The elephant man
(Weekly Rental DVD)

Extras to be confirmed, Region 2, 2 disc(s), Interactive menus, Languages (English), Subtitles for hard of hearing (English), Interviews (Frank Connor (still photographer), Jonathan Sanger (producer), David Lynch (director), John Hurt (actor)), Other documentaries ('Joseph Merrick: The Real Elephant Man', 'The Terrible Elephant Man Revealed').

Made in 1980.

Based on 'The elephant man and other reminiscences' by Sir Frederick Treves.

Credits: director, David Lynch; writer, Christopher De Vore; writer, Eric Bergren; writer, David Lynch; music, John Morris; music, Andr�e Previn; cinematographer, Freddie Francis.

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Cast: Anthony Hopkins, John Hurt, John Gielgud, Wendy Hiller, Freddie Jones, Michael Elphick, Hannah Gordon, Helen Ryan, John Standing, Dexter Fletcher, Anne Bancroft, Frederick Treves, Lesley Dunlop.

John Hurt stars as John Merrick, aka the elephant man, in this biographical drama directed by David Lynch. Brutalised in childhood for his deformities, Merrick has been ostracised throughout his life. When he is discovered by Doctor Frederick Treves (Anthony Hopkins) in Victorian London, Merrick is finally treated with the kindness and intelligence he deserves. Unfortunately, by awakening his true character the problems continue, for he can never lead a normal life.

BBFC code: PG.

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