The Elephant Man (1980)
A true story of courage and human dignity.
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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. Based on the true story of Joseph Merrick (called John Merrick in the film), a severely deformed man in 19th century London.
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Mark Kermode reviews The Elephant Man | BFI Player
In conversation with... The Elephant Man producer Jonathan Sanger
Great Directors - David Lynch on "The Elephant Man" and Mel Brooks
