The Elephant Man
19802ч 4мин7+
(3,902)
"A true story of courage and human dignity."
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.
Director:David Lynch
Details
Basic Info
StatusReleased
Release DateOctober 9, 1980
Age Rating7+
Original Languageen
Budget5 000 000 щ.д.
Revenue26 000 000 щ.д.
Statistics
Vote Count3,902
Popularity5
Languages
English
Production Countries
United States of America
Production Companies
Brooksfilms
Crew
Writers
David Lynch
Christopher De Vore
Eric Bergren
Producers
Jonathan Sanger
Stuart Cornfeld
Mel Brooks
Composer
John Morris
Cinematography
Freddie Francis
Editor
Anne V. Coates
Keywords
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