Statements (657)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:musical
gptkb:biography gptkb:historical_figure gptkb:book gptkb:documentary gptkb:artwork gptkb:biographical_film gptkb:play gptkb:film gptkb:stage_play |
| gptkbp:adaptation |
gptkb:film_adaptation
gptkb:television_adaptation gptkb:The_Elephant_Man_(1980_film) gptkb:film gptkb:The_Elephant_Man_(2002_stage_adaptation) The Elephant Man (2019 stage adaptation) |
| gptkbp:adaptations |
gptkb:The_Elephant_Man_(play)
gptkb:The_Elephant_Man_(film) |
| gptkbp:adapted_into |
gptkb:musical
gptkb:radio_station gptkb:biography gptkb:book gptkb:television gptkb:film gptkb:stage_play stage productions various stage productions a play The Elephant Man: A Study in Human Dignity biography of Joseph Merrick the biography by Ashley Montagu |
| gptkbp:addresses |
prejudice and discrimination
the concept of beauty the concept of normalcy |
| gptkbp:author |
gptkb:Bernard_Pomerance
|
| gptkbp:available_on |
gptkb:DVD
gptkb:Blu-ray streaming services |
| gptkbp:awards |
gptkb:Tony_Award_for_Best_Play
gptkb:none gptkb:Tony_Award gptkb:Drama_Desk_Award_for_Outstanding_Play gptkb:Emmy_Awards gptkb:BAFTA_Awards Academy Award nominations Golden Globe nominations |
| gptkbp:based_on |
gptkb:Joseph_Merrick
gptkb:The_Elephant_Man_(play) True story Joseph Merrick's life the life of Joseph Merrick The Elephant Man (book) the play by Bernard Pomerance the life of John Merrick |
| gptkbp:box_office |
successful
$26 million $26.1 million $26.5 million $26.8 million $26.9 million |
| gptkbp:budget |
gptkb:$5_million
|
| gptkbp:character |
gptkb:Nurse
gptkb:Carr_Gomm gptkb:Bishop gptkb:John_Merrick gptkb:Joseph_Merrick gptkb:Mrs._Kendal gptkb:Dr._Frederick_Treves gptkb:Lord_John Mr. Bytes The Elephant Man's Audience The Elephant Man's Enemies The Elephant Man's Father The Elephant Man's Friends The Elephant Man's Mother The Elephant Man's Supporters Dr. Treves' moral conflict Merrick's father Merrick's friends Merrick's mother |
| gptkbp:character_development |
John Merrick's transformation
Frederick Treves' perspective John Merrick's journey Mrs. Kendal's role |
| gptkbp:cinematography |
gptkb:Freddie_Francis
|
| gptkbp:cinematography_by |
gptkb:Freddie_Francis
|
| gptkbp:color |
Black and white
black-and-white |
| gptkbp:contains |
historical references
|
| gptkbp:costume_design |
gptkb:Milena_Canonero
|
| gptkbp:country |
gptkb:United_Kingdom
gptkb:United_States |
| gptkbp:cover_artist |
gptkb:unknown
|
| gptkbp:created_by |
gptkb:David_Lynch
gptkb:Bernard_Pomerance |
| gptkbp:critical_reception |
Highly acclaimed
Positive reviews acclaimed positive controversial positive reviews highly acclaimed cult following emotional impact controversial themes |
| gptkbp:cult_status |
among film enthusiasts
|
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
gptkb:Significant
gptkb:significant gptkb:theater_productions inspired art inspired adaptations considered a classic artistic interpretations Critically acclaimed influenced literature influenced art inspired documentaries inspired books influenced film inspired stage adaptations inspired television adaptations discussions on identity influenced other films influenced television influential film discussions on disability influenced theatre discussions on empathy discussions on humanity Significant impact on disability representation in media. |
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
explores themes of identity
disability representation advocacy for the marginalized challenges societal norms examines societal norms explores identity exploration of humanity explores humanity Victorian society critique raises awareness of disabilities challenges perceptions of beauty explores themes of empathy A critique of societal norms. A reflection on compassion. A study of humanity. raises awareness about disabilities reflection on societal norms explores disability artistic expression of suffering examines human dignity medical ethics discussion |
| gptkbp:depicts |
disability
