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John Merrick, 'The Elephant Man'
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Oct 10, 1980 · A true story of a Victorian surgeon who rescues a disfigured man from a circus and tries to help him. The film stars Anthony Hopkins, John Hurt and Anne Bancroft, and was directed by David Lynch.
- (259K)
- Biography, Drama
- David Lynch
- 1980-10-10
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.
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...
- (63)
- David Lynch
- PG
- John Hurt
A Victorian surgeon rescues a disfigured man from a circus and tries to help him live a normal life. The film explores the themes of humanity, compassion and exploitation in 19th century London.
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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A 1980 film by David Lynch based on the true story of John Merrick, a severely deformed man who befriends a London surgeon in Victorian England. The DVD/Blu-ray features a new 4K restoration, interviews, documentaries, and more.
