The Elephant Man

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Oct 09, 80 Drama , History

Overview

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.

Editor
Anne V. Coates
Director
David Lynch
Screenplay
David Lynch
Costume Design
Patricia Norris
Director of Photography
Freddie Francis

Top Billed Cast

Anthony Hopkins
Frederick Treves
John Hurt
John Merrick
Anne Bancroft
Mrs Kendal
John Gielgud
Carr Gomm
Wendy Hiller
Mothershead
Michael Elphick
Night Porter

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