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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.
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
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...
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- StudiocanalUK
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 hides a refined...
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- David Lynch
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- John Hurt
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.
- Frederick Treves
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Dr. Frederic Treves (Anthony Hopkins) discovers Joseph (John) Merrick (John Hurt) in a sideshow. Born with a congenital disorder, Merrick uses his disfigurem...
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A Victorian surgeon rescues a heavily disfigured man being mistreated by his "owner" as a side-show freak. Behind his monstrous façade, there is revealed a person of great intelligence and sensitivity.