Question 1

Why did Mel Brooks keep his name off the credits of The Elephant Man?

Accepted Answer

Executive producer Mel Brooks deliberately left his name off the credits because he knew people would get the wrong idea about the movie if they saw his name, given his fame as a satirist.

Question 2

How long did it take to apply The Elephant Man's makeup each day?

Accepted Answer

The makeup for John Merrick took seven to eight hours to apply each day and two hours to remove, with actor John Hurt working alternate days due to the strain.

Question 3

What quote did Joseph Merrick often use in his correspondence?

Accepted Answer

Joseph Merrick often ended his correspondence by quoting an Isaac Watts verse: "'Tis true my form is something odd, But blaming me is blaming God... I would be measured by the soul, The mind's the standard of the man."

Question 4

Which festivals or awards recognized The Elephant Man?

Accepted Answer

The film was recognized by festivals and awards including the National Board of Review (1980), BAFTA Awards (1981), Academy Awards (1981), and BFI London Film Festival (2019).

Question 5

What was David Lynch doing when he was offered the chance to direct The Elephant Man?

Accepted Answer

David Lynch was working as a roofer at the time he was offered the chance to direct The Elephant Man.

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