The Muppets on Puppets
1970
8
Film produced by the Puppeteers of America documenting a visit from Jim Henson and Frank Oz to MIT in 1989. It features an introduction as well as closing comments by Frank Oz both from 1993.
Jim Henson and Rowlf the Dog explain the art and history of puppetry, and let the viewer in on some of the secrets in performing his own act, the Muppets.
The Muppets on Puppets
1970
8
A documentary which explores the making of Jim Henson and Frank Oz's 1982 fantasy film 'The Dark Crystal', which originally aired on PBS in the United States on January 9, 1983. This one-hour documentary details the technological innovations in the field of animatronics, art design, film making, and Henson's own brand of magic. Requiring 5 years of production, including over two years of pre-production, The Dark Crystal was inspired by the imagination of artist Brian Froud and conceived by scores of talented designers, builders, technicians, and performers. The World of the Dark Crystal shows how Jim Henson's Creature Shop in London and the Muppet Workshop in New York brought Brian Froud's art and Jim Henson's vision to life.
The World of 'The Dark Crystal'
1983
6
Featuring unprecedented access to Jim Henson's personal archives, filmmaker Ron Howard brings us a fascinating and insightful look at a complex man whose boundless imagination inspired the world.
Jim Henson Idea Man
2024
7
Following Jim Henson's passing on May 16th 1990, two public memorial services were held. The first (featured here) was held in New York at Cathedral of St. John the Divine on May 21, 1990. The second service was held in London at St. Paul's Cathedral on July 2nd 1990.
Jim Henson's Memorial Service
1990
10
An unsold TV pilot based on the classic comic strip, shot by Jim Henson with puppets built by Don Sahlin.
The Wizard of Id
1969
0
Join Kermit the Frog, Oscar the Grouch, and Gobo Fraggle as they celebrate Jim Henson, the man who inspired the lovers, the dreamers, and all of us to come and play, and dance our cares away.
Happy Birthday Jim Henson
2024
10
The story of how Jim Henson tried to convince broadcasters that The Muppets was a great idea and how he worked to get the characters on air where they became a comedy staple.
Muppet Man
0
ALEXANDER THE GRAPE, an unfinished cut-paper animated short from Jim Henson from 1965, relates the fable of a young grape with big ambitions who learns that it is better to accept yourself than to try to be something you are not. The short was reconstructed from film and audio elements; images from Jim’s storyboard fill in missing segments of the animation.
Alexander the Grape
1965
6
Consists of the shorts "The Muppet Introduction", "Just a Few Announcements" and "Sell, Sell, Sell".
Muppet Picker Upper
1975
0
It's Tutter's birthday and viewers are invited to join Bear and the gang in the Big Blue House as they work together to plan a surprise party for Tutter. This stage production features many of the voices from the show and many of its songs as well.
Bear in the Big Blue House LIVE! - Surprise Party
2002
9
A tantalizing documentary following the mental and physical toll it takes being an eSport athlete. Taking a focus on eSports and the unrelenting grind it takes to reach the top tier. It follows competitive eSport players of all tiers and exploring the major drawbacks that comes with competing. As well as their routine when training for a game and the backend that holds everything up. Something that not many people even know about.
Athlete
0
"Hilda Humana Hilst" is a documentary that explores the life and work of writer Hilda Hilst, one of the most enigmatic figures in Brazilian literature. Combining interviews, archival footage, and testimonials from friends and scholars, the film outlines the author's journey, from her poetic and theatrical works to her more experimental writings. In addition to addressing her literary production, the film also delves into her philosophical and spiritual aspects and the influence she had on her contemporaries.
Hilda Humana Hilst
2002
0
Bill Moyers takes a piercing look at how global economic changes are destroying the lives and livelihoods of hardworking Americans. The documentary follows several individuals and their families in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, as they fight to make ends meet in the “new economy.” In sheer numbers, more jobs were created than lost in America during the last decade, but a look behind those numbers reveals a shortage of jobs that pay enough to support a family. The program intimately portrays the lives of workers and their families as they struggle to make it in today’s job market.
Minimum Wages: The New Economy
1992
0
The girl holding the world’s record for selling Girl Scout Cookies shows how effective sales techniques and setting of personal goals lead to success.
The Cookie Kid
1980
0
As the nights go by, a young filmmaker uses his video camera to express his thoughts, dreams, and inner turmoil to an online friend.
You're Reminded As You Fall Asleep
2024
9
Featuring exclusive behind-the-scenes footage, Lim Young-woong wows his legion of fans with an electrifying performance at a concert in Seoul.
임영웅│아임 히어로 더 스타디움
2024
0
A chronicle of legendary Native American poet/activist John Trudell's travels, spoken word performances and politics.
Trudell
2005
5
Crashing the Con is a documentary on San Diego Comic-Con 2008, and more importantly, a profile on the various types of people whom attend and exhibit at it every year. Told through a series of humorous stories and interviews, we explore what makes these individuals tick and why they travel from around the globe to attend this convention every year.
Crashing the Con
2009
5
Friends, family, co-stars and admirers of actor Steve McQueen talk about his life and his movie career.
Steve McQueen: The Essence of Cool
2005
6
Various MGM stars from yesterday present their favorite musical moments from the studio's 50 year history.
That's Entertainment!
1974
7