The elephant man / Paramount Pictures presents ; a Brooksfilms production ; screenplay by Christopher DeVore, Eric Bergren, David Lynch ; produced by Jonathan Sanger ; directed by David Lynch.
Publisher:
Paramount Pictures,
Copyright Date:
2017
Description:
1 videodisc (123 min.) : sound, black and white ; 4 3/4 in.
Anthony Hopkins, John Hurt, Anne Bancroft, John Gielgud, Wendy Hiller, Freddie Jones. Based on: The elephant man and other reminiscences / by Sir Frederick Treves and in part on The elephant man : a study in human dignity / by Ashley Montagu. Originally released as a motion picture in 1980. Special features: The elephant man revealed ; Christopher Tucker's workshop ; narrated photo gallery.
Summary:
Based on a true story, the film examines the complex emotional experiences faced by John Merrick, the "Elephant Man" when he is discovered by a dedicated surgeon. Rescued from his degrading life as a circus freak, Merrick is given a chance to live his last years with comfort, respect, and dignity.
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