![]() A director like Quentin Tarantino, whose hit "Pulp Fiction" was rightly celebrated around the world, would not have been possible had Lynch not come before. The next generation of directors has gained a lot from Lynch's vision, that much is clear today. When David Lynch entered the world of cinema in the 1970s, it was clear the director would become one of the world's most influential directors of all time.Īlthough the name David Lynch may not say much to moviegoers today - with his latest films seeing less success - Lynch's talents and range aren't valued enough in the US film industry. One could guess, while watching, that this film could only come from an artist set to make it big. Images from "Eraserhead" are unforgettable for those who've seen them, even now, nearly 40 years after the film's debut. ![]() ![]() Lynch made his directorial debut with the surreal black and white film "Eraserhead" Image: picture-alliance/dpa Living in a shabby apartment and cared for by an overwhelmed father, the being's presence in the drab horror film became a study in pity and a shocking vision for parents-to-be. Moviegoers followed along as a rare being, a cross between animal and person and clothed in diapers, whined and screamed nonstop on the screen. Its debut marked the beginning of the career of one of the US's most famous directors: David Lynch. A low-budget black and white independent film with the unusual title, "Eraserhead" made its first appearance in those tiny theaters. ![]() In the late 1970s, cinema visitors who preferred the independent offerings at arthouse theaters to Hollywood blockbusters like "Star Wars" were treated to something special in one particular midnight showing. ![]()
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