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The Elephant Man (1980)
"A true story of courage and human dignity."
Director: David Lynch
Overview
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.
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David Lynch: Mel Brooks Is the Guy Who Put Me on the Map
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Emotional scene from THE ELEPHANT MAN
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