The elephant man [videorecording] / Paramount ; a Brooksfilms production ; screenplay by Christopher DeVore, Eric Bergren, David Lynch ; produced by Jonathan Sanger ; directed by David Lynch.
2001
PN1997 .E447 2001
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Title
The elephant man [videorecording] / Paramount ; a Brooksfilms production ; screenplay by Christopher DeVore, Eric Bergren, David Lynch ; produced by Jonathan Sanger ; directed by David Lynch.
Uniform Title
Elephant man (Motion picture)
Edition
Widescreen version.
ISBN
9780792173182
079217318X
079217318X
Publication Details
Hollywood, Calif. : Paramount Pictures, [2001]
Language
English
Language Note
Language tracks: English, French; English subtitles; closed captioned.
Description
1 videodisc (123 min.) : sd., b&w ; 4 3/4 in.
Item Number
097360134742
Call Number
PN1997 .E447 2001
Dewey Decimal Classification
791.43/72
Distributor No.
01347 Paramount
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.
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.
Originally released as a motion picture in 1980.
For specific features see interactive menu.
Originally released as a motion picture in 1980.
For specific features see interactive menu.
Access Note
Authorized for private home use only.
Credits
Director of photography, Freddie Francis ; film editor, Anne V. Coats ; music, John Morris.
Performer
Anthony Hopkins, John Hurt, Anne Bancroft, John Gielgud, Wendy Hiller.
Cast
Anthony Hopkins, John Hurt, Anne Bancroft, John Gielgud, Wendy Hiller.
Audience
Rated: PG
System Details Note
DVD.
Added Author
Hopkins, Anthony, 1937-
Treves, Frederick, 1853-1923. Elephant man.
Montagu, Ashley, 1905-1999 Elephant man.
Treves, Frederick, 1853-1923. Elephant man.
Montagu, Ashley, 1905-1999 Elephant man.
Added Corporate Author
Brooksfilms (Firm)
Paramount Pictures Corporation.
Paramount Pictures Corporation.
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