Elephant Man

DVD/APPROX. 123 MINS./1980/US PG

Main feature:

Release Dec 11, 2001
Video Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Anamorphic - Enhanced for Widescreen TVs.
Audio English: Dolby Digital 5.1
English: Dolby Digital 1.0
French: Dolby Digital 1.0
Subtitles English
Studio Paramount
Year 1980
Genre Drama

Special features:

  • Interactive Menus
  • Theatrical Trailer
  • Retrospective Cast & Crew Interviews
  • Interview with Academy Award®-Winning Make-Up Artist Christopher Tucker
  • Narrated Photo Gallery

Synopsis:



Nominated For 8 Academy Awards®

The Elephant Man has been acclaimed by critics the world over for cinematographic excellence and for its outstanding story of the triumph of human dignity over ignorance, prejudice, hatred and fear. Based on a true story, the film examines the complex emotional experiences faced by John Merrick, "The Elephant Man" (Hurt), when he is discovered by a dedicated surgeon (Hopkins). Rescued from his degrading life as a circus freak, Merrick is given a chance to live his last years with comfort, respect and dignity. Anne Bancroft, John Gielgud and Wendy Hiller add their impressive skills in strong supporting roles. An unforgettable motion picture… a remarkable story, remarkably told.

Cast and Crew:

Paramount presents
Anthony HopkinsJohn HurtAnne BancroftJohn GielgudWendy HillerFreddie Jones"Elephant Man"
Written byEric BergrenWritten byChristopher DeVoreWritten byDavid Lynchproduced byJonathan Sanger
directed byDavid Lynch
Production Year: 1980

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