The Elephant Man Film
Sat, 01 Feb
|Dome Cinema and Bar
A David Lynch tribute - one night only!
Time & Location
01 Feb 2025, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Dome Cinema and Bar, 38 Childers Road, Gisborne 4010, New Zealand
About the event
Anthony Hopkins and John Hurt star in David Lynch's 1980 film based on the true story of Joseph Merrick, a severely deformed man in 19th century London. Dr. Frederic Treves (Hopkins) discovers Joseph Merrick (Hurt) in a sideshow. Born with a congenital disorder, Merrick uses his disfigurement to earn a living as the 'Elephant Man.' Treves brings Merrick into his home, discovering that his rough exterior hides a refined soul, and that Merrick can teach the British upper class of the time a lesson about dignity. Merrick becomes the toast of London and charms a caring actress (Anne Bancroft) before his death at 27.
Award Winner – Best Actor (Hurt), Best Film and Best Production Design (Stuart Craig) at the 1981 BAFTA awards.
View the trailer here.
Bar and Pizza from 5 pm.
The film starts at 7 pm. End times are approximate.
Bookings are essential. Text the Dome Cinema with…