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The Hooper's-death episode made a big impression on me when I was 3 years old -- it was actually the first frank discussion of death that I can remember being p
by MisterOctober 8y ago
The Hooper's-death episode made a big impression on me when I was 3 years old -- it was actually the first frank discussion of death that I can remember being party to. The part where [if I recall correctly] Gordon and Olivia help Big Bird understand that 'Mr Looper' is not coming back is seared into my mind. How Spinney managed to convey so much emotion with only voice and body language is a marvel. I also clearly recall identifying with Big Bird's attachment to his teddy bear 'Radar.'
Big up Spinney!
- acomjean 8y agoyoutube of big bird/Hoopers death. I think Spinney did the drawings Big Bird hands out. https://youtu.be/gxlj4Tk83xQ https://youtu.be/gxlj4Tk83xQ "NSFW, unless you want everyone in the office to see you crying." from comments on Gothamist: http://gothamist.com/2018/10/17/big_bird_caroll_spinney_goodbye.php http://gothamist.com/2018/10/17/big_bird_caroll_spinney_good...
- Zelphyr 8y agoOne great example at how good he was at conveying emotion with Big Bird was when Big Bird had a guest appearance on The West Wing. Didn't say a word, and the scene lasted all of about ten seconds, but was still hilarious.