The Elephant Man

There are many themes apparent in the film The Elephant Man. Two of the most apparent themes are acceptance and compassion. The Elephant Man, John Merrick, wants to be accepted by society but because of his appearance is not. Doctor Treves looks beyond John’s appearance to what is inside of him.
The first time compassion and acceptance is shown towards John, we begin to see a change in his attitude. John Merrick’s attitude change is seen in the transition between his two lifestyles,



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“This is my home. This is my home!” He had, at long last, found a place of acceptance where being disfigured did not matter a home . "I am happy every hour of the day. My life is full of good. I know that I am loved." This quotes shows the difference in John Merrick after he is shown compassion and acceptance.

The Elephant Man, through the direction of the director, connects emotionally to the audience. As we the audience watch, we want John Merrick to be freed from his prison life for good

Some topics in this essay:
Joseph Merrick, John Merrick, Sir Frederick Treves 1st Baronet, John Hurt, The Elephant Man, Personal Life, 2001 Albums, John,

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