Short Films Of David Lynch

David Lynch is my favorite director of all times. He stands on top, side by side with Stanley Kubrick, in my opinion. I've been watching his films over and over again since I was 16 and it's always a new experience. Every single time I discover new meanings, new interpretations, new compelling details, which is wonderful but also frustrating, in a way: when I think I'm pretty close to fully understand his art, I have to re-think it all.But "The Short Films" came as a fundamental help to my efforts. There is where it all began and there I found the seeds (it's funny to see how the seeds are a constant in his early works, from "The Alphabet" to "Eraserhead") of his unique art.The DVD includes the following works:-- Six Men getting sick-- The Alphabet-- The Grandmother-- The Amputee-- The Cowboy and the Frenchman-- LumiereI can see clearly a path connecting the first three films. In the odd "film painting" of the Six Men Lynch establishes one of his staple subjects: the birth/generation (the life!) as a sickness; then he depicts learning as a traumatic experience in "The Alphabet" and finally ends this unorthodox trilogy with that "nightmare of growing" called "The Grandmother"."The Grandmother" is definitely a complete film and his first, disturbing masterpiece: I think this alone is worth the price of the DVD, an absolute must-see.The remaining three works are less interesting. I see in them more mannerism and less significance, while "The cowboy and the Frenchman" is fun (thanks to Harry Dean Stanton!) and very reminiscent of the humour of "Twin Peaks".I would have enjoyed some extras, but now my Lynch collection is complete and I'm very glad of my purchase.

The films themselves are simple, odd and fun to watch; but the commentary by David Lynch is amaaaaaaaazing. Slow and intensely weird while at the same time, somehow, warm and educational. Lynch doesn't hold back about his beginnings, rambling on in his nostalgia. He's one of those people who make you think, "How can he be so serious about what he does?" And then, you realize, you've just been thoroughly entertained.

No stars, do not buy this. I sent it back. I love David Lynch BUT

not for the faint of understanding. really good

the films are great, the lynch presence is there. i would oridnarily have no problem with this DVD, except for my original copy is missing the film "the amputee". i returned it only to find the same defect in the same place. that is the only reason i'm bummed. otherwise all the stuff ive bought have been in very good shape^^ i still want another copy that works guys!! thanks , John

Some of the films had interesting moments that I enjoyed, and I can see how this would complete