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The Elephant Man (1980)

A true story of courage and human dignity.

Genre: Drama, History

Released: 1980-10-09

Runtime: 124 min.

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.

8.1/10

124 min.

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