Review of Being Elmo: A Puppeteer's Journey (2011) by Abishai S — 15 Sep 2012

This is a genuine and heartfelt documentary about following your dreams that everyone should watch.

This review of Being Elmo: A Puppeteer's Journey (2011) was written by Abishai S on 15 Sep 2012.

Being Elmo: A Puppeteer's Journey has generally received very positive reviews.

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