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By Mark Dujsik (2,093) for Mark Reviews Movies (2,037) on 13 May 2015

We get the surface of who this man is, but -- and perhaps this is a testament to the man himself -- we want to know more…

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By Richard Roeper (2,737) for Chicago Sun-Times (7,580) on 13 May 2015

I Am Big Bird is a loving, respectful (if at times shamelessly sentimental) portrayal of Spinney…

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By Randy Cordova (352) for Arizona Republic (3,909) on 13 May 2015

The movie is fascinating when it looks at the mechanics of Big Bird, which are physically challenging…

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By Walter V. Addiego (363) for San Francisco Chronicle (7,630) on 13 May 2015

A celebration of an artist who's utterly delighted an international audience of children - and more than a few adults…

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By Brian Orndorf (4,059) for Blu-ray.com (2,093) on 13 May 2015

Perhaps a sharper exploration of Spinney's life isn't presented, but the documentary gets by on the basics, supplying a new perspective on…

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By Betsy Sharkey (695) for Los Angeles Times (12,977) on 13 May 2015

From the beginning, the filmmakers promise an affectionate look at the man, and in that they deliver…

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By Sean Burns (1,156) for The ARTery (128) on 12 May 2015

It is impossible to observe the film's interviews with Spinney and not be taken aback by the man's extraordinary sensitivity, and the deeply…

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By Ronnie Scheib (420) for Variety (12,700) on 10 May 2015

As endless processions of friends and colleagues attest to Spinney’s genius, and the filmmakers wallow in never-before-seen behind-the-scenes…

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By Sheila O'malley (474) for RogerEbert.com (5,563) on 07 May 2015

Pulling back the curtain to see how Carrol Spinney does it is not only a revelation of technique but a reminder of just how brilliant he is…

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By Laura Clifford (2,742) for Reeling Reviews (4,376) on 06 May 2015

Four years after Being Elmo: A Puppeteer's Journey promoted the idea that a Muppet character embodied love, along come the documentarian duo…

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By Robin Clifford (1,670) for Reeling Reviews (4,376) on 06 May 2015

The main thing I got out of I Am Big Bird is this: Big Bird = unconditional love…

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By Linda Holmes (61) for NPR (1,713) on 06 May 2015

For Muppet enthusiasts or just folks who like to hear about unusual jobs, it's worth seeking out…

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By Mike Mcgranaghan (1,821) for Aisle Seat (1,783) on 06 May 2015

A wonderful, inspiring look at how the best art, regardless of the age group at which it's aimed, always comes with a special personal touch…

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By Jesse Hassenger (800) for AV Club (2,778) on 06 May 2015

Henson saw potential in Spinney that he proceeded to realize over the course of many years. I Am Big Bird only has 90 minutes to cover the basics…

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By Frank Scheck (1,741) for Hollywood Reporter (2,966) on 05 May 2015

Shines a much deserved spotlight on this unheralded artist…

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By Jen Chaney (126) for The Dissolve (1,478) on 05 May 2015

I Am Big Bird breezes by a couple of opportunities to dig deeper into thornier subject matter, but those minor oversights don’t hurt the…

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By David Noh (869) for Film Journal International (5,095) on 05 May 2015

The man lurking beneath all those Big Bird yellow feathers takes the spotlight in this highly endearing documentary…

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Review of I Am Big Bird: The Caroll Spinney Story (2015)

By Stephen Whitty (1,794) for Newark Star-Ledger (1,745) on 05 May 2015

We learn about the highs and lows of Spinney's life, and get some insight into his character - a character which, not surprisingly, seems to…

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By Neil Genzlinger (512) for New York Times (5,786) on 04 May 2015

This film, by Dave LaMattina and Chad Walker, reminds us that even the most omnipresent cultural phenomena were created by someone, usually…

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By Daisy Bowie-Sell (7) for Time Out (7,510) on 04 May 2015

It’s an adoring portrait — almost cloyingly so — with an emotional soundtrack that grates a little…

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