# David Lynch: The Art Life (2017)

> An intimate, visually distinctive portrait of David Lynch tracing the personal memories and artistic impulses behind his singular creative world.

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## Facts

- Runtime: 89 min
- Genres: Documentary
- Director: Jon Nguyen, Rick Barnes, Olivia Neergaard-Holm
- Cast: David Lynch, Lula Lynch
- TMDB rating: 7.0/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1691152/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: intimate, contemplative, eccentric, quiet afternoon, artist study

## Synopsis

Explore the mind of a visionary artist as he reflects on his formative years and creative journey.

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