The Elephant Man
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.
Actor: Anthony Hopkins, John Hurt, Anne Bancroft, John Gielgud, Wendy Hiller
Production: Brooksfilms
Country: United Kingdom, United States of America
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