Celebrating David Lynch (1946–2024)
David Lynch’s The Straight Story is a beautifully understated road movie based on a true story. It follows 73-year-old Alvin Straight, who embarks on a 240-mile journey across the Midwest on a lawnmower to reconcile with his estranged brother. Unlike Lynch’s darker, surreal works, this is a tender, deeply human film, rich with breathtaking landscapes, quiet wisdom, and an unforgettable performance from Richard Farnsworth. It’s a moving meditation on time, regret, and the simple kindness of strangers. Cinema at its most profound and heartfelt.
Few directors shaped modern cinema like David Lynch. Known for his dreamlike storytelling, unsettling mystery, and iconic films like Blue Velvet, Mulholland Drive, and Eraserhead, Lynch was a master of blending beauty with the bizarre. The Straight Story stands apart as his warmest, most accessible work—yet it still carries his signature magic. With his passing, we celebrate a filmmaker whose singular vision forever changed how we see film.
- Director: David Lynch
- Certificate: BBFC U rating - Suitable for all