David Lynch: Surrealist of Americana

[@watchdog304]

Best hair in any timeline or dimension.

[@jbasti227]

That is, excuse me, a DAMN fine head of hair

[@manicpixiefangirl4189]

I think there is one thing we can all agree on: That Kyle MacLachlan is adorable.

[@erikson94gremista]

*Manic Pixie Fangirl * Not even evil Cooper can make this dude unlikable

[@ARosethatBloomsinEarlyMay]

Sherilyn Fenn is more adorable.

[@chandrimadey8419]

Absolutely not.

[@stevie7255]

Kale!!!!

[@zacharydetrick7428]

absolutely

[@DrunkenM33rkat]

David Lynch is one of the greatest and the new season of twin peaks is a masterpiece

[@cadewarrencns]

Yeah. All I know is when we finally get Agent Cooper back, it's gonna fuckin' slay with the audience. Lynch is definitely building up momentum and I'm sure will own the shit out of the scene when it finally happens.

[@luqas99]

I am the FBI.

[@watchdog304]

Yes he is. Yet it is.

[@Den.Vos.Reynaerde]

@@cadewarrencns And he did. What a scene!

[@icopaseticMHF]

I didn't like it the first time, but just re-watched while going through a bout of sleep walking, now I love it

[@fireflocs]

I feel like the most striking thing about Lynch's work is that the typical reaction to his work reveals that most people _don't_ think of suburban americana as a surreal nightmare populated by awful people. They needed someone to come along and plant that idea in their heads.

[@user-vh2pn2ty4d]

fireflocs That can be said just about anything , if the ideas are not expressed they're not existent in our world, active consciousness. Even though everyone might be aware of them.

[@ubik_3786]

hey we’re not all bad. Do love lynch thoguh

[@Swiatlocien]

As an European who's never been to USA I can say that from my perspective suburban Americana seems sinister af. Not only Lynch but also Stephen King, Coen brothers and even the Grunge bands exploited their hellish second face. True Detective... the list goes on.

[@djanitatiana]

It’s worth noting that Lynch loves the suburban Americana, that is where he happily grew up as a young child. He introduces the dark to emphasize the light, by showing the threat and evil that exists anywhere he brings it into balance. Evil makes the good real.

[@apothecurio]

shit I oughta watch david Lynch as that is a thought I have had bouncing around my head for ages and ages.

[@glamdringithil7326]

This channel has a pure heart and a mind of gold.

[@ICONIC_art_collage]

Welcome to my surrealism channel!

[@arizonaFIREent]

It used to now its woke garbage

[@felizabaten4958]

the Narrator's voice is GOLD.

[@Sxsyphe]

Oh, I didn't know Kubrick's work was linked to Lynch's ! I think they are my favourite directors of all time. Thanks for all the other references, I will definitely check them out ! :)

[@cadewarrencns]

I'm a Kubrick and Lynch fanatic, for very very different reasons of course :). But whenever I see commentaries by Kubrick fans wondering "who will be the next Kubrick", it finally occurred to me some years back that it's Lynch, it's *always* been Lynch. For how different their work is (and especially how they treat actors!), I do think there is a remarkable common methodology to their work. Kubrick is to Photography as Lynch is to Painting. They also might be the two most important directors ever when it comes to sound design (again, in vastly different ways). It's a very, very good time to be a Lynch fan! And ScreenPrism's video here is one of the best brief analyses of Lynch's aesthetic out there.

[@jonathanmelia]

R. M Right, LOLITA being his favourite.

[@raiserys]

Aaron Warren When you say how they treat actors, I think Lynch is much better considering he always work with the same actors/actress in most of his works compared to Kubrick, who only work with an actor just once for a movie

[@cadewarrencns]

There's a major sense of loyalty and empathy that Lynch feels to actors, which Kubrick never had. It's one of the many humanistic things I respect about Lynch: Loyalty. Some folks tend to have very intense relationships that burn out quickly, and Kubrick - at least regarding actors - seems to have had that. I think Malcolm McDowell has basically said that and he was really upset that Kubrick essentially ghosted him. I'd be upset too. I was a Kubrick fanatic when I first got into cinema in my early twenties. I still adore Kubrick and his work, but increasingly with age, Lynch has owned my heart and unconsciousness in a way Kubrick never did for me.

