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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. The film, directed by David Lynch, stars Anthony Hopkins, John Hurt and Anne Bancroft, and was nominated for 8 Oscars.
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- Biography, Drama
- David Lynch
- 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
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.
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 classic biographical drama about John Merrick, a severely deformed man who befriends a London surgeon in Victorian England. The film features a stunning black-and-white cinematography, a stellar cast, and a powerful score by John Morris.
