Cinematic background from The Elephant Man 1980 - 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.

The Elephant Man

1980

Biography, Drama

Directors:
David Lynch
Writers:
Christopher De Vore, Eric Bergren, Frederick Treves, David Lynch, Ashley Montagu
Official poster of The Elephant Man 1980 directed by David Lynch