REPERTORY
The Elephant Man
"A true story of courage and human dignity."
1980124 minPG8.1US
Directed by David Lynch
With 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.
Upcoming Screenings(1)
Prince Charles Cinema
Leicester Square
Thu 15 Jan
12:15