Mulholland Drive (2001)★ 8.1/10

this is the best movie ever made

David Lynch gave us a wild visual and mental ride with his signature style. In this film, every scene and detail is carefully made to help us figure out the deeper meanings, and it also lets us explore the complexities of human nature.

This film creates a really fancy but sad atmosphere that shows the thin line between dreams and reality. The story might not be new, but the narration and art style are really memorable. It's about a woman going to Hollywood to chase her dreams but ending up going crazy because of love that turns into hate. Maybe that's what David Lynch's work is about – feeling more than understanding. Personally, I think the dream scenes could've been less confusing, but that Spanish song "Llorando" is truly amazing!

This movie got way too hyped up. It feels like the director was just trying to entertain himself. Like, the killer's storyline and the director's storyline are just extras that don't really contribute much. If a film can be labeled a masterpiece just by throwing in a bunch of random elements and making it convoluted, then the bar for a masterpiece must be really low.

This movie was amazing, but even at the end, I felt a little confused. The plot was all over the place, with many disconnected subplots that felt like a mess. But as a movie depicting dreams, it did a great job making the dream feel realistic, even more so than some of Satoshi Kon's work. The symbols and metaphors might be hard to figure out, but overall, it was a really comforting and enjoyable watch.

I'm not usually into movies focusing on story structure and logic, but this one hooked me with its wild, stream-of-consciousness style. The deeper I got into it, the more I was blown away by the deep meaning and creepy vibe. It's like a twisted horror version of "Sabrina" with all these hazy, dark, and confusing elements. Naomi Watts definitely killed it for her role. She was so talented that she brought the character's inner world to life in an amazing way.

The first half of this movie was kinda creepy, with the visuals, colors, story, and logic all making me think it was all just a dream. And you know what? It was! But then the second half was a total letdown. It turned into a boring story about regular life stuff. The movie did a good job of building suspense, but the mystery part fell flat. It was like the writer couldn't figure out how to tie everything together, so they just said, "It's a dream, so logic doesn't matter."

On a first viewing, the 'neurotic' visual language of Mulholland Drive can make you feel like David Lynch is being deliberately cryptic. But this is a classic masterpiece worth slowly savoring and contemplating over. Once you understand the director’s vision, you can truly appreciate how this film’s use of light and shadow constructs a milestone in cinematic suspense. Such a dreamscape is rare!

This classic film presents interesting concepts and techniques without being as obscure as rumored. However, I think this is not a film made with the audience in mind, but a medium for the director to express his thoughts and find viewers who can understand him. For me, any film that successfully conveys its message with its unique cinematography is a good movie.

The film has a very well-structured narration. While the storytelling style may seem cryptic at times, the story itself is tightly woven and convincing, providing a vivid and multi-dimensional portrayal of the female protagonist. Her psychological state of "repressed chaos" is flawlessly captured through restrained and deliberate performances, editing choices, narrative pacing, fixed and slow-moving shots, enigmatic and complex storytelling, and a dream-like stream-of-consciousness approach. Additionally, the soft lighting helps create a dreamy atmosphere throughout the film.

The concepts and techniques of the film are impressive, and the whole film isn't as cryptic and difficult to understand as it may seem. However, I don't think this film was specifically made for the general audience. David Lynch might simply be expressing his thoughts and seeking resonance with those who connect with him through his movies. The fact that some people greatly admire him means that there are people who appreciate his unique style. For me, a film is considered good when it breaks away from conventions and showcases the director's distinct thoughts.

This film presents a nightmarish cityscape through its sound and tone. I especially enjoyed the imaginative yet eerie scene in the silent bar. With films like this, what we really need is to immerse ourselves in the flow rather than trying to fully grasp them.