The late directorDavid Lynchhas given us some of the most iconic movies. He was the kind of visionary whose work, in some instances, made more sense in retrospect. From surreal landscapes, cinematography, to thrilling plots and misunderstood heroes, his movies have a quality, a dreamy texture, that no one can replicate. Amonghis long list of worksisBlue Velvet,starring hisfrequent collaborator andDunestarKyle MacLachlan, which has found a free streaming home, per ComicBook.
Blue Velvetis among the movies that got their flowers late; it received divided reviews upon its release in the 80s and wasn’t a big commercial success, but incontemporary times is considered among the best movies of all time. The movie also bagged Lynch a Best Director Oscar nomination among other accolades. It has a 91 percentRotten Tomatoesscore from critics while the audience score sits at 88 percent. It’s loved for its surreal cinematography, a thrilling plot, and shock value.
What’s ‘Blue Velvet’ About?
The movie follows a college student, Jeffrey Beaumont (MacLachlan), who returns home after his father has a stroke.Things take a turn when he discovers a severed ear in an abandoned field. He then teams up with a detective’s daughter, Sandy Williams (Dern), to solve the mystery. They believe the ear belongs to beautiful lounge singer Dorothy, who may be connected with the case. Soon, Beaumont finds himself becoming drawn into her dark, twisted world, where he encounters sexually depraved psychopath Frank Booth.
Back in the day,Blue Velvetwas criticized for its explicit content, but in time,the audience has come to understand its significance better. It has amazing performances and also revived the career ofDennis Hopperand is credited with providingIsabella Rosselliniwith a dramatic outlet beyond her previous works. Along with MacLachlan and Dern, the movie also cast Rossellini as Dorothy Vallens, Hopper as Frank,Hope Langeas Pam,Dean Stockwellas Ben,George Dickersonas Detective John, andPriscilla Pointeras Frances. Further rounding off the cast areFrances Bayas Aunt Barbara,Jack Harveyas Tom,Ken Stovitzas Mike,Brad Dourifas Raymond,Jack Nanceas Paul,J. Michael Hunteras Hunter, and many more.
While Lynch’s work is not easily available on streaming,Blue Velvetis streaming on TUBI. Check out the trailer above and stay tuned to Collider for more such updates.
Blue Velvet
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