Outline_Jim Henson

Case Study- Jim Henson

I. Introduction

A. Brief History - Jim Henson and his Creation

     1. Jim Henson_Bio

     2. Beginnings in trade

B.Television & Movies

     1. Current State of films and television before Henson

     2. Before Henson, what techniques were used

II. Jim Henson_Television & Movies 

A. In depth look at his technique

     1. How technique came about

     2. Trial and Errors

B. The Muppets

     1. History on Muppets

     2. How did muppets contribute to his succes  

III. Character Breakdown

A. Design & Characters

     1. In Depth look at creation of new puppets

B. Sketches, thought processes

IV. Jim Henson - Now & Beyond

A. How did Jim Henson's Puppets affect the characters we see in movies and TV

     1. Star Wars

     2. Aliens

     3. PBS_Childrens TV

B. How has the art style survived today

     1. CGI and is simularites

     2. The world without Jim Henson

V. Success & Awards