David Lynch’s passing doesn’t go unnoticed in the film realm.
The legendary filmmaker behind classics likeMulholland DriveandEraserheadleft an imprint that will carry on for the rest of time.
Based on the real-life John Merrick, this 1980 film draws viewers to think deeply about stigmatization and objectification.
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A Victorian surgeon rescues a heavily disfigured man who is mistreated while scraping a living as a side-show freak.
Behind his monstrous facade, there is revealed a person of kindness, intelligence and sophistication.
As the authorities come to investigate it, Jeffrey befriends the daughter of the detective overseeing the case.
Yet, their ride off to the sunset isn’t as smooth as they wished.
David Lynch’s appearance as John Ford brings ‘The Fabelmans’ to a humorous and heartfelt conclusion.
As she gets into character, the protagonist slowly loses consciousness.
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A Victorian surgeon rescues a heavily disfigured man who is mistreated while scraping a living as a side-show freak. Behind his monstrous façade, there is revealed a person of kindness, intelligence and sophistication.
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