Victorian society medical history marginalization victorian society human compassion Victorian attitudes towards disability the life of a circus performer Merrick's struggles for acceptance friendship between Merrick and Treves medical treatment of deformities the life of Joseph Merrick the medical ethics of the time the role of the circus in society the life of a man with a rare condition |
| gptkbp:design |
gptkb:Stuart_Craig
|
| gptkbp:directed_by |
gptkb:David_Lynch
David Lynch (film adaptation) |
| gptkbp:director |
gptkb:Jack_O'_Brien
gptkb:David_Lynch |
| gptkbp:discusses |
the nature of beauty
|
| gptkbp:distributor |
gptkb:Paramount_Pictures
|
| gptkbp:edited_by |
gptkb:Mary_Sweeney
gptkb:Anne_V._Coates gptkb:Dede_Allen gptkb:Donn_Cambern |
| gptkbp:editing |
gptkb:Anne_V._Coates
|
| gptkbp:examines |
the concept of normalcy
|
| gptkbp:explores |
themes of humanity
themes of friendship themes of identity identity and humanity themes of compassion themes of exploitation friendship and compassion themes of compassion and humanity themes of social injustice |
| gptkbp:features |
gptkb:Anne_Bancroft
gptkb:Anthony_Hopkins gptkb:John_Hurt gptkb:historical_figures emotional depth medical ethics biographical elements themes of compassion fictionalized elements |
| gptkbp:features_song |
gptkb:John_Morris
|
| gptkbp:features_voice_actors |
gptkb:Anne_Bancroft
gptkb:Michael_Elphick gptkb:Anthony_Hopkins gptkb:John_Gielgud gptkb:John_Hurt gptkb:Freddie_Jones gptkb:Jeremy_Kemp gptkb:Peter_Postlethwaite gptkb:Wendy_Hiller gptkb:Catherine_Mc_Cormack gptkb:David_Schofield |
| gptkbp:film_awards |
gptkb:Best_Film
gptkb:Cannes_Film_Festival_Best_Film gptkb:Cannes_Film_Festival_Best_Actor gptkb:Cannes_Film_Festival_Best_Director gptkb:BAFTA_Awards Best Picture nomination Best Actor nomination for John Hurt Best Director nomination for David Lynch |
| gptkbp:film_editing |
gptkb:Anne_V._Coates
gptkb:Dede_Allen |
| gptkbp:film_festival |
gptkb:Cannes_Film_Festival
gptkb:Toronto_International_Film_Festival gptkb:Cannes_Film_Festival_1980 |
| gptkbp:film_score |
acclaimed
|
| gptkbp:film_technique |
symbolism
non-linear storytelling black-and-white non-linear narrative surreal elements makeup effects black-and-white cinematography expressionistic lighting |
| gptkbp:filming_location |
gptkb:London
|
| gptkbp:first_edition |
gptkb:1980
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| gptkbp:first_performance |
gptkb:1977
gptkb:London gptkb:New_York_City |
| gptkbp:focuses_on |
life of Joseph Merrick
|
| gptkbp:follows |
gptkb:Joseph_Merrick
the story of a disfigured man the story of Joseph Merrick |
| gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:biography
gptkb:drama gptkb:historical_fiction biographical drama psychological drama |
| gptkbp:has |
a cult following
a powerful narrative a screenplay by Christopher De Vore a screenplay by Eric Bergren |
| gptkbp:has_been |
revived multiple times
|
| gptkbp:has_been_restored |
gptkb:multiple_times
|
| gptkbp:has_character |
gptkb:Bishop
gptkb:Joseph_Merrick gptkb:Mrs._Kendal gptkb:Dr._Frederick_Treves Mr. Bytes |
| gptkbp:has_cultural_impact |
explores themes of identity
inspired other films inspired stage adaptations discussed in academic studies explores themes of love explores themes of resilience explores themes of societal norms explores themes of friendship analyzed in film criticism explores themes of tragedy explores themes of empathy explores themes of disability explores themes of exploitation explores themes of medical ethics |
| gptkbp:has_genre |
biographical drama
|
| gptkbp:has_influenced |
many filmmakers
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| gptkbp:has_language |
English
|
| gptkbp:has_performed_at |
internationally
|
| gptkbp:has_rating |
gptkb:PG
|
| gptkbp:has_theme |
compassion
human dignity societal rejection |
| gptkbp:has_themes |
gptkb:acceptance
