The documentary “Jim Henson Idea Man,” from Ron Howard, explains how the puppeteer was inspired by felt, feathers and the lifelong pursuit of creativity.
The Man Behind the Muppets
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Beyond the Obvious Into the Nuance
The documentary “Jim Henson Idea Man,” from Ron Howard, explains how the puppeteer was inspired by felt, feathers and the lifelong pursuit of creativity.