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David Lynch: The Art Life

2017·Movie
1h 29min·NR
78
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.2Metacritic758.2Rotten Tomatoes90%75%
IMDb7.2Metacritic758.2Rotten Tomatoes90%75%

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David Lynch: The Art Life fingerprint

Striking style, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Adrenaline3
  • Fast Pace3

Heart

Nostalgic

  • Nostalgia7
  • Melancholy6
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Absurdist Humor3
  • Dark Humor3

World

A real life story, everyday modern life, and the mind

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and characters

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Standout cinematography and visual style

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Cinematography8
  • Visual Stylization8
  • Editing7

Who it's for

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About

Experience a unique documentary event: exploring the life and the mind of the creative genius behind David Lynch.

An intimate journey through the formative years of David Lynch's life. From his idyllic upbringing in small town America to the dark streets of Philadelphia, we follow Lynch as he traces the events that have helped to shape one of cinema's most enigmatic directors.
Intimate PortraitArtistic ProcessCreative DevelopmentBiographical DocumentaryPsychological InsightInfluential FilmmakerPersonal JourneyReflectiveNostalgic

Crew

Directed by:
Olivia Neergaard-Holm, Jon Nguyen, Rick Barnes
Written by:
Isabel Andrés, Pilar Alessandra
Produced by:
Adam F. Goldberg, Vince Di Meglio, Jason S.
Composed by:
Philip Nicolai Flindt, Jonatan Bengta

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about David Lynch: The Art Life

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Where can I stream David Lynch: The Art Life legally?

HBO MaxKanopyCriterionShout! Factory TVTubi TV

David Lynch: The Art Life is included with a subscription to HBO Max in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Shout! Factory TV, and YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is David Lynch: The Art Life worth watching?

78
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 7.2, Rotten Tomatoes 90%, and Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is David Lynch: The Art Life rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is David Lynch: The Art Life?

1 h 29 min

David Lynch: The Art Life runs 1 h 29 min.

Is David Lynch: The Art Life based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on David Lynch: The Art Life?

Critics83
Audiences76

Yes. Critics average 83 and audiences 76 out of 100, so both groups see David Lynch: The Art Life much the same way.

Was David Lynch: The Art Life a box office hit?

Budget$179,554
Box office$311,470

Roughly broke even. It cost about $179,554 to make and earned $311,470 worldwide, 1.7 times its budget.

What language is David Lynch: The Art Life in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch David Lynch: The Art Life?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for David Lynch: The Art Life in 26 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.