gptkb:human_rights gptkb:humanity gptkb:friendship gptkb:identity gptkb:social_justice gptkb:tragedy love hope compassion courage empathy isolation resilience suffering moral dilemmas societal norms self-acceptance perseverance identity crisis the nature of suffering the nature of love exploitation the relationship between the individual and society self-worth acceptance and love medical ethics personal struggle the importance of kindness dignity victimization the search for identity the role of the artist the fragility of life the search for belonging the impact of fame the struggle for acceptance the exploration of morality the complexity of human relationships the struggle for dignity the exploration of the human condition the impact of trauma on identity the quest for understanding the exploration of the human experience the conflict between appearance and reality the exploration of human relationships the impact of society on the individual the consequences of prejudice the power of empathy the nature of compassion society's perception of beauty the significance of personal stories the importance of understanding others the exploration of identity and self-worth the exploration of societal values the impact of societal expectations on individuals the impact of societal norms on individuals the importance of human connection the role of compassion in society the role of the outsider in society the significance of empathy in human interactions |
| gptkbp:historical_context |
freak shows
Based on true events. 19th century medicine Victorian attitudes towards disability Reflects societal views of the time. Explores the treatment of individuals with disabilities. 19th century medical practices Victorian society's view on deformity asylum conditions social class disparities |
| gptkbp:home_media_release |
gptkb:DVD
gptkb:Blu-ray Digital download VHS, DVD, Blu-ray |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
The Elephant Man
|
| gptkbp:influenced |
gptkb:film_adaptations
gptkb:artistic_expressions gptkb:literature gptkb:music gptkb:theater_productions theatre arts theater and film biographical films subsequent biopics future biographical films disability representation in media discussions on disability public perception of disabilities artistic representations of deformity artistic representations of disability documentaries about Joseph Merrick theatrical portrayals of disability the field of theatre Future films about disability. The portrayal of marginalized individuals in film. subsequent films about disabilities the portrayal of historical figures in cinema modern portrayals of disability |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:German_Expressionism
gptkb:disability_rights_movement gptkb:theatre_of_the_absurd gptkb:The_Elephant_Man_(play) gptkb:The_Elephant_Man_(1980_film) gptkb:historical_context gptkb:Victorian_era expressionism realism social issues real-life events Victorian society silent films biographical drama medical ethics silent film aesthetics Victorian medicine Victorian attitudes towards disability Freak show culture. Social attitudes towards disability. Victorian medical practices. |
| gptkbp:influences |
gptkb:theater
gptkb:disability_rights_movement gptkb:horror_films gptkb:historical_figures German cinema expressionism surrealism real-life events medical ethics biographical films Joseph Merrick's life story |
| gptkbp:inspiration |
gptkb:Joseph_Merrick
real-life events |
| gptkbp:inspired |
gptkb:film_adaptations
gptkb:documentaries gptkb:various_adaptations gptkb:literature gptkb:artworks |
| gptkbp:inspired_by |
gptkb:The_Elephant_Man_(1980_film)
true story Joseph Merrick's life Joseph Merrick's life story |
| gptkbp:is_acclaimed_for |
yes
|
| gptkbp:is_available_in |
print and digital formats
|
| gptkbp:is_available_on |
gptkb:DVD
gptkb:Blu-ray gptkb:streaming_platforms |
| gptkbp:is_based_on |
the play by Bernard Pomerance
|
| gptkbp:is_cited_in |
the study of disability in literature
|
| gptkbp:is_considered |
a classic
a significant work in modern drama a poignant critique of society |
| gptkbp:is_considered_as |
a classic film
|
| gptkbp:is_considered_to_be |
a poignant story
a biographical drama. |
| gptkbp:is_explored_in |
academic discussions
|
| gptkbp:is_influenced_by |
