Joseph Merricks Grave he was known as The Elephant Man Famous Graves

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  • Joseph Carey Merrick, often erroneously called John Merrick, was an English man known for having severe deformities. He was first exhibited at a freak show under the stage name The Elephant Man" and then went to live at the London Hospital after he met Sir Frederick Treves, subsequently becoming well known in London society.
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  • @headron66
    @headron66 Pƙed rokem +132

    I had my daughter aged 14 watch the film with me and it changed her life! She could not understand what was in the minds of the people who tortured and hurt this gentle man. She just passed her psychology degree with honours! Because of Joseph Merrick! Now she has an educated understanding of him and the people who hurt him! RIP Joseph Merrick. ❀

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem +16

      Hi TDN isn't that wonderful comment how powerful the film can be. I'm so pleased she got into psychology and passed her degree. If I had my time again, that's probably what I would like to do that. I used to read the subject avidly when I was younger. Thank you ever so much. A very happy comment. Regards, Alan

    • @likeaboss6421
      @likeaboss6421 Pƙed rokem +18

      Godbless your daughter, I always thought he was called John Merrick I never knew it was Joseph, but he had the most horrible life and still kept his good nature this man was truly amazing

    • @john.highheels.3244
      @john.highheels.3244 Pƙed rokem +12

      @@likeaboss6421 I think it was the film " The Elephant Man" that made people call him John. When I think of all these narcissistic plastic people these days paying thousands to look like perfect individuals. Joseph Merrick had more beauty about him than these 'look at me " shallow people will ever have.❀

    • @georgedonnellan36
      @georgedonnellan36 Pƙed rokem +6

      Your daughter has a ♄

    • @headron66
      @headron66 Pƙed rokem +4

      @@MotorHomeBeepBeep You know like yourself I always loved psychology and would have loved to have studied it but I had to leave school and go out to work at 16. Now I educate myself through my daughter which is wonderful, not saying I would have passed a degree in Psychology, I’m not anywhere near as intelligent as she is but I love our talks on ‘the mind’

  • @mrparker5982
    @mrparker5982 Pƙed rokem +3

    You have just made a 53 yo man cry, a sad but beautiful story of a kind and courageous man.
    RIP Joseph, God bless.

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem +1

      Mr. Parker remember that he got help. At the end he experienced kindness and humanity that's still saving grace. Thank you, Alan

  • @jujulionesselsa1416
    @jujulionesselsa1416 Pƙed rokem +61

    John Hurt did an exceptional job of portraying John Merrick. Its astonishing how he was treated. I salute his wonderful Doctor for helping to turn is life around.

    • @alannevin2490
      @alannevin2490 Pƙed rokem +6

      His doctor exploited him too. Putting him on show to the medical community.

    • @likeaboss6421
      @likeaboss6421 Pƙed rokem +7

      @@alannevin2490 yes your quite right but unlike the others this doctor treated him with kindness and introduced Merrick to his lovely wife who Merrick got to really like because she treated him with respect and kindness and no different to others

    • @nickgov66
      @nickgov66 Pƙed rokem +2

      Not John, Joseph Carey Merrick.

  • @spencernew8829
    @spencernew8829 Pƙed rokem +20

    The world would be such a better place if people acted a bit more like Merrick's Doctor, He was so beautifully played by Antony Hopkins, conveying the absolute best in humanity ❀

  • @vivienhawkins6340
    @vivienhawkins6340 Pƙed rokem +57

    Thank you Alan, you are so respectful, as always. His poem at the end made me cry. He didn’t blame anyone for his deformities, and I truly believe he is in Heaven with Jesus.

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem +8

      Hello Vivian, it made me feel emotional reading it. It was a very intelligent man behind all that. That's why the surgeon got on with him so well. They were great mates which must have helped him a bit. Thank you for the comment best Alan

  • @rachaelghostcat8584
    @rachaelghostcat8584 Pƙed rokem +62

    You were a beautiful human being, I hope you found your peace! RIP Joseph!

  • @LikeandSubscribe007
    @LikeandSubscribe007 Pƙed rokem +44

    I was 15 when the film came out, it had a massive impact on me, I hope I’ve not judged anyone on how they look, thanks for showing us his final resting place

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem +4

      hello Fitz, I'm glad you found the film interesting when it first came out. I also found it very impacting so it was a great pleasure for me to do this one today. Best regards, Alan

    • @grahamhunter4996
      @grahamhunter4996 Pƙed rokem +2

      Well done Alan, so sad.

