| Description |
1 videodisc of 1 (123 min.) : sound, black and white ; 4 3/4 in. viewing copy. |
| Note |
Based on: The elephant man and other reminiscences / by Sir Frederick Treves and in part on The elephant man : a study in human dignity / by Ashley Montagu. |
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Originally released as a motion picture in 1980. |
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For specific features see interactive menu. |
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"01347"--Container. |
| Credits |
Director of photography, Freddie Francis ; film editor, Anne V. Coats ; music, John Morris. |
| Cast |
Anthony Hopkins, John Hurt, Anne Bancroft, John Gielgud, Wendy Hiller. |
| 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. |
| System Details |
DVD. |
| Language |
Language tracks: English, French; English subtitles. |
| Subject |
Merrick, Joseph Carey, 1862 or 1863-1890 -- Drama.
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Neurofibromatosis -- Drama -- Videodiscs.
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DVDs.
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| Genre |
Feature films.
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Video recordings for the hearing impaired.
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| Added Author |
Hopkins, Anthony, 1937-
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Treves, Frederick, 1853-1923.
Elephant man.
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Montagu, Ashley, 1905-1999.
Elephant man.
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Brooksfilms (Firm)
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Paramount Pictures Corporation.
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| Added Title |
Elephant man (Motion picture)
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| ISBN |
9780792173182 |
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079217318X |
| Standard No. |
097360134742 |
| Music No. |
01347 Paramount |
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