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Biographical films Deafblind people United States Biography Drama Deafblind women United States Biography Drama Feature films Gibson, William 1914-2008 Film adaptations Keller, Helen 1880-1968 Drama Merrick, Joseph Carey 1862 or 3-1890 Drama Neurofibromatosis Biography Drama Sullivan, Annie 1866-1936 Drama Video recordings for the hearing impairedFilter By Subjects
Biographical films Deafblind people United States Biography Drama Deafblind women United States Biography Drama Feature films Gibson, William 1914-2008 Film adaptations Keller, Helen 1880-1968 Drama Merrick, Joseph Carey 1862 or 3-1890 Drama Neurofibromatosis Biography Drama Sullivan, Annie 1866-1936 Drama Video recordings for the hearing impairedSummary: Based on a true story, the film examines the complex emotional experiences faced by John Merrick, the "Elephant Man" when he is discovered by a dedicated surgeon. Rescued from his degrading life as a circus freak, Merrick is given a chance to live his last years with comfort, respect, and dignity.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: Paramount Pictures 2001
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1 available in Drama DVDs, Call number: DVD DRAMA ELESummary: A dramatization of the story about the struggle of a Boston teacher, Annie Sullivan, to communicate with and teach the deaf, blind, and mute child, Helen Keller.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: 2001