[@archaic9525]

If you are sensitive to these a third 'competitor' is RW Fassbinder, who with a European touch delivers the same sense of 'art total' as Kubrick and Lynch do . He treated actors awfully, but nevertheless they craved participate and were recasted all along the way (a kind of 'synthesis' of Lynch and Kubrick's actors experiences combined)! With very different ways of course, he embraces all aspects of this wonderful art. That is my top three, crowning the whole history of cinema.

[@franko1998]

David Lynch is my favorite director. Oh... and I love new Twin Peaks.

[@smokeylonesome4328]

Best thing I have ever seen.

[@Chumdaisy]

This channel deserves over a million subs

[@xBINARYGODx]

only 1mm? How conservative you are. :-P

[@Chumdaisy]

BINARYGOD i meant at this point 😹

[@KnightOfNight3405]

Fadwa Altahir So underrated

[@alagaradazado]

someday it might reach it its an awesome channel

[@Leibo07]

... over a million sucks.

[@voodoochild1975az]

It's been a decades long journey, but recently... I am starting to think that Lynch, whom I've always appreciated... is actually my favorite film maker. I went on a Lynch bender in preparation for TP s3... and... even the films I rewatched for the umpteenth time, I still see new things, some new interpretation of a scene, or dialog, or even some symbolism. I love that it takes time to digest. I love that he invites me to try to interpret it and dissect it. I love that his work might actually get BETTER with repeat viewings. And strange though it is, his work always seems to speak to me on some kind of lizard brain level. It's taken me a long to realize it, but I think David Lynch is my favorite film maker. The moment of realization struck as the credits rolled on the infamous episode 8... Gotta Light? I had to pause. Sit in stillness for a moment. Breathe. Ponder what I just saw. Really it was a kind of meditation... And then I immediately rewatched it. After... it haunted me for days... and I do mean 'haunted'... it was disturbing. But, that reaction he can pull out of me in his film is why I love his work. It's not everyone's cup of tea, but... it works for me. Wow. (I might even call that the ballsiest hour ever aired on television... for the more cynical, you can watch that episode and say 'So THAT'S what they meant by creative control....') I'm not saying it's about that one episode, or that it is any better than some of his other best work... just that, watching it, sitting in stunned silence... just trying to parse it all... it hit me. Lynch is my favorite film maker. I actually feel kind of stupid for not realizing it sooner.

[@Serai3]

One film that was strongly influenced by Lynch is _The Mystery of Rampo,_ a lush surrealist detective story from Japan. Very beautiful and lyrical, and strange in a way I can only call Lynchian. If you haven't seen it, you should definitely look it up.

[@plasticweapon]

thanks!

[@alistairnicholls1391]

Also, "The seashell and the Clergyman" by Germaine Dulac

[@eftalya190]

I love how this channel actually teaches the references behind something not just other people’s reactions to sth

[@lilyhutchins9896]

David is by far my favourite. Everything from his genuine personality to his style and ideas and how he executes them is so likable and inspiring. I feel like all of the movies I've wanted to watch are all ones Lunch have made. What an amazing man

[@THX-um5sb]

Imo MULHOLLAND DRIVE is his best work,its a masterpiece through and through. in every aspect of film making.

[@btrixlestrange6432]

agreed

[@HotStrange]

The best director to ever do it. No other artist can make me feel the way his art does no matter if it’s film, paintings, music, anything.

[@Chlo255]

I always liked Mulholland Drive the best

[@DanTheMan-nc6yd]

Mulholland Drive is the best ever!

[@ricardocalmza]

His best one, my fav movie

[@gweflj]

Objectively it’s nothing on the Elephant Man.

[@beanbeanster7219]

I so very much love everything David Lynch. I love his work, his mind and his extreme whit and intelligence. I could listen to his talks and watch his films for a very long time.

