Review of Being Elmo: A Puppeteer's Journey (2011) by Scott R — 05 Apr 2012

I was VERY surprised at what a good film this was!

This review of Being Elmo: A Puppeteer's Journey (2011) was written by Scott R on 05 Apr 2012.

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

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By Rodney E (723) on 27 Dec 2012

Great Documentary Full of Heart. A nice overview of the life of the man behind one of the most loved puppets…

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I probably smiled the entire movie...not wife approved, though. She passed out within the first 20 minutes. I guess she doesn't like being happy…

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By Andre W (58) on 29 Apr 2014

I probably smiled the entire movie...not wife approved, though. She passed out within the first 20 minutes. I guess she doesn't like being happy…

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By Courtney K (823) on 25 Mar 2014

I really liked this :) it was crazy interesting because who thinks about the puppeteers behind the muppets?? I never did…

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