The Elephant Man 1980

Name: The Elephant Man
Released: 1980-10-09
Cast: Anthony Hopkins, John Hurt, Anne Bancroft, John Gielgud, Wendy Hiller

Synopsis:

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.

Directed by:	David Lynch
Written by:	David Lynch & Eric Bergren & Christopher De Vore
Release date:	1980-10-09
Runtime:	124 minutes
Critics score:	90 / 100
Tagline:	A true story of courage and human dignity.