7.6
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Lost Highway fingerprint
Masterful craft, stunning style, light on feelings.
Energy
Nerve-racking and violent
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension9
- Violence7
- Scare6
Heart
Melancholic and moving
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Wonder6
Humor
Some absurdist humor and cringe comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor7
- Cringe Humor5
- Dark Humor5
World
The mind, mystery, and crime
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
- Ambiguity10
- World Immersion9
- Rewatchability9
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and storytelling
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Direction10
- Intrigue10
- Non-linear Narrative10
Style
Standout visual style, cinematography, and editing
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization10
- Cinematography9
- Editing9
Energy
HighNerve-racking and violent
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Lost Highway is nerve-racking and violent. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
Related traits
- Uncanny10Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowMelancholic and moving
Emotionally, it's melancholic and moving.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
MediumSome absurdist humor and cringe comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some absurdist humor and cringe comedy.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
World
HighThe mind, mystery, and crime
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around the mind, mystery, and crime. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It holds up on a rewatch. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Ambiguity10Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability9Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Psychological10Inner worlds and mind games.
- Surrealism10Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
Very highStandout direction, performances, and storytelling
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The direction, performances, and storytelling stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Direction10Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue10Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative10Time-shifts and structure play.
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure9Story architecture and form.
- Complexity9Layered plots and ideas.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Meta Narrative3Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Homage & Reference6Allusions to other works.
Style
Very highStandout visual style, cinematography, and editing
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style, cinematography, and editing stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization10Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography9Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing9Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition9Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality9Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality8The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Psychedelic5Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
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A lost road on the edge of strange...
A tormented jazz musician finds himself lost in an enigmatic story involving murder, surveillance, gangsters, doppelgängers, and an impossible transformation inside a prison cell.
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Questions about Lost Highway
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Is Lost Highway worth watching?
70
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 7.6, Rotten Tomatoes 70%, and Metacritic 53). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Lost Highway rated?
RViolenceNuditySexual contentDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, nudity, sexual content, and disturbing imagery.
How long is Lost Highway?
2 h 14 min
Lost Highway runs 2 h 14 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Lost Highway?
Critics62
Audiences81
Not quite. Audiences rate Lost Highway higher (81) than critics (62). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Lost Highway a box office hit?
Budget$15 million
Box office$4 million
No. It cost about $15 million to make and earned $4 million worldwide, 26% of its budget.
What language is Lost Highway in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in France, United States.
In how many countries can I watch Lost Highway?
124
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+110GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Lost Highway in 124 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Lost Highway use?
Cult SoundtrackMurder the HypotenuseTake That, Critics!Accidental MurderAngry Collar GrabHarassing Phone CallSilent WhisperDowner EndingBait-and-SwitchSlashed Throat"Ray of Hope" EndingMusicalis Interruptusand 51 more
TV Tropes lists 63 storytelling tropes for Lost Highway, including Cult Soundtrack, Murder the Hypotenuse, Take That, Critics!.