The Cinema of David Lynch
Few have influenced the shape of contemporary film & television more than David Lynch. Heralded as a latter-day Surrealist, his inimitable work has etched itself into Western culture so indelibly as to become adjectival: “Lynchian”. Dreamlike imagery, haunting soundscapes & unforgettable characters coalesce into films that dive straight into the heart & underbelly of American life. With his impeccable style & coiff (aka “Jimmy Stewart from Mars” per Mel Brooks), Lynch’s contributions can’t be understated, and are well worth exploring or revisiting. The course features four films from the oeuvre of David Lynch.
This is an In-Person + Livestreamed Course
- Classes meet in person at the Golden Bear Center, Suite 365, at 1995 University Ave., Berkeley
- Classes will also be streamed live
- Please note: Films should be viewed in advance. Class sessions will consist of lecture, discussion and short film clips to deepen understanding of the course material
- You must be a current OLLI @Berkeley member to register. Learn about membership, including our fee assistance program.
Schedule Highlights
- Course starts on Wednesday, June 4, and ends on Wednesday, June 25
- Classes meet for 4 weeks, 2 hours per session (1–3 PM)
- All course materials will remain available to view and enjoy in Member Dashboards through August 31
Member Praise for Karen Davis
Karen is a captivating instructor! Can't wait for her next class.
Excellent teacher, very interesting films, and loved learning about talented people in film that I either knew nothing about and/or are just amazingly gifted people.
Faculty Q&A
- Read an interview with Karen Davis from our archive.