gptkb:historical_figures
|
| gptkbp:is_influential_in |
theatre history
the portrayal of disabilities in media |
| gptkbp:is_notable_for |
its character development
its sensitive portrayal of disability |
| gptkbp:is_noted_for |
its emotional impact
|
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
the American theatre canon
|
| gptkbp:is_recognized_by |
gptkb:the_American_Film_Institute
the theatrical community |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_for |
its emotional depth
its poignant storytelling |
| gptkbp:is_regarded_as |
a significant film in cinema history
|
| gptkbp:is_respected_by |
its historical accuracy
its artistic merit |
| gptkbp:is_set_in |
gptkb:London
the late 19th century |
| gptkbp:is_studied_in |
theatrical courses
|
| gptkbp:isbn |
978-0151642020
|
| gptkbp:language |
English
|
| gptkbp:legacy |
cult classic
Considered a classic of cinema. |
| gptkbp:lyricist |
gptkb:Bernard_Pomerance
|
| gptkbp:makeup_artist |
gptkb:Christopher_Tucker
|
| gptkbp:music |
gptkb:John_Morris
|
| gptkbp:music_by |
gptkb:John_Morris
|
| gptkbp:music_composer |
gptkb:Philip_Glass
|
| gptkbp:narrated_by |
gptkb:John_Hurt
|
| gptkbp:narrative |
the life of Joseph Merrick
|
| gptkbp:narrative_style |
non-linear
|
| gptkbp:nominated_for |
gptkb:Academy_Awards
|
| gptkbp:notable_actor |
gptkb:Bradley_Cooper
gptkb:David_Bowie gptkb:Anthony_Hopkins gptkb:Alfred_Molina gptkb:John_Hurt |
| gptkbp:notable_awards |
gptkb:National_Board_of_Review_Awards
gptkb:Los_Angeles_Film_Critics_Association_Awards gptkb:Cannes_Film_Festival_Awards gptkb:New_York_Film_Critics_Circle_Awards gptkb:David_di_Donatello_Awards gptkb:BAFTA_Awards gptkb:Golden_Globe_Award Golden Globe Awards. Academy Awards. BAFTA Awards. Cannes Film Festival Awards. |
| gptkbp:notable_character |
gptkb:John_Merrick
gptkb:Frederick_Treves gptkb:Joseph_Merrick gptkb:Mrs._Kendal gptkb:Dr._Frederick_Treves |
| gptkbp:notable_figures |
gptkb:Frederick_Treves
gptkb:Joseph_Merrick gptkb:Dr._Treves |
| gptkbp:notable_for |
exploration of human dignity
|
| gptkbp:notable_production |
gptkb:David_Merrick
gptkb:Broadway international tours regional productions West End revival school adaptations West End revival 2014 Broadway revival 2002 Bristol Old Vic production 2018 |
| gptkbp:notable_quote |
I want to be a man.
I am not a monster. I am a man. I am not an animal! I am a human being! “ I am not a monster.” I am a human being! I am not an animal! ' I am a man, not an animal.' ' I am not an animal! I am a human being!' ' I want to be a man.' I am Joseph Merrick. “ I am a man.” “ I want to be a man.” “ I am Joseph Merrick.” “ I am not an animal! I am a human being!” I am not a thing. I am not a beast. I am not a curiosity. I am not a freak. I am not a sideshow. I am not a spectacle. |
| gptkbp:notable_scene |
Merrick's final moments.
Merrick's first appearance in public. Merrick's relationship with Dr. Treves. Merrick's speech about his mother. Merrick's confrontation with society Merrick's first appearance Merrick's moments of solitude Merrick's performance in the theater Merrick's relationship with Dr. Treves |
| gptkbp:notable_themes |
society's treatment of the disabled
|
| gptkbp:original_language |
English
|
| gptkbp:page_count |
192
|
| gptkbp:performance_venue |
gptkb:Walters_Art_Museum
gptkb:Booth_Theatre gptkb:BAM_Harvey_Theater |
| gptkbp:performed_at |
gptkb:Royal_National_Theatre
gptkb:West_End gptkb:The_Royal_National_Theatre gptkb:The_Booth_Theatre international festivals |
| gptkbp:performed_by |
gptkb:Angelo_Badalamenti
universities high schools various actors community theaters various theater companies Bradley Cooper in 2014 David Bowie in 1980 Bradley Cooper (in stage production) David Bowie (in a stage production) John Hurt (in film adaptation) |
| gptkbp:performed_in |
gptkb:West_End
gptkb:London gptkb:Los_Angeles gptkb:New_York gptkb:New_York_City gptkb:Sydney gptkb:Toronto gptkb:Broadway worldwide multiple languages theatres globally |
| gptkbp:plot |
The life of Joseph Merrick, a severely deformed man in 19th century London.
