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The Elephant Man is a 1980 biographical drama film based on the life of Joseph Merrick (referred to as "John" in the film), a severely deformed man who lived in London in the late 19th century.
He was first exhibited at a freak show under the stage name "the Elephant Man", and then went to live at the London Hospital, in Whitechapel, after meeting Sir Frederick Treves, subsequently becoming well known in London society.
Oct 10, 1980 · A true story of a disfigured man who is rescued by a Victorian surgeon and becomes a celebrity in London. Directed by David Lynch and starring Anthony Hopkins, John Hurt and Anne Bancroft, the film explores the themes of dignity, disability and human exploitation.
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- Biography, Drama
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- 1980-10-10
Born with a congenital disorder, Merrick uses his disfigurement to earn a living as the "Elephant Man." Treves brings Merrick into his home, discovering that his rough exterior...
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- David Lynch
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- John Hurt
Nov 10, 2014 · Best known as the "Elephant Man," Joseph Carey Merrick has been the subject of many medical studies, documentaries and works of fiction. By David Blatty Updated: Feb 11, 2022 (1862-1890)
Roger Ebert criticizes the film's shallow and sentimental portrayal of John Merrick, the original "elephant man" with a rare disease. He questions the meaning of Merrick's life and the film's philosophy of courage.
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Jan 22, 2020 · Experience the stunning 4K restoration of the award winning, critically acclaimed David Lynch masterpiece The Elephant Man starring John Hurt and Anthony Hopkins - returning to cinemas on...
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