# Jim Henson Idea Man (2024)

> A heartfelt archival portrait of Jim Henson's restless imagination and the television revolution it inspired.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/7302130

## Facts

- Runtime: 108 min
- Genres: Documentary
- Director: Ron Howard
- Cast: Jim Henson, Frank Oz, Dave Goelz, Fran Brill, Rita Moreno, Jennifer Connelly, Brian Henson, Lisa Henson
- TMDB rating: 7.8/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt19308034/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: warm, nostalgic, playful, family viewing, nostalgic viewing

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