Jack Huston To Direct ‘Joseph Merrick’, About The Person Known As The Elephant Man, For Phoenix Pictures
deadline.comPhoenix Pictures has set Jack Huston to direct the upcoming feature film Joseph Merrick, revolving around the individual known in history as the Elephant Man.
The film will offer a fresh and deeply emotional perspective on Merrick’s remarkable life, illuminating the untold story behind the legend.
Aiming to start production later this year, the film will focus on Merrick’s final months, exploring his transformative journey and the unexpected, life-altering relationships he forms along the way.
As Merrick discovers moments of true connection and humanity, the film will shine a light on the profound, often overlooked aspects of his experience, challenging what we think we know about his life and legacy. “I’ve long been fascinated by the life of Joseph Merrick — marked by unimaginable adversity, yet defined by his profound kindness, perseverance and strength,” says Huston. “His journey is a testament to what we are capable of when we choose love and compassion over cruelty and indifference.
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