The Elephant Man 1980
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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.
- Released: 1980-10-09
- Runtime: 124 minutes
- Genre: Drama, History
- Stars: Anthony Hopkins, John Hurt, Anne Bancroft, John Gielgud, Wendy Hiller
- Director: Anne V. Coates, David Lynch, David Lynch, Patricia Norris, Freddie Francis
- Source: Layarstar
