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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.
5 ft 2 in (157 cm) Joseph Carey Merrick (5 August 1862 – 11 April 1890), often erroneously called John Merrick, was an English artist known for his severe physical deformities. 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 ...
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
- David Lynch
- 1980-10-10
Dr. Frederic Treves (Anthony Hopkins) discovers Joseph (John) Merrick (John Hurt) in a sideshow. Born with a congenital disorder, Merrick uses his disfigurement to earn a living as the...
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- David Lynch
- PG
- John Hurt
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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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.
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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.
