8.0The Elephant Man · 1980
The Elephant Man (1980) is a Drama / History film directed by David Lynch, starring Anthony Hopkins, John Hurt, Anne Bancroft.
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8.0Overview
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. Based on the true story of Joseph Merrick (called John Merrick in the film), a severely deformed man in 19th century London.
Cast
Anthony Hopkins, John Hurt, Anne Bancroft, John Gielgud, Wendy Hiller, Freddie Jones, Michael Elphick, Hannah Gordon
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What is "The Elephant Man" about?
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. Based on the true story of Joseph Merrick (called John Merrick in the film), a severely deformed man in 19th century London.
When was "The Elephant Man" released?
The Elephant Man was released in 1980.
Who stars in "The Elephant Man"?
The cast includes Anthony Hopkins, John Hurt, Anne Bancroft, John Gielgud.
