I loved this documentary. The waterworks started well before the footage from Jim Henson’s funeral. It’s impossible to feel cynical or unmoved by Kevin Clash’s story - it’s so fucking nice, his story of personal passion, parental support, and championed talent. It’s also an absolutely horrifying moment, hearing Elmo’s original voice.

One of my favourite things ever was discovering Kevin Clash when he was interviewed by Rove. He was so entertaining, and humble, and inhabited the character so thoroughly, that you were just completely charmed. Even as someone who watched Sesame Street long before Elmo ever existed.

This movie tells his story, and so much more. It's a tale of someone who chased their dream, became friends with their idol, and in the process created something that changed children's lives the world over. I loved it not only for Kevin's story, but for the insight into the Henson universe as a whole.

Magical.

I love that we live in a world that not only had a place for this guy and his particular talent, but completely embraced it. His journey reminded me of the plot to the latest Muppet movie, I wonder if this was the inspiration? It certainly was an inspirational and surprisingly emotional watch. Loads of people my age wanted to do what this kid did, what a legend.

This touching documentary tells the story of the man behind the internationally beloved icon Elmo.

Kevin Clash grew up idolising Muppet creator Jim Henson, yet had no idea one day he'd finally get the opportunity to work alongside him. Being Elmo follows Clash as he began making his own puppets at a young age, to meeting Kermit Love and then eventually creating Sesame Street. This documentary runs deeper than just a recounting of events. It's a portrayal of how Elmo represents the human spirit and how much the character really means to generations. Dry eyes aren't guaranteed.

Film #32 of my June 100

I love that furry red bastard.

An insight into the man behind the much loved Elmo. Narrated in much the same way as bios on any of the documentary channels. It was heartwarming at times but the story itself hasn't stuck with me.

Beautiful documentary and the emotion hits you several times throughout the film. Its a wonderful story of a boy who grew up to achieve his dreams and its hard not to fall in love with Elmo and the man behind him. There's some topics I would have liked to have seen asked, like what does he think and feel when the world's elite celebrities are talking to his hand and he's almost invisible?

This is a fun documentary about a young man who achieved his dream of being a puppeteer. It is really cool to see creative, dedicated (and kind) people fulfill their unorthodox dreams. This documentary isn't very deep but it is light and fun. It's interesting to see the man behind Elmo and behind the scenes of Sesame Street as well. The use of archival footage is great but I have to ask, why was so much of his life documented on film? Like his first meeting with Kermit – why on earth would that have mandated a camera?

It's really interesting how being a puppeteer is such an intense profession, they absolutely love what it and it clearly takes a particular talent, before this movie I never gave it much thought and assumed it as more or less a mechanical task, but imbuing the puppets with life and personality really takes certain types of people.

If you don't love Elmo, you can't love anybody!