|
| gptkbp:portrayed_by |
gptkb:Anne_Bancroft
gptkb:Anthony_Hopkins gptkb:John_Hurt |
| gptkbp:premiere |
gptkb:Cannes_Film_Festival
|
| gptkbp:premiere_date |
gptkb:1980
|
| gptkbp:premiered_on |
gptkb:Royal_National_Theatre
gptkb:The_Hampstead_Theatre gptkb:1977 gptkb:Cannes_Film_Festival 1980-04-22 |
| gptkbp:produced_by |
gptkb:Mel_Brooks
gptkb:theater |
| gptkbp:production_company |
gptkb:Paramount_Pictures
|
| gptkbp:published |
gptkb:1979
|
| gptkbp:published_by |
gptkb:Random_House
gptkb:Theatre_Communications_Group gptkb:Samuel_French |
| gptkbp:published_in |
gptkb:1977
gptkb:1979 gptkb:1980 |
| gptkbp:publisher |
gptkb:Harcourt_Brace_Jovanovich
|
| gptkbp:rank |
gptkb:AFI's_10_Top_10
gptkb:AFI's_100_Years...100_Movies |
| gptkbp:rating |
gptkb:PG
|
| gptkbp:real_name |
gptkb:Joseph_Merrick
|
| gptkbp:received |
gptkb:Tony_Award
critical acclaim Academy Award nominations |
| gptkbp:release_date |
October 10, 1980
October 10, 1984 |
| gptkbp:release_year |
gptkb:1980
gptkb:2002 gptkb:2010 gptkb:2011 gptkb:2014 gptkb:2019 |
| gptkbp:released |
gptkb:1980
|
| gptkbp:released_in |
gptkb:1980
gptkb:1984 |
| gptkbp:remake |
gptkb:The_Elephant_Man_(2019)
gptkb:musical_adaptation gptkb:The_Elephant_Man_(2014)_stage_adaptation gptkb:stage_play |
| gptkbp:remastered |
gptkb:4_K_UHD
|
| gptkbp:runtime |
123 minutes
approximately 2 hours |
| gptkbp:screenplay |
gptkb:David_Lynch
gptkb:Christopher_De_Vore gptkb:Eric_Bergren |
| gptkbp:screenplay_by |
gptkb:David_Lynch
gptkb:Christopher_De_Vore gptkb:Eric_Bergren |
| gptkbp:set_in |
gptkb:Victorian_England
|
| gptkbp:setting |
gptkb:London
gptkb:Victorian_England |
| gptkbp:starring |
gptkb:Anne_Bancroft
gptkb:Anthony_Hopkins gptkb:John_Hurt |
| gptkbp:style |
naturalism
|
| gptkbp:symbolism |
societal norms
inner beauty physical appearance |
| gptkbp:theater |
gptkb:Broadway
|
| gptkbp:themes |
gptkb:Isolation
gptkb:acceptance gptkb:humanity gptkb:friendship gptkb:identity gptkb:Compassion gptkb:society Human dignity disability compassion societal norms social injustice human dignity beauty and ugliness Societal prejudice societal rejection Society's cruelty society's cruelty |
| gptkbp:translated_into |
multiple languages
into several languages |
| gptkbp:won |
gptkb:Tony_Award_for_Best_Play
gptkb:Best_Film_at_the_National_Board_of_Review |
| gptkbp:won_award |
gptkb:Academy_Award_for_Best_Makeup
gptkb:3 gptkb:BAFTA_Awards 8 Academy Award nominations |
| gptkbp:written_by |
gptkb:Bernard_Pomerance
Christine Sparks |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Jessica_Lange
gptkb:David_Bowie |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
|