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem

      @@grahamhunter4996 and you Graham

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem

      @@grahamhunter4996 take care

  • @sheilam4525
    @sheilam4525 Pƙed rokem +20

    The physical and verbal cruelty this gentleman endured is heartbreaking♄. The film of his life is quite simply a masterpiece. Thank you for this video. Rest in peace, Mr Joseph Merrick♄

  • @xpowerchairpositivityx
    @xpowerchairpositivityx Pƙed rokem +53

    This absolutely breaks me every time. Although I wasn't physically impaired like Joseph was I was made to feel just as bad as he was, by my father. What I saw in the mirror was a reflection of Joseph looking back at me. I can't bare to watch the end where all he wanted was to lie down flat and he couldn't, but he did and he passed away... Finally getting the peace he deserved. Rest peacefully beautiful, beautiful man. â€đŸ™đŸ•Š x

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem +9

      Hello XPP I am so sorry about how you were made to feel. I hope you have developed a better better self-esteem. Life is a lottery and people shouldn't punish. They should help the unfortunate ones. You take care of yourself and thank you for the lovely comment. Regards, Alan

  • @anthonyellis987
    @anthonyellis987 Pƙed rokem +7

    Joseph was such a clever and wonderful man. Even people with such disfigurements or illnesses should be respected. RIP Joseph Merrick.

  • @elainemurphy2406
    @elainemurphy2406 Pƙed rokem +7

    Ahhh this is so sad. "THIS IS ME" in the words of the film that demonstrated the pain these poor deformed people of those days endured. R.i.p. John Merrick xx

  • @margaretconnery7422
    @margaretconnery7422 Pƙed rokem +24

    I remember watching the film and found it disturbing and sad. What a life this guy lived,i can't comprehend how he must have felt.

  • @gidea123
    @gidea123 Pƙed rokem +11

    Thank you for showing Joseph Merrick such a sad life May he forever RIP

  • @lizgolding2125
    @lizgolding2125 Pƙed rokem +5

    A wonderful intelligent man, portrayed by a very talented actor in a marvelous film that everyone should see. Thank heavens the doctor found him.

  • @deeasztalos2520
    @deeasztalos2520 Pƙed rokem +2

    Thank you for this lovely video. I've seen the movie a few times and it always makes me cry. I'm glad that he had some better times before he passed away.

  • @555tg
    @555tg Pƙed rokem +2

    I really enjoyed your tribute to Joseph Carey Merrick. Very Informative, Very Sad but Most Of all Very Respectful .

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem +1

      Thank you very much, Tony. I did find it quite a moving one. Even though it's from a long time ago, it still resonates but it's very nice of you to reply. See you again I hope. Alan

  • @maureenwatts745
    @maureenwatts745 Pƙed rokem +2

    Very good Alan, you told the Life and issues of Joseph Merrick in a understanding manner. The poem I have heard before but still beautiful to hear. Rip. JM

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem

      Hello Maureen, I'd never heard the time before before I did the research. It just showed you the quality of his mind beneath all that disfigurement. Thank you, see you soon. Alan

  • @robdodd4591
    @robdodd4591 Pƙed rokem +2

    Thankyou for a caring tribute. It was a heartbreaking film, this poor gentleman went through such suffering, but thankfully he was surrounded by kind people in his final years.

  • @killianfox9310
    @killianfox9310 Pƙed rokem +7

    Brilliant work. Keep it up and many thanks. Martin

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem +1

      Hello Martin, Thank you for the encouragement. Take it easy. Alan

  • @jwynn1966
    @jwynn1966 Pƙed rokem +8

    Hi Alan, boy that was a sad one to watch, John Merrick such a sad tale poor fella. You know I really like the fact that you always tap the grave headstone or memorial sign as an acknowledgement of having been there and in a strange way met the person. I really enjoy watching these short films, thank you Alan. X

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem +2

      Hello Julie, I promise you I always feel for the person. I watch them for a couple of days to get inside them and then you start to feel you know them well. So when I get there it's like I'm actually meeting them in my feelings. Thank you for the lovely comment. Alan

    • @jwynn1966
      @jwynn1966 Pƙed rokem

      Hey Alan, you can tell from the clips that you go the extra mile and care about the person especially when it's a sad tale to tell it's in your nature not something that can be faked. Cheers my friend.x