[@1jckinnick]

And once again The Straight Story is underappreciated .

[@SuperMovieLvr933]

When she starts to speak I think this is gonna be screenrant, but then I listen to what she has to say & I subscribe.

[@THX-um5sb]

and this channel is one of the best channels ive seen on KZbin.

[@nasirb3914]

I can't stop watching this channel. Never stop. Delve deeper into the movies, don't be afraid of longer videos.

[@vinceinman9666]

I'm so glad I found this channel. The analysis and dive into theory is fantastic. Content is top notch.

[@bathoryaria4127]

This is one of the most professionally done shows on KZbin. I love it. Y'all are absolutely awesome, *and* David Lynch is my God. Just saying. I'm a total fan. Much, much love y'all ❤❤❤

[@brandonpelech4182]

Eraserhead is not only my favorite Lynch film, it's also probably my favorite film.

[@jonathanmelia]

Brandon Pelech Me too!

[@smokeylonesome4328]

Mulholland Drive, Blue Velvet, and Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me are his best films. Twin Peaks: The Return is his best work period.

[@gweflj]

You’re on crack. Elephant Man is by far his most complete film.

[@brandonpelech4182]

@@gweflj complete how?

[@gweflj]

@@brandonpelech4182 The telling of the narrative. The character development. The cinematography. Etc.

[@paisan8766]

I'm from the Philadelphia area and I can see where Lynch gets his inspiration from the city; it's steeped of a vast array of cultures, and art. There's a lot of beauty juxaposed with urban problems, especially back in the late 60s and the gritty 1970s. I'm proud that he sees my city this way, considering he's a genius artist and is from Montana (basically, the opposite of Philly). Yo, David... thanks, pal!

[@lonewanderer9842]

Mulholland dr blew my mind first time i watched it and introduced me to surreal/strange/weird movies and am a huge fan since!

[@rolandbaldwin]

I love this channel. You guys are so cerebral. I look forward to your next analysis

[@Nic33rd]

There's a weird, impersonal quality to this channel, between the name of the channel, the overall aesthetic quality, and the near-monotone style of narration, that clashes with how good it really is. Solid channel, but I'm always surprised with the depth of the work.

[@nirau]

Fantastic work guys. Lynch is one of my favorite directors. Keep it up!

[@oily.4608]

I love and adore David Lynch

[@johnnguyen9515]

Love how they skip dune lol

[@grumpycheerleader]

Thank you ❤️

[@mauricioocadiz]

Another great work by ScreenPrism!

[@iamme2478]

God, I ADORE this guy and his work!

[@donaldwhittaker7987]

Seen most of his movies. All excellent.

[@ameliawright6947]

I love your work; love this channel.

[@theskoolmustard00]

0:54 wasn't expecting to see the Lynch picture featuring Mark Linkous and Joseph Burton

[@HotStrange]

The David’s Lynch and Bowie changed my life.

[@FoolSilver]

God, you guys are great. Can't wait to see more from you!

[@avedic]

This was SO well done! I've seen a few of this channel's videos, and now this one clinches it for me....just subscribed! Keep up the great work...this is truly intelligent creative interesting content and analysis.

[@Derek_The_Magnificent_Bastard]

8:02 LOL, Yes 237 and 27 totally connected.

[@samuelsolano5759]

this is amazing

[@shawnmcloughlin42]

It's just Six Men Getting Sick. The (Six Times) bit was added for the DVD presentation, because that's how many loops the "film" has on that format. The intention of Six Men Getting Sick was to have it projected onto a three-dimensional surface and have it continuously playing on a loop, so the "six times" thing wasn't really a consideration as it was being made.

[@MmmKayHuuNay]

Also his music is 👌🏽

[@jesrieldaug1258]

Please continue this director series.

[@g.j.koster1986]

Lynch, my hero!

[@KSangel180]

Love this channel!

[@fazbell]

Lynch is a director like no other.

[@vrod2144]

Bravo!

