The elephant man, Paramount ; a Brooksfilms production ; screenplay by Christopher DeVore, Eric Bergen, David Lynch ; produced by Jonathan Sanger ; directed by David Lynch
Type
Label
The elephant man, Paramount ; a Brooksfilms production ; screenplay by Christopher DeVore, Eric Bergen, David Lynch ; produced by Jonathan Sanger ; directed by David Lynch
Language
eng
Characteristic
videorecording
Main title
The elephant man
Oclc number
48647781
Responsibility statement
Paramount ; a Brooksfilms production ; screenplay by Christopher DeVore, Eric Bergen, David Lynch ; produced by Jonathan Sanger ; directed by David Lynch
Runtime
123
Summary
Based on a true story, the film examines the complex emotional experiences faced by John Merrick, the "Elephant Man" when he is discovered by a dedicated surgeon. Rescued from his degrading life as a circus freak, Merrick is given a chance to live his last years with comfort, respect, and dignity
Target audience
general
Technique
live action
Contributor
Subject
Content
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Incoming Resources
- Has instance2
Outgoing Resources
- Contributor10
- Genre3
- Subject6
- Content1
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