  • @rodneybrook9555
    @rodneybrook9555 Pƙed rokem +2

    It's so deeply sad how people who, judge a person, without not really getting to know them , he was a lovely person and very gifted very clever individual, l really appreciate you putting this on about his life Thank you Rodx🙂đŸ„șRest in eternal peace forever Joseph đŸ™đŸ™âŁïž

  • @derekmanton7201
    @derekmanton7201 Pƙed rokem +12

    Hi Alan, another great video about Joseph Merrick. I remember watching the film years ago, I'm pleased he found peace and respect around the people who loved him. R.I.P. John Merrick â€ïžđŸ’đŸ™

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem

      Thank you, Derek. It's a very moving story. If only they could have caught the DNA it will developed a great deal but it was a long time ago. Regards, Alan

  • @mookitaborealis1118
    @mookitaborealis1118 Pƙed rokem +2

    What a lovely, kind, and respectful energy you have doing these videos. 🙏

  • @summerbreeze1955
    @summerbreeze1955 Pƙed rokem +4

    I saw the film umpteen times and cried, how could people be so cruel. RIP dear John x

  • @wendyjones7753
    @wendyjones7753 Pƙed rokem +6

    So sad for him.. he was probably a really good looking young man under that awful disease...the film was a great eye opener which we should all watch and learn from.. as for the doctor... what an amazing man to take him on and then sort of adopt him .. we can all learn a lot from this film and the terrible world we live in xxx r.i.p. Joseph.. and thank you for the story of John done with the upmost respect as always xx

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem

      hello Wendy, very nice observations. Look after yourself. Alan

    • @jennifersaar1611
      @jennifersaar1611 Pƙed rokem

      He actually was. An artist on CZcams who specializes in facial reconstruction did a video for Merrick. If their reconstruction is anywhere near accurate, he was a genuine stunner.

  • @marleybu302
    @marleybu302 Pƙed rokem +4

    This film broke heart. He was such a lovely man. I truly hope you're at peace now Mr Merrick. ❀

  • @debbietimm9397
    @debbietimm9397 Pƙed rokem +3

    Thanks so very much for your channel, really interesting. The Elephant Man is one of my favourite films. I adored John Hurt who played Joseph Merrick.. I’m so pleased he had friendly faces and and place of his own, of sorts. ❀

  • @charlesmair26
    @charlesmair26 Pƙed rokem +4

    Those were some kind and good words for Joseph Carey Merrick And some wise words for all of us. R.I.P. Mr Merrick.

  • @Joan-COYI
    @Joan-COYI Pƙed rokem +10

    Thanks Alan. A lovely tribute to a brave and intelligent, caring man. Very interesting history, you did a great job with his life story. Take care.

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem +1

      Thank you Joan. It was another one in the emotional category but encouraging as always, you're great. Regards, Alan

  • @TuckerSP2011
    @TuckerSP2011 Pƙed rokem +1

    It is truly a heartbreaking story. I was very fortunate that I saw David Bowie play Joseph Merrick on Broadway with my mother. We were both so taken with David's talent, how he was able to create the deformities with his own body and with his acting and not with make up. My mother was very taken with him and cried. I hope that Joseph is now one of God's most beautiful and glorious beings in Heaven. I'm quite sure he is.

  • @robertjames7389
    @robertjames7389 Pƙed rokem +3

    Very fine video. Great words mate! A very tragic story, With a happy conclusion in the last years of Merricks life ❀ The poem at the end sums up Joseph’s intelligence. A great man R.I.P đŸ™đŸ»

  • @moomin151
    @moomin151 Pƙed rokem +1

    What a beautiful soul. Thank you. Bless you Joseph Merrick.

  • @elizabethsamways7624
    @elizabethsamways7624 Pƙed rokem +6

    Watching the film absolutely breaks my heart what this poor man went through in his life is heartbreaking 💔.

