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"The Elephant Man" is a 1980 film directed by David Lynch about a severely deformed man in Victorian England and his relationship with a compassionate doctor. The film is considered significant for its sensitive portrayal of human dignity and Lynch's artistic direction, establishing him as an important filmmaker.
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8.0A 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.
Released: 1980-10-09124 minDir: David LynchDrama, History
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- Anthony Hopkins as Frederick Treves
- John Hurt as John Merrick
- Anne Bancroft as Mrs Kendal
- John Gielgud as Carr Gomm
- Wendy Hiller as Mothershead
- Freddie Jones as Bytes
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