anonymous
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Rated PG for some mild language including a brief drug reference | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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27 April 2012 (UK) See more »Also Known As:
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Opening Weekend USA:
$22,963, 23 October 2011Gross USA:
$304,052Cumulative Worldwide Gross:
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'Being Elmo' is not only a great flashback into your childhood growing up with Sesame Street, but a truly inspiring and amazing story behind the man who has dedicated his life to one of the most loved characters from the show. It was nothing like I expected it to be. It's not a childish rewind on the history of puppets, but instead a wonderful display of determination and dedication on Clash's part and just a great documentary made by the entire crew. Definitely recommended for everyone. Hopefully this film and its crew will get all of the praise and attention it so rightfully deserves. You will without a doubt be left inspired and moved by Clash's journey.