Lynch (2007)

Compiled from over two years of footage, the film is an intimate portrait of David Lynch's creative process as he completes his latest film, Inland Empire. We follow Lynch as he discovers ... See full summary »

Stars:

Jeremy Alter, David Lynch, Krzysztof Majchrzak

Cast

Credited cast:
Jeremy Alter	...	Himself
David Lynch	...	Himself
Krzysztof Majchrzak	...	Phantom
Phillip Patela	...	Boy
Weronika Rosati	...	Woman in factory

Storyline

Compiled from over two years of footage, the film is an intimate portrait of David Lynch's creative process as he completes his latest film, Inland Empire. We follow Lynch as he discovers beauty in ideas, leading us on a journey through the abstract which ultimately unveils his cinematic vision. The director of the documentary immersed himself in David Lynch's world; living and working at Lynch's home. His unobtrusive style has captured a personal side of David Lynch not seen before. The film reveals Lynch not only as one of the most original and compelling directors of contemporary film but also as an artist who continues to explore and experiment in countless mediums. We witness his "hands on" approach to painting, sculpting, music and screenwriting. His enthusiasm is infectious; inspiring us to tap into the well of creativity that Lynch believes we all have.

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Plot Keywords:

cult director | one word title

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Taglines:

LYNCH Behind the curtain A film that gives us a rare glimpse into the fascinating mind of the man who created classic films such as Eraserhead, Mulholland Dr., Blue Velvet, Twin Peaks Fire Walk With Me, Wild At Heart, The Elephant Man and more...

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Genres:

Documentary

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Certificate:

Not Rated

Details

Official Sites:

Official site

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

26 October 2007 (USA)

Also Known As:

Lynch (One)

Filming Locations:

Los Angeles, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Absurda, Hideout Films, Oneblackarm Films

Technical Specs

Runtime:

84 min

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.66 : 1

Did You Know?

Connections

Referenced in Novak (2009)

User Reviews

Genius at Work

The subject of this documentary is David Lynch's creation of Inland Empire, one of his more challenging and powerful films. The documentary is as incoherent as the film itself if you are not someone who inherently understands Lynch. Do not look to this film for explanations or insight of the man himself. Instead, look to it as an example of how the genius makes his art.

Lynch speaks almost constantly throughout the documentary. His speech is an endless flood of description, direction, and command. It should be no surprise to those who 'get him' that every second of film he uses is meticulously designed, imagined, visualized, created and very inspired.

Lynch/Lynch 2 is a perfect companion to a complex and intense experimental film. While its plot is much more linear than that of the feature, it offers a rare example of true genius at work.