[@shitchops]

wow this is actually a pretty great breakdown of what lynch is about.. I've always had interest in his work but had never really seen anyone let alone himself discuss or brainstorm what is happening.. i mean to do with his own ideas and what the hell is happening in his moofies.. WELL DONE think ill sub now.. the narrator sounds hot too

[@Serai3]

There's a documentary about Lynch titled _Pretty as a Picture,_ that goes well into his roots as an artist and how it influences his work. It's a sanctioned doc - Lynch appears in it himself and shows some of his artwork. (The one with the live ants will either intrigue you or freak you out.) Definitely look it up if you want to know more about his process.

[@remissao13]

Please do Almodóvar!

[@dannokane5272]

David-Lynch is artistic expression at its' ABSOLUTE-PEAK & BEYOND., his style has greatly-influenced me alongside other filmmakers like Tim-Burton., Clive-Barker., David-Cronenberg., Stanley-Kubrick., Terry-Gilliam., Wes-Craven., Dario-Argento., Mel-Brooks., Sam-Raimi., Lloyd-Kaufman., Steven-Spielberg., George-Lucas and Quentin-Taranitino.,,.

[@dantebad]

I knew about Lynch`s work when I was really young and someone made a joke about a blue box (which I thought it was referred to Dr.Who at the time) and a blue key. I was so intrigued about it and found out Mullholland Drive. I thought was disturbingly interesting and smart. Then I was scared of the first 15min of Eraserhead but I felt mesmerized and needed to finish it till the end. Then Blue Velvet which made me totally fall in love of the hole Lynchian experience. Id loved to see him talking with Dalí about trascendental meditation and surrealism.

[@TodaySatan]

Well done!

[@jakobjurisch8777]

Inland Empire (2006) is his unsung masterpiece....

[@kalashnikov1997]

I wish I could give a thousand thumbs up.

[@davidcopson5800]

If you could give a thousand you'd probably give ten thousand.

[@SpecificSpecificity]

Really phenomenal channel and video.

[@golu_badbola]

I would die for Agent Cooper.

[@Hakajin]

I love any author who appreciates the reality of fantasy and internal states in our lives, because it's something very important to me. And yeah, Lynch's works definitely have a strong sense of mood and dreaminess. When it comes to blending real life and fantasy, though, the first director I think of is Satoshi Kon (Perfect Blue, Millennium Actress, Paprika). Again, the point seems to be that our internal worlds are just as real to us as the external one. I looked up whether Lynch was an influence on Kon... but it doesn't seem so. Huh. Anyway, if you like movies that blend fantasy and reality, he's definitely one to look into.

[@westcoaststrangler]

Anyone else watching "american gods"? The show is just as bizarre , stylish, and non linear as twin peaks but with its own style and pacing.

[@DrDoomPool]

great show. neil gaiman is a master story teller.

[@Violet-du9bk]

True story I watched a lynch movie couldn’t understand it as I was watching. Then I fell asleep and as I slept I could feel it sinking into my subconscious.

[@diazgwi]

I would love to see a video on the works of two Spanish speaking directors Alejandro Jodorowsky and Pedro Almodovar. Their early work was so ahead of the times. They both touch on social topics that people woulldn't dare to do so because of social norms at the time. Look up their work. I could mention a a few of their masterpieces. Alejandro Jodorowsky: Santa Sangre, Holy Mountain, Endless Poetry, El too. Pedro Almódovar: Bad Education, The SKin I Live In, Talk to her, All About My Mother, Volver.

[@MyKindofStory]

Very nice. A pity there's no mention of his Palme d'Or winner, Wild at Heart.

[@azzyclark3860]

Blue Velvet is David Lynch's best work by far

[@JamesLawner]

Harrison Clark Why? It basically has a guy getting off on fumes and beating his girlfriend 😕

[@LaborVoicesInc]

yeah, blue velvet is probably one of the worst films lynch did.

[@johnrunion5357]

blue velvet is my all time favorite film.

[@johnrunion5357]

he is not portraying those events in a positive manner nor is he condoning those actions.

[@johnrunion5357]

you know not of what you speak. you must be one of those late arrival lynch fan boys who did not jump on the bandwagon until mulholland drive.

[@mariapapadopoulou7644]

i admire their work ,both as a concept critisism and the way they present it...is it deep film self-studying or profecionall critisism compined in a 10 minute edit, its as interesting as it i entertaning!

[@vr3824]

cant wait for his next number

[@josephcooney7952]

Cool,weird,surreal,enthralling,style,color,twisted,seedy,intriguing,artsy,....we could go on an on here. My kinda stuff.

[@kierans5583]

Probably the best artist of his generation

[@clownpendotfart]

The Fall struck me as a relatively standard cop vs serial killer investigation show. Just sticking to UK TV, Broadchurch did more of the "underbelly of a seemingly wholesome town" thing, although that's much older than Lynch, and I wouldn't even call that especially Lynchian.

[@robertdochter277]

It would very interesting to see a David Lynch film of a Clive Barker story, or vice versa.

[@jotade2098]

Great videos in this channel. By the way, you forgot " The straight story", a great movie and another example of Lynch's capacity for "standard" narration.

[@uglybastard7940]

the first time i some something by lynch was the lost highway around 4 years ago. my brain still hasnt recovered

[@hvitekristesdod]

Nice video. Mulholland Drive is the greatest film ever made

[@claytonorchard300]

Avè David Lynch

[@stefanosgambati5890]

What's the title of the opening song? Great video of course! :)

[@abraxamovic]

darude - sandstorm

[@DanTheMan-nc6yd]

Lynch is BOSS!

[@davidlinehat4657]

Interesting. I’m a fan of both Lynch and Clive Barker. Which of Barker’s works do you think are “Lynchian”?

[@leeahare]

Hey, great vid, though who's the music towards the end by, is it Lynch himself?

[@jayfolk]

eraserhead was seen by mel brooks who gave him the chance with elephant man, then was given dune (after jodobrosky's amazing but failed pitch) with loads of executive influence creating lynchs demand for complete artistic control, which he later got, with dunes lead actor no less, in blue velvet.

[@bronkawitz]

Forgot about Wild At Heart.

[@juliussw9153]

"waking up from a nap on lsd and wondering if youre still tripping" i highly doubt this has ever happened to anyone

[@navirenight9619]

There’s light and varying degrees of darkness, on the Lost Highway to Mulholland Drive ...

[@Find-Your-Bliss-]

It’s originally: Heineken! Fuck that shit! Pabst Blue Ribbon. Frank

[@lucasmoreira6035]

Are there spoilers for any lynch movie in this video?

[@jamesbarker6373]

0;14 The guy looks like Woody Harrelson (The guy from Zombieland)

[@Eta_Carinae__]

Well, that's what I thought as well, but I've been told that Lynch is more a post-structuralist figure, which you've also shown with the necessary dualities point. I can sorta see both readings, but I can't really see why someone would box him in with one reading or another.

[@randominternetguy2960]

6 men getting sick 6 times Sick sick sick... 666? Am I digging here?

[@purplewine7362]

😮

[@abraxamovic]

Get yourself some sleep

[@shivamxyz7560]

anyone has link of Interview prior to mullohand drive release?

[@VAunderlineI]

No dune or straight story in the video? Would like to see them interpreted as well

[@trfyhrghty4222]

👍

[@mathiasmathiesen5811]

Are there spoilers for Twin peaks in this video?

[@jnru3ns4N3]

is this a re-upload?

[@meerareeeem]

Do a video just on mulholland drive please.

[@uluccoban8875]

Im just throwing ideas but could saladfingers secretly be made by Lynch?

[@abraxamovic]

Maybe

[@larryslemp9698]

Ladies and Gentlemen.......................MR. DAVID LYNCH!!

[@juliadye4964]

You guys should do edgar Wright

[@nofearonlylove21]

CAN YOU DO ETERNAL SUNSHINE OF A SPOTLESS MIND PLEASEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

[@brwi1]

also, fire and electricity

[@Rudega]

Dune overlooked.

[@lilyhutchins9896]

Inland empire is the scariest movie over ever seen.