True Story of the Elephant Man
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Documentary on the life and times of Joseph Merrick, a man afflicted with a strange medical condition causing shocking physical deformities that made him a freak of Victorian society. Known as "The Elephant Man," Merrick led a tortured life until he was rescued by surgeon Frederick Treves, who persu
Film Details
Also Known As
Sci-Trek (09/29/97)
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1997
Production Company
BBC (Main Listing)
Technical Specs
Duration
60m
Synopsis
Documentary on the life and times of Joseph Merrick, a man afflicted with a strange medical condition causing shocking physical deformities that made him a freak of Victorian society. Known as "The Elephant Man," Merrick led a tortured life until he was rescued by surgeon Frederick Treves, who persuaded the London Hospital to offer sanctuary to Merrick and help determine the true cause of his affliction. Includes records, skeleton remains and rare photos from the London Hospital Medial College.
Film Details
Also Known As
Sci-Trek (09/29/97)
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1997
Production Company
BBC (Main Listing)
Technical Specs
Duration
60m
