i saw this film opening night (thank you nova!) in nyc and am amazed i haven’t posted about it until now.

if you haven’t seen it already, go while there’s still time!

open your mind and tell yourself that you’re not seeing a traditional movie, but instead are going to experience a piece of cinema by a master artist.

also, remember that Lynch shot this film on consumer grade mini-dv cameras (sony pd-150) and did a blow up to 35mm for theatrical release. some of the photography (especially the first sequence and the poland sequences) are simply stunning (i wonder if these were the shots where peter demming, asc was brought in to light?). however, the “less cinematic shots” serve their part as well. they’re incredibly arresting and definitely add to the “experience” that Lynch is so amazing at creating.

do I wish the film was shot entirely on 35mm to allow for the beautiful images i love so much from his previous work? i admit that i do, but i also realize that the film would have a completely different feel and i absolutely appreciate the beautiful things he’s done with digital video (and has proven are possible).

inland empire is an incredible experience. support this independent film!

check out: inlandempirecinema.com for more information and venues.

seriously.