Ron Howard’s documentary Jim Henson Idea Man is a radically honest and inspiring documentary about the world- renowned puppeteer Jim Henson.
From our 2024 Schools at Doc Stories program: Ron Howard’s documentary Jim Henson Idea Man is a radically honest and inspiring documentary about the world- renowned puppeteer Jim Henson. Through intimate conversations with his family and the people he worked most closely with, the film ollows the journey of his life from childhood to death and all his successes and mistakes along the way. The film ouches upon the career-building of a puppeteer, his revolutionary work, and the unique impact he had on culture and media. A screening of this film will complement a curriculum in English Language Arts, Media Arts, and other subjects diving deep into the Jim Henson universe.