David Lynch's American Dreamscape
Music, Literature, Cinema
Book • 2025
Mike Miley's "David Lynch's American Dreamscape: Music, Literature, Cinema" explores the multifaceted influences on David Lynch's filmmaking.
The book delves into the literary and musical traditions that resonate throughout Lynch's filmography, revealing a deeper understanding of his creative process.
Miley examines how Lynch's work engages with and transforms various cultural touchstones, from children's literature to teen tragedy ballads.
The analysis extends beyond cinema to encompass the broader cultural landscape, showcasing the interplay between different art forms.
Ultimately, the book positions Lynch as a conduit for the American subconscious, channeling cultural anxieties and desires into his unique cinematic vision.
The book delves into the literary and musical traditions that resonate throughout Lynch's filmography, revealing a deeper understanding of his creative process.
Miley examines how Lynch's work engages with and transforms various cultural touchstones, from children's literature to teen tragedy ballads.
The analysis extends beyond cinema to encompass the broader cultural landscape, showcasing the interplay between different art forms.
Ultimately, the book positions Lynch as a conduit for the American subconscious, channeling cultural anxieties and desires into his unique cinematic vision.
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Mike Miley, "David Lynch’s American Dreamscape: Music, Literature, Cinema" (Bloomsbury, 2025)
