this be a brilliantly do film . it be quite raw and blunt about it subject matter and however and so it should not be view for entertainment purpose and think he story be inherently intriguing . we must just sit and watch in curiousity and amazement and but in concurrence with extreme sorrow and a we be show the brutality that john merrick must face a his reality . a smile from another human be and or even a pleasant greeting ( which be something that we all take for grant ) and be treat by this man a the high form of complimentary behavior possible . one of the best film that i have ever see . it wouldnt be call a top 25 of all time film by the public ( though i may place it there ) and however and base solely on the fact that it and a i mention earlier and be lack in term of typical entertainment value . even though you will certainly be immerse the entire way through . ah and who know . im not express myself very well . make it a priority to see this film . enjoyabsolutely amazing and memorable positive .