  • @mairimillar8866
    @mairimillar8866 Pƙed rokem +1

    Could never watch the film a second time. Heartbreaking to watch. What a life, that poor, poor man. Rest in peace, Joseph 💕 Love your videos, Alan 💕

  • @sueamos3860
    @sueamos3860 Pƙed rokem +7

    A lovely tribute,Rest in peace Joseph đŸ„€

  • @tabeccaletford408
    @tabeccaletford408 Pƙed rokem +4

    I first saw this film when I was about 12 and it was so sad it had me in tears, I was so angry at the cruelty he came up against. This was an amazing video Alan and it was nice to see his final resting place

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem

      Hi Tebecca He was a very resilient person despite all the things against him, but at least it turned out with some caring at the end. And thank you for the lovely comment. Bye for now Ala

  • @valley_robot
    @valley_robot Pƙed rokem +2

    Joseph Merrick is and always will be my hero and my inspiration and my reason for surviving life

  • @bernadettefirth
    @bernadettefirth Pƙed rokem +5

    That poor man suffered at the hands of cruel people, they were disgusting in what they did
    But there were people to who loved and cared for him. R.I.P
    John Merrick God bless you 🙏🙏🙏💖💖💖

  • @janetbransdon3742
    @janetbransdon3742 Pƙed rokem +1

    Great advice Alan, so true it is what we are and not how we look is what really matters. RIP Joseph Merrick. đŸŒčđŸŒ»âš˜

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem

      hello Janet, 100% well said and thank you for the coming Alan

  • @sandraglazier4542
    @sandraglazier4542 Pƙed rokem +5

    Hi Alan what a lovely tribute to Joseph and such a very sad story. I remember watching the film and couldn’t help but be touched by it . I always say beauty comes from within ❀ so pleased he’s got a head stone so he can’t be forgotten. Thanks Alan you are a delight 😅to watch and so very interesting and considerate keep having a word with them you make me smile 😄😄😄😄😄😄 keep beep beeping and most of all keep smiling 😄😄😄😄😄 safe driving see you soon Sandra bye 👋 for now

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem

      hello Sandra, You are an inspiration to keep me going. It's very kind of you. I really enjoy doing these. Whether they're sad or not, It's fascinating to look at their life of the people and we can all send our respects which is lovely. So thank you for everything. I will keep smiling and you must do. See you soon. Alan

  • @fredamarytomlinson3995
    @fredamarytomlinson3995 Pƙed rokem +4

    So disgusting how Mr. Merrick was treated for most of his life, I watched a documentary about his life which showed what he would have looked like had he not had deformities, it was very interesting to watch.

  • @Karin-
    @Karin- Pƙed rokem +9

    That poor man. I believe that the actor Adam Pearson has neurofibromatosis too, and his deformities only started because he fell when young (don't quote me on that). His twin brother has it too, although he doesn't have any deformities. Neither as severe as Mr Merrick. I do hope he is now at peace ❀

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem +2

      Hello Karen, I hope the story is not true. It would be terrible, wouldn't it? Anyway, thank you for the comment. Regards, Alan

    • @Karin-
      @Karin- Pƙed rokem +1

      Fingers crossed. I'm please we now live in more civilised times - Thanks for the great vidoes 😊

  • @barbaragillett9904
    @barbaragillett9904 Pƙed rokem +4

    Hi Alan great video so sad about Joseph Merrick what beautiful human being 🙏🙏🙏🇬🇧

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem

      Hi Barbara it was such a shame when he was such a sensitive person. Thank you, Alan

  • @roncatton7101
    @roncatton7101 Pƙed rokem +4

    I grew up also watching this film as a young lad. Life can inflict some terrible/cruel diseases and dissformaties on us for no fault of our own, no matter how good or kind you maybe, and for no reason.
    My heart goes out to all those who suffer in this way. Jeseph had some kindness and care during his final years, but in all he spent almost the whole of his life being used by others as a freak on show to all. Rest easy Joseph, your pain, discomfort and the burden that came with it from the cruelness of humanity, has gone now..Perfect Peace!

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem

      hello Ron, it is terrible, especially when you start to look enter the proteus syndrome. There's a marvel pictures. I do hope science can help them. Thank you for the

    • @roncatton7101
      @roncatton7101 Pƙed rokem +1

      @@MotorHomeBeepBeep
      Indeed, i also hope that science can eventually have a prevenative measure for this and other cruel inflictions. I enjoy your videos, they also bring back memories for us also growing up with them on tv etc. Respect to you..👍

  • @patrickmcguigan690
    @patrickmcguigan690 Pƙed rokem +2

    Its so wrong that Joseph Merrick’s skeleton isn’t buried with the rest of his remains. Queen Mary University of London nor anyone else has the right to keep any part of this man’s remains and display it like some sort of historical artifact. He should be allowed to rest in peace like everybody else. 💔😱

  • @yvoheaton6402
    @yvoheaton6402 Pƙed rokem +1

    Some years ago I was fortunate enough to see a play about John. The actor that played him had no make-up and no rubber prosthetics. He played the role naked apart from a jock strap. As the play developed he twisted his body to replicate John's deformity. It was an outstanding performance - one of the finest I have ever seen in many years of theatre going. Thank you for posting this.

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem

      Sound interesting yvo

    • @davidserlin8097
      @davidserlin8097 Pƙed rokem +1

      That was the decision early on when Pomeranz’s play was first produced in the late 1970s. The idea was to emphasize Merrick’s humanity and vulnerability rather than have the audience focused on makeup or prosthetics. Over the years actors as varied as David Bowie, Mark Hamill, and Bradley Cooper have all played Merrick this way.

  • @sharonriley2241
    @sharonriley2241 Pƙed rokem +2

    Omg Alan. What a sad story. 😔 yet you told it so beautifully. You've inspired me to watch the film.. once again ... Thank you. Sharon. đŸ„°đŸ€˜đŸ˜‡

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem +1

      hello Sharon, how beautiful in your reply. Not just me. It was very kind of you and I hope you watch the film again. Alan x

  • @susanrochford1906
    @susanrochford1906 Pƙed rokem +1

    He was a very intelligent guy, if I had met him I'd sat with him and listen to him, and after hugged him, most lovely guy, he won't know the love so many people have for him nowx💕💞💕💞

  • @sylviabriggs4087
    @sylviabriggs4087 Pƙed rokem +1

    He left us with a deep heartfelt peom , thank you for sharing x

  • @jacquithomas6253
    @jacquithomas6253 Pƙed rokem +1

    So sad how this wonderful intelligent gentleman was treated rip Joseph merrick🙏

  • @victa5601
    @victa5601 Pƙed rokem +2

    Thanks for showing us John Merrick’s resting place. I watched The Elephant Man film as a child and felt so terribly sad for him. So I’m glad you focused on the good part of his life at the end too !

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem +1

      Hi VictA es thank you for that. I really wanted to. I didn't want it to be just a struggle and tragedy. There was a lot of kindness towards him at the end. See you again soon I hope Alan

  • @JSolo-ko9eh
    @JSolo-ko9eh Pƙed rokem +1

    Beautiful tribute! Loved your speech at the end!

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem +1

      Hello J 👋 big thank you for being so. Kind regards, Alan

    • @JSolo-ko9eh
      @JSolo-ko9eh Pƙed rokem

      @@MotorHomeBeepBeep ❀

  • @patriciabarnes6841
    @patriciabarnes6841 Pƙed rokem +1

    He was a beautiful human being that endured so much hardship.

  • @sue_62
    @sue_62 Pƙed rokem +3

    A lovely tribute to him, thank you .

  • @matthewfarmer6830
    @matthewfarmer6830 Pƙed rokem +1

    I remember the movie in the 1980s it was the first time I saw how Hopkins can act so well, and become my favorite actor he was also in the silence of the Lambs. I have that movie on DVD, it's my Halloween movie to watch a slasher.

  • @johnkidd797
    @johnkidd797 Pƙed rokem +2

    Poor poor man, what horrible hardship he went through and what a strength of spirit to survive. I've always been fascinated with John since long before the internet and books were the way we learned. Luckily we have the internet now to let people know such history.👍🏮󠁧󠁱󠁳󠁣󠁮󠁿

  • @karenshotter51
    @karenshotter51 Pƙed rokem +3

    Thankyou for sharing this wonderful man’s grave .!!! ❀

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem

      Hi Karen, no it's my absolute pleasure. I really enjoyed filming it on the day it was getting dark and I had to rush so I'm got it came out ok. Best regards, Alan

    • @karenshotter51
      @karenshotter51 Pƙed rokem

      @@MotorHomeBeepBeep well Thankyou you have done a wonderful job here . X

  • @mooronful
    @mooronful Pƙed rokem +1

    I saw the film back in the day and it was moving, very sad. Just glad he had a good life in his last few years.

  • @lizlamber2815
    @lizlamber2815 Pƙed rokem +2

    I've watched the film so many times.always makes me cry how people could be so judgemental.. brilliant acting by john hurt and anthony hopkins.

  • @tinafrancis4293
    @tinafrancis4293 Pƙed rokem +1

    Such a sad story, RIP Joseph Merrick đŸ˜ąâ€ïžâ€ïž

  • @travellingunderpants
    @travellingunderpants Pƙed rokem +4

    Hi Alan and thank you again for such an interesting video! Watching you, it feels like we're in a conversation....very homely indeed.
    Ah, poor Joseph Merrick 😱..... such cruelty he experienced in his short lifetime. I'd like to think that today's society would be more tolerant..... but yet I still see bigotry, racism, homophobia etc out there. You are absolutely right that we should not judge a book by its cover.....its the contents not the dust-sheet that counts!!
    Thanks again Alan!! đŸ€—

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem +1

      Hello my favourite underpants absolutely, I love researching them and Im surprised now much of the attitudes from the past still exist today. It's almost like the world is split into two types of people, The ones that care and the ones that don't and don't think much. my goodness. There's a lot of goodness out there as well. I love that you love the channel and I feel like I'm talking to you and it's nice to see the names. Maybe one day we will meet up that woukd w be lovely. All the best and thank you for the moment. Alan

  • @oliviaadan8208
    @oliviaadan8208 Pƙed rokem +1

    How horrible people really can be...thank you for this story

  • @elainem3102
    @elainem3102 Pƙed 4 měsĂ­ci

    I wonder if people like him are put on this earth to teach us not to judge by looks. He was a lovely kind gentle soul. God bless him. If theres a heaven hell get there. I used to to think i was ugly and watched the film about him and it changed my life, i feel so grateful now i didn't suffer any awful disease like him. And i felt selfish too for complaining about my looks and merrick just got on with his life the best way he could ❀

  • @LazyDays26
    @LazyDays26 Pƙed rokem +2

    Thank you, another great visit and story.

  • @graham5525
    @graham5525 Pƙed rokem +1

    Well done Alan👋 yet again you have found another wonderful story in your quest for famous graves and lovely narration.Thank you 🙏

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem

      Hello Graham, I do love to get to know the person but then you have to condense it so it's not too long but I'm trying. Thank you for the comments. Regards, Ala

  • @2pie2mash
    @2pie2mash Pƙed rokem +1

    Joseph Merricks skeletal remains are kept (not for public viewing) within the Garrod Building (,The Royal London Hospital Medical College moved there in 1854) The building is now part of the Whitechapel Campus of the Queen Mary University of London. A replica of his skeleton is on display at the Royal London Hospital Museum and Archives.

    • @davidserlin8097
      @davidserlin8097 Pƙed rokem +1

      Since 2016, the Royal London Hospital Archives in Whitechapel have been consolidated within the Bart’s Health NHS collections at St Barts Hospital, a five minute walk from St Paul’s tube stop. The old archives in Whitechapel, in the basement of the church on Newark St, is closed.

  • @chrispanteli6626
    @chrispanteli6626 Pƙed rokem +3

    It's such a sad story this poor man had so much to contend with his condition the death of his mother a cruel father and equally cruel people R.I.P joesph ❀

  • @junelaw4162
    @junelaw4162 Pƙed rokem +5

    How awful for people to treat him like that but yea you are right some people do judge us by our appearances life is very short we all came in the world the same and we all go out the same RIP little man ❀

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem +1

      Hello June, The only good thing is it makes you grateful for your life when you say this kind of thing. Thank you for the excellent comment regards Alan

  • @lisaedwards931
    @lisaedwards931 Pƙed rokem +2

    An amazing film and an amazing Man John Merrick may he ripđŸ™đŸŒâ€ïž

  • @rufusgazelle
    @rufusgazelle Pƙed rokem +6

    Just came across your channel, I do videos of graves too. Just visited Benny Hill & Frederick Fleets grave last week. Did you know the surgeon who treated Joseph Merrick is buried in Dorset. Gonna visit it soon. Keep up the good work my dear friend. đŸ‘đŸŒ

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem +2

      Hi Rufus I've just had a quick look. Well done. I'll check your channel out. I've subscribed. See you later mate. All the best,

    • @rufusgazelle
      @rufusgazelle Pƙed rokem

      @@MotorHomeBeepBeep thank you 😊 appreciate that my good friend. Just starting out so takes a while to build an audience. So many graves have been done now it’s hard to find any that haven’t been covered.

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem

      CU Rufus

  • @alanleemaxwell831
    @alanleemaxwell831 Pƙed rokem +1

    A brave, dignified and intelligent man, whose skeleton should be interred, the fact that it isn't is disgraceful!
    R.I.P. Mr Merrick...
    Great upload, you did him proud!!!

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem +1

      I Have to reply to you. Alan, we Alans have to stick together. No, it was a very touching story. I know it's a long time ago but it still resonates. Thank you, I really appreciate Alan..... Alan

  • @emmaransford
    @emmaransford Pƙed rokem

    A really moving movie 🎬 🎞 đŸŽ„ 🎩 đŸ“œ đŸ˜Ș
    Thanks for sharing this story 🙏 🙌 ❀

  • @shirleyburnham2782
    @shirleyburnham2782 Pƙed rokem +3

    Hope he's happy in heaven with his mother xx

  • @karenshaw5954
    @karenshaw5954 Pƙed rokem +4

    Love your channel,it's the best one I have seen,keep it up xx

  • @alanmusson8710
    @alanmusson8710 Pƙed rokem

    The words,don’t judge a book by its cover! Never more poignant! Watched the film many times.Joseph merrick was a wonderful human being!

  • @RedViking2020
    @RedViking2020 Pƙed rokem +3

    Very moving. Thank you for doing this. I didnt realise part of his body was buried. What a terrible set of circumstances for one human being. Dear Joseph. I wondered why our weather was so similar not realising your video was less than an hour ago. What a lovely poem. Thank you friend :-) Enjoyed your one on little Lena. I used to do a night run in my job into Hoddesdon and i used to pay my respect at the graveyard be it from outside as it was closed. Modern events shows how some still have such a disregard for the dignity and uniqueness of individual lives but graves though sombre acknowledge that everyone is a one off and remembering them is what makes us human. Thank you for all your efforts pal.

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem

      Hi Red maybe I must keep away from the transit ones. I don't want it to become a constant theme but they had very interesting ways even though and it's nice that people can remember them. Thank you for the great comment and well done with the visit to the grave. See you soon, Alan

    • @agnesritchie1234
      @agnesritchie1234 Pƙed rokem

      Sorry I didn't realise that the Elephant man was real I thought it was just a film that I didn't like now that I know he was a real man who did go through that tremble life he had it made it worse RIP Joseph Marchick I hope that's the man,s right name

  • @Lets-do-the-TimeWarp-again

    Thank you for this video. I wish I weren't so far to even visit the grave he so deserved. In my opinion, treating his remains as science objects was extremely disrespectful. But at least they found out that his 'disease' came from his mother, Mary Jane's side. Joseph Merrick's courage changed many lives, including mine, and his legacy was leaving the example that we can always be better, we should always aim for goodness and spread love, no matter how hard the world beats you. It's still impossible for me to even conceive being like that, but I do try to follow his steps, since filling his shoes is impossible for most people, including me.
    Nanda from Brazil

  • @lilgeorge34
    @lilgeorge34 Pƙed rokem +1

    This story breaks my heart it so sad what this man had to go through.💔💔 God Bless Joseph Rest In Peace.

  • @VICTOBERN
    @VICTOBERN Pƙed rokem

    Joseph's story is very difficult to convey, even by way of an exceptional feature film. To have survived all that Joseph was subjected to is alone remarkable. His story merits telling repeatedly if only to celebrate the fundamentals in life and what truly matters in essence. So much today is both trivial and devoid of any substance whatsoever. Joseph stands out as humanity at its very best despite the sheer level of trauma he was having to contend with, both physical and psychological. Its very nice that you salute him in this way.

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem

      Hi Vicobern well wonderful! Comment you sent to the memory of Joseph 🙂 You said it much better than I could have. It was such a sensitive and intelligent so he quiet often overcame is difficulties by his intellect. Thank you, Alan

    • @VICTOBERN
      @VICTOBERN Pƙed rokem

      @@MotorHomeBeepBeep Thank you, Alan. You are most welcome. I liked the way you paid homage to Joseph in such a straightforward manner and due respect.

  • @TheGoldfish03
    @TheGoldfish03 Pƙed měsĂ­cem

    I watched the film ,as you say it was very sad and shows how cruel people can be. It has always stayed with me . Thank you .

  • @valley_robot
    @valley_robot Pƙed rokem +1

    Very intelligent short documentary mate ,and very respectfully told

  • @Trebor74
    @Trebor74 Pƙed rokem +1

    As far as I'm aware, Joseph merricks bones are still at the royal London hospital in Whitechapel

  • @blazingsaddles7145
    @blazingsaddles7145 Pƙed rokem

    Wonderfully presented and as usual the content well researched and v appropriate. What a v sad and tragic short life
The film was certainly a tear jerker and very shocking to see first time around in particular ( I’ve seen it several times but it always brings on the tears). Really fabulous portrayal of John Merrick by John Hurt, amazing acting and also the part played by Anthony Hopkins, another great actor. Thanks so much for covering this. So sad his skeleton could not be laid to rest properly though but I’m sure he is with our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ and truly at peace đŸ™đŸŒ

  • @heathermahony110
    @heathermahony110 Pƙed rokem

    This Story, & Movie made me CRY as a Kid! & it STILL DOES AT 44 Yrs. Of age.!! 😭😭😭🙏🙏🙏 I Would have been his Friend!! 💜đŸŒč💕💞🌙✹🌠😇 I Pray his Spirit is at PEACE! & that he's Happy! I also Pray he didn't Suffer much as he was Dying. :( 💐💎

  • @catherinehayter3325
    @catherinehayter3325 Pƙed rokem +1

    Ahh the film breaks my heart when he shouts "I'm a human being " so sad xxxx

  • @paul8821
    @paul8821 Pƙed rokem +1

    So So sad not being wanted god bless and goodnight mr merrick ,Thanks Alan for letting us all no about his life liverpool

  • @Jamesamong007
    @Jamesamong007 Pƙed rokem +1

    Im glad that he's finally laid to rest, i didnt like how his bones were put on display all these years he really deserved to rest in peice.

  • @kayjackson3888
    @kayjackson3888 Pƙed rokem +3

    When I saw the film it broke my heart ❀

  • @philstrachan
    @philstrachan Pƙed rokem +1

    He was a beautiful human being.

  • @crystaldance5731
    @crystaldance5731 Pƙed 8 dny

    I have seen a video about Joseph done by someone else Alan I watched it aqain because you did it what a tragic story heartbreaking thank god that doctor found him and befreinded him and was recognised for the wonderful human that he was tragic thanks Alan â€ïžđŸ˜ŠđŸ‘đŸ»

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed 8 dny

      Hello Crystal, I always think it's a little bit grossome even at the end because his skeleton is in a museum but it's not for public viewing and The plaque is for the remains of the ashes The only good thing is that he had had some dignified time near the end of his life, which must have been wonderful. The surgeon obviously was fantastic to look after him. I'll tell you a say cut. When I did the film I got there with only about 25 minutes before the cemetery closed. It was the most ruched one I've ever done 😜 have a great day! Alan

  • @Bella-zq6nb
    @Bella-zq6nb Pƙed rokem

    Hi Alan, thanks for the info on Joseph Merrick. Hope you have a good day. 👍👍

  • @breannaqueen.593
    @breannaqueen.593 Pƙed 8 měsĂ­ci

    Thank you for a great share

  • @kianward5999
    @kianward5999 Pƙed rokem

    stunning content i watched the movie az a kid and cryed my eyes out he was an amazing guy thanx for shairing this amazing vid pal it brings me bk to the movie great guy rip joseph

  • @steveoz1243
    @steveoz1243 Pƙed rokem

    Thank you for this, Loved every minute of your commentary.

  • @sandrasmith2465
    @sandrasmith2465 Pƙed rokem +1

    Thank you Alan for documenting this.x It is very sad.

  • @racheltaylor6578
    @racheltaylor6578 Pƙed rokem +2

    Ive seen a copy of his skeleton in the museum at the Royal London hospital.They have a model that he made when he was living in the hospital.

  • @Melody-mu6nk
    @Melody-mu6nk Pƙed rokem +2

    Joseph Merrick knew he would die in that sleeping position! I wonder if the poor man took his own life!

  • @dawnslater4183
    @dawnslater4183 Pƙed rokem +1

    How sad , so pleased he had a happier time at one point in his life😱

  • @davidserlin8097
    @davidserlin8097 Pƙed rokem +2

    Early on you say that the film of The Elephant Man was directed by David Lean, when, in fact, it was directed by David Lynch. I can see how Lean was a inspiration, because the film looks positively Dickensian. But it was in fact, David Lynch‘s second film.

  • @valerierobson8527
    @valerierobson8527 Pƙed rokem +5

    How very sad Joseph must have had a terrible life bless him

    • @MotorHomeBeepBeep
      @MotorHomeBeepBeep  Pƙed rokem +1

      Hello Valerie, it doesn't there. Thinking about does it. At least he got some respect at the end. Thank you Alan