Keynote: Hollywood's Next Elephant Man
Best known for his powerful performance in the Oscar-nominated A Different Man, Adam Pearson is set to make history as the first disabled actor to portray Joseph Merrick in a new film adaptation of Bernard Pomerance’s The Elephant Man. Pearson, who has neurofibromatosis, is not only a rising star in the film industry but also a passionate advocate for disability awareness and inclusion. Through his involvement in outreach programs aimed at tackling bullying and stigma related to visible differences, he continues to challenge perceptions both on and off the screen. Adam joins us to discuss his impactful work as a campaigner and his remarkable journey in the entertainment world.












