David Lynch was a painter before he brought his art to film

In His Dark, Disturbing Visions, David Lynch Showed Us Who We Are
The director himself came off as almost performatively normal. Masterpieces like “Eraserhead” and “Mulholland Drive” said otherwise.
Though known for its darkness, perhaps the most surprising quality of David Lynch’s art was its hope
It is true that David Lynch was a dark master, capable of depicting on-screen violence with more edge than most — but what is not often discussed is that he did find beauty in the world, time and time again.
David Lynch was a painter before he brought his art to film: L.A. arts and culture this week
The world lost one of its premiere film auteurs when David Lynch died last week. It also lost a fascinating visual artist.
Five commercials that show how David Lynch elevated advertising to an art form
The late filmmaker David Lynchs unique approach to storytelling, with TV and films like Twin Peaks (1990-2017), Blue Velvet (1986) and Mulholland Drive (2001), combined dreamlike imagery with unsettling narratives.
David Lynch loved the art life to death
Dead at 78, Lynch revealed his emphysema diagnosis in 2024, writing, "There is a price to pay for this enjoyment"
In the Company of David Lynch’s Art, Our Hearts Expand
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The Beautifully Disturbing Films Created By The Great David Lynch
Just 15 days into the new year, the world woke up to some devastating news—David Lynch, a mastermind of horror movies, had lost the battle to emphysema. The good news is that he left us a long list of films; here are his best. But First…
Remembering iconic filmmaker David Lynch
Acclaimed American filmmaker David Lynch, known for his surrealist storytelling and unforgettable cinematic style, has passed away at the age of 78. His family announced his death on social media saying: "There's a big hole in the world now that he's no longer with us,
David Lynch: A Legacy of Surrealism and Mastery in Film
The world of cinema mourns the loss of David Lynch, who passed away at 78. Known for masterpieces like Blue Velvet, Twin Peaks, and Mulholland Drive, Lynch redefined storytelling with his surreal and enigmatic narratives.
David Lynch’s musical creations were as visionary as his filmmaking
Lynch’s work is unique and influential enough to have spawned the adjective “Lynchian”, which, like the man himself, is at once both easy to recognise and hard to define. It involved a unique storytelling approach,
David Lynch to Be Honored with Free Documentary, Family Meditation
Criterion's got a free David Lynch documentary this month, and his family is inviting fans to meditate on his birthday.
Kyle MacLachlan, Naomi Watts, Martin Scorsese, and More Pay Tribute to David Lynch: ‘He Made Everything Strange, Uncanny, Revelatory, and New’
David Lynch revolutionized cinema — and now, Hollywood is paying tribute to the legendary auteur, who died Thursday at the ...
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David Lynch dead at 78. His career spanned film, NYC art galleries, mental health advocacy
Surrealist director and filmmaker David Lynch, known for classics such as 'Eraserhead,' 'Blue Velvet' and TV's 'Twin Peaks,' ...
David Lynch dies at 78: From 'Mulholland Drive' to 'Twin Peaks,' where to watch his most memorable films, TV shows
This poignant drama, based on the true story of Joseph Merrick (renamed John in the film), stars John Hurt as a disfigured ...
Flashback: David Lynch Makes Final On-Screen Appearance With Unforgettable ‘Fabelmans’ Cameo
While David Lynch's mark on cinema came from the director’s chair, his final big-screen contribution was an unforgettable ...
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Hollywood Pays Tribute To David Lynch: Ron Howard Says He “Proved That Radical Experimentation Could Yield Unforgettable Cinema”
Refresh for updates… Director Ron Howard praised his fearlessness, Mulholland Drive star Lee Grant called him “a one of a ...