Exploring David Lynch's Hopeful Legacy Amid Surrealism

We look back on the life and career of legendary Los Angeles director David Lynch. Known for “Blue Velvet,” “Mulholland Drive” and “Twin Peaks,” Lynch used dream-logic narratives to interrogate the American dream itself and to capture the dark beauty of Los Angeles, the city he dearly loved. He was also sunny in outlook, famously advising “keep your eye on the donut and not on the hole.” Lynch’s family announced his death on Thursday. He was 78. What is your favorite work by David Lynch? What did he mean to you?

Guests:

Rebecca Alter, staff writer who covers comedy and pop culture, Vulture

Alexandre Philippe , filmmaker and director of the documentary “Lynch/Oz”

Jackson Kim Murphy, associate news editor, Variety

Ian Nathan, film writer and author, “David Lynch: A Retrospective”

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