Country
United States
Year
1997
Language
English spoken, Dutch subtitles
Actors
Bill Pullman, Patricia Arquette
Director
David Lynch
Duration
134 min
With Lost Highway, David Lynch proves once again why he is a master at telling stories that elude logical structures. The soundtrack by composer Angelo Badalamenti creates an oppressive and unforgettable atmosphere that perfectly complements the dark, surreal images.
Lost Highway (1997) opens with Fred Madison (Bill Pullman), a saxophonist living a seemingly quiet existence with his wife Renee (Patricia Arquette). Their lives take a sinister turn when they receive mysterious videotapes recording their home and private life. What follows is a nightmarish journey full of unexpected twists, changing identities and a constant sense of unease.
The film does not easily pigeonhole itself. It is a mix of film noir, psychological horror and surreal dreamscapes. Lynch uses every cinematic technique in his arsenal to create an ominous atmosphere that keeps you on the edge of your seat.
American director David Lynch died on Thursday, 16 January 2025, at the age of 78. David Lynch was one of the most unique and influential filmmakers of our time. Born on 20 January 1946 in Missoula, Montana, he built a career characterised by his unconventional style and fascination with the intangible. His work is a fusion of dream and reality, full of mystery, surrealism and often a touch of discomfort. To celebrate his oeuvre, we are screening his films Mulholland Drive, Lost Highway and Blue Velvet in the coming period (a wide-ranging retrospective will follow in June).
There are no new dates planned (yet) for Classics: Lost Highway.
