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Hurt's debut on the big screen took place in 1961 in the movie "The Wild and the Willing." Since then, he continued to expand his acting range and win the hearts of the audience with his unique performances.

Some of John Hurt's more notable works include:

• "The Elephant Man" (1980): In this dramatic film, he played the role of John Merrick, a man with serious physical defects, and for his work was nominated for an Oscar.

• "Wings of the Monolith" (1984): In this sci-fi film, he played the role of Ash, an android with a secret, and was recognized for his impressive performance.

• "Death at the Funeral" (2007): In this comedy film, he played the role of Daniel, whose funeral turns into a real series of absurd events, and perfectly coped with the comic aspects of the role.

John Hurt remains an important and respected actor in the film and theater industry. His talent, loyalty and professionalism make him one of the greatest actors of his generation and a true legend on the screen.