Topic: Puppets

Direction Jeffrey Addiss · Will Matthews · Louis Leterrier

Synopsis The Dark Crystal: Age Of Resistance (TV Series) (2019) transports viewers back to the mystical realm of Thra for a fresh adventure. This 10-episode series follows the journey of three Gelfling who uncover a chilling truth about the Skeksis' dominance....

Direction Alvaro Díaz · Pedro Peirano

Cast Alvaro Díaz · Pedro Peirano · Daniel Castro · Rodrigo Salinas

Synopsis 31 Minutes (TV Series) (2003) is a critically acclaimed Chilean television series that stands out for its uniquely bizarre and endearing characters. The show offers a refreshing change in the world of television, as it avoids pretension and instead focuses...

Direction Joseph Pelling · Becky Sloan · Baker Terry

Synopsis Don't Hug Me I'm Scared (TV Series) (2022) follows the peculiar adventures of Red Guy, Yellow Guy, and Duck, residents of the seemingly idyllic town of Clayhill. As they navigate their days, they embark on a twisted and surreal educational...

Direction Aurel Klimt · Vlasta Pospísilová

Synopsis Fimfárum Jana Wericha (2002) is a Czech puppet-animated feature for adults, inspired by the works of Czech actor and writer Jan Werich. This film comprises five distinct short stories: "When the Leaves Fall from the Oak," "Fearless Frankie," "Mean Barka,"...

Direction Lolo Rico · Ernesto Quintana · Emilio Arribas

Cast Olvido Gara "Alaska" · Isabel Bauza · Miguel Ángel Valero · Javier Gurruchaga

Synopsis La bola de cristal (TV Series) (1984) was a vibrant children's program structured into four distinct segments. The first segment, "Los electroduendes," featured a puppet show hosted by Isabel Bauza. The second segment, "El librovisor," delved into the heroes of...

Direction Jirí Barta

Synopsis The Pied Piper of Hamelin (Krysar) (1985) presents a grim and eerie interpretation of the classic tale. The narrative unfolds in a medieval town plagued by a rat infestation, where the desperate citizens hire a mysterious piper to rid them...

Direction Jim Henson

Cast Jennifer Connelly · David Bowie · David Goelz · Toby Froud

Synopsis Labyrinth (1986) follows the journey of a 15-year-old girl named Sarah who inadvertently summons the Goblin King, Jareth, and wishes her baby half-brother, Toby, into his realm. Jareth agrees to return Toby only if Sarah can navigate his intricate and...

Direction Jim Henson · Eric Till · George Bloomfield · Terry Maskell

Synopsis Fraggle Rock (TV Series) (1983) is a beloved animated series that aired from 1983 to 1987, spanning 5 seasons and 96 episodes. The story revolves around Doc and his canine companion, Sprocket, who discover a hidden world behind a wall...

Direction Anthony Goldsmith

Cast Brian Froud · Frank Oz · Gary Kurtz · Oswald Morris

Synopsis The World of The Dark Crystal (TV) (1983) offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the groundbreaking advancements in animatronics, art design, filmmaking, and the distinctive Henson magic that brought "The Dark Crystal" to life. Spanning over two years of meticulous...

Direction Wladyslaw Starewicz · Irene Starewicz

Synopsis The Story of the Fox (1937) unfolds in a realm where animals reign, and the cunning Master Fox is notorious for his deceptions. The Lion, the King of the jungle, grows weary of the constant grievances against Master Fox and...

Direction Jirí Trnka

Synopsis The Hand (S) (1965) is a thought-provoking film that serves as a potent metaphor for the struggles of an artist working under the weight of restrictive censorship. The narrative delves into the challenges faced by a creative individual as they...

Direction Jim Henson · Joan Ganz Cooney · Jon Stone · Lisa Simon

Synopsis Sesame Street (TV Series) (1969) is an iconic American educational children's television program designed for preschool-aged children, setting a benchmark for contemporary educational television by blending learning with fun. The series is renowned for its beloved Muppet characters, crafted by...

Direction Marilyn Agrelo

Cast Jim Henson · Jon Stone · Joan Ganz Cooney

Synopsis Street Gang: How We Got to Sesame Street (2021) delves into the origins of the iconic children's television show, chronicling how visionary creator Joan Ganz Cooney, original series director Jon Stone, and the legendary Muppets creator Jim Henson, along with...

Direction Ron Howard

Synopsis Jim Henson Idea Man (2024) offers an intimate journey into the creative genius of Jim Henson, tracing his path from local television puppeteering to global fame with iconic productions like Sesame Street and The Muppet Show. With exclusive access to...

Direction Anders Rønnow Klarlund

Synopsis Strings (2004) follows the epic tale of Hal Tara, the heir to a royal throne, who embarks on a quest to avenge his father's murder. Along the way, he uncovers profound truths about his lineage and heritage. In an unexpected...

Direction Eros V

Cast David Jonsson · Máiréad Tyers · Gregg Chillin

Synopsis Meat Puppet (2024) follows the story of Oz, a carefree and immature man-child who is on the verge of missing his girlfriend's graduation due to his obsession with toys. Just as he realizes his mistake, a peculiar package arrives, containing...

Direction Pier Paolo Pasolini

Cast Totò · Ninetto Davoli · Laura Betti · Franco Franchi

Synopsis Che cosa sono le nuvole? (S) (1967) presents a unique narrative where puppets in a windowless theater miraculously come to life. In this enchanting tale, the puppets take on the roles of characters from William Shakespeare's renowned tragedy, "Othello.

Direction Jirí Trnka

Cast Detsky pevecky sbor Jana Kuhna

Synopsis Prince Bajaja (1950) follows the journey of Bayaya, a humble peasant boy who is guided and safeguarded by the spirit of his deceased mother. His path leads him to the royal castle, where he is welcomed by the King and...

Direction Jim Henson · Frank Oz

Synopsis The Dark Crystal (1982) unfolds on a distant world in a bygone era. A millennium prior, the Dark Crystal was shattered by an Urskek, initiating an epoch of turmoil. As the momentous conjunction of the three suns approaches, the fate...

Direction Joseph Pelling · Becky Sloan

Synopsis Don't Hug Me I'm Scared 6 (S) (2016) follows the isolated Yellow Guy as he attempts to halt a lamp's eerie lessons about dreams. Meanwhile, Red Guy uncovers the unsettling truth about the puppets' origins, leading to a disturbing revelation.