New 4K Restoration
Before Blue Velvet cemented Lynch as one of the century’s preeminent directors, he released The Elephant Man, an atmospheric historical drama and important moment in understanding the development of the auteur’s signature style. Set in Victorian England, the black-and-white film follows London surgeon Frederick Treves (Anthony Hopkins) and his developing friendship with freak-show performer John Merrick (John Hurt), challenging perceptions around disability and human dignity. With a stellar supporting cast that includes Anne Bancroft, John Gielgud, and Wendy Hiller, Lynch’s surreal take on a biopic was nominated for eight Academy Awards, cementing his reputation as one of American cinema’s most visionary talents.
Before Blue Velvet cemented Lynch as one of the century’s preeminent directors, he released The Elephant Man, an atmospheric historical drama and important moment in understanding the development of the auteur’s signature style. Set in Victorian England, the black-and-white film follows London surgeon Frederick Treves (Anthony Hopkins) and his developing friendship with freak-show performer John Merrick (John Hurt), challenging perceptions around disability and human dignity. With a stellar supporting cast that includes Anne Bancroft, John Gielgud, and Wendy Hiller, Lynch’s surreal take on a biopic was nominated for eight Academy Awards, cementing his reputation as one of American cinema’s most visionary talents.
UPCOMING Screenings
RUNNING TIME
123min
VENUE
FORMAT
DCP
TICKET INFORMATION
General Admission: $17
Members: $12
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