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Summary: For artists experiencing an inspiration block...
Review: LOVED IT! If you are an artist no matter what medium, this book unravels more inspirations than your mind can possibly hold. David Lynch, known for his inability to express himself in words, ironically sends tantilizing pieces emerging into (in my mind) a complete puzzle. The essence of a great artist. Doesn't matter if your style differs from his, its a fundamental uniform feeling we tend to forget. Simplicity is good. Recommendation: Read this book slowly...what's the rush?
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Summary: Light on graphics, heavy on text
Review: Lynch on Lynch is an interview with David Lynch, about his life, his artistic philosophies, and the making of his films. It is a pretty in depth study of Lynch, so it's alot of fun for big Lynch fans that want to know about HIM. But it should be said that it is pretty skimpy on pictures, so those expecting good color shots of his paintings and movies will be dissapointed, with the exeption of Henry Spencer on the back of the dust jacket.
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Summary: Questions In A World Of Blue
Review: Of the many books on David Lynch and his work, this collection of intriguing interviews continues to be the most rewarding for me. Instead of the usual analytical essays and speculations, Chris Rodley is fortunate enough to get comments from the infamous director himself. Lynch discusses all of his major films up to 1997 (even the troublesome "Dune" and "Fire Walk With Me," which he's usually reluctant to go into) as well as his photography, painting, and scultpure work, his soundtracks and musical collaborations, and even the television commercials he's done. While he still doesn't reveal most of the bigger mysteries in his films (like how the "Eraserhead" baby was done), he does offer some valuable insight into many of his visions. He confesses his love of textures, and why certain elements pop up repeatedly in his work (flames, electricity, doppelgängers, smoke, piles of dirt). He also addresses the issue of sex and violence in movies, and the challenge of working within the limits of television. A surprising amount of personal history is covered along the way, from his childhood to his college days to his marriage. The conversation is fascinating, and fans of Lynch will be enraptured as he indulges us on the various things that thrill him. This book is mostly text with an occasional B&W photo or still, so those looking for a color picture book will be disappointed. It's a great read and well worth your time, providing a rare glimpse into the mind of a truly unique filmmaker.
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Summary: David Lynch himself interests me more than his films.
Review: The best parts of this book deal more with David Lynch himself, his likes and dislikes, and his opinions on art. His process is explored indepth, though he remains (typically) enigmatic on most of the meanings behind his work. The book shows how his life is his artistic wellspring.
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Summary: ABSOLUT JUDAS BOOTH!
Review: The tippety-top of the heapin' heap. This is the book that puts a warm feeling in my heart. This is about as personal as it gets, and as far as David's intuitive art and important and very natural thinking, this autobiography/extended interview is not only the best book in all of the filmmaker series books from Faber & Faber, but the closest thing to sitting down and having a long, tall latte with Mr. Lynch. He's so nice, so sincere, and so absolutely normal. It's everyone else that's nuts. Where else can we hear the true American filmmaker/artist of the Millenium (and the last one too!) talk about how much he loves the films of Billy Wilder, Jacques Tati, and Stanley Kubrick. We learn of his struggle, and of David's obvious happiness at doing what he's doing. You don't need money to create. David has proven that what comes from the heart, and what is sometimes the most abstract thing, is also the most magical. May he live on for all eternity. The man is 1/2 Merlin 1/2 Thomas Edison, and 100% Original Missoula Montana meets James Dean nice guy for everyone to respect. Respect the man, and for all you Execs out there, give him your freakin' money. He's worth every penny, and this book is fantastic! Sincerely, Ramzi Abed Bloodshot Pictures
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Summary: Something For Real Lynch Fans
Review: This book is absolutely wonderful! Yeah, there's not many pictures in it, but if you're looking for a picture book, then you will want to try and nab a copy of Lynch's book "Images", which features pretty much every piece of art Lynch has ever done. Anyway, Lynch on Lynch isn't about the pictures. It's about the man behind them. Although I agree that the interviewer tends to get a tad annoying at times, with his obvious lack of true Lynch understanding. But David Lynch is a very intelligent, warm, fun person whose personality comes through in every page of the book. The book is wonderfully separated into chapters based on the different segments of Lynch's life and career...from his childhood all the way to Lost Highway, each chapter spends a good 20-30 pages dealing specifically with each area. There is also a wonderful filmography at the end. This book is a must-read for any Lynch fan who has more than a passing interest in the man behind the movies and tv shows that have forever changed the way we view life.
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Summary: Something For Real Lynch Fans
Review: This book is absolutely wonderful! Yeah, there's not many pictures in it, but if you're looking for a picture book, then you will want to try and nab a copy of Lynch's book "Images", which features pretty much every piece of art Lynch has ever done. Anyway, Lynch on Lynch isn't about the pictures. It's about the man behind them. Although I agree that the interviewer tends to get a tad annoying at times, with his obvious lack of true Lynch understanding. But David Lynch is a very intelligent, warm, fun person whose personality comes through in every page of the book. The book is wonderfully separated into chapters based on the different segments of Lynch's life and career...from his childhood all the way to Lost Highway, each chapter spends a good 20-30 pages dealing specifically with each area. There is also a wonderful filmography at the end. This book is a must-read for any Lynch fan who has more than a passing interest in the man behind the movies and tv shows that have forever changed the way we view life.
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Summary: Better Pick this Book Up NOW!! LYNCH IS THE GREATEST
Review: THIS BOOK is one of the most inspirational, beautiful... amazing wonders!! I read it cover to cover in two days. I love it. I still read some of the chapters to remember how impacting this man's work has been on my life! This guy is a genius and Chris Rodley will make that achingly clear throughout this fine release from Faber & Faber Press.
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Summary: Great insight without being too heady:
Review: This book provides a great insight into the mind of David Lynch, without getting too heady or intellectual about it (like other books can). It's an easy read, and presented in an interview question and answer style.
If you are a Lynch fan, you will enjoy this book which covers Lynch's history and some if his thought processes. Lynch realizes that his art should (and does) speak for itself so he keeps his ground and never talks about exactly what he meant in a particular shot in a film. Instead, he talks about the evoking of feelings and ideas as the genesis for his art. I would certainly recommend this book as a more entertaining read than the competing texts, some of which are nearly ridiculus in their over-intellectualiztion.
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Summary: A "must have" for Lynch fans
Review: This terrific book captures the essence of the creative processes of the artist. In his own words within the context of a revealing, candid, insightful and often times entertaining series of interviews, "Lynch on Lynch" provides more insight on the artist than all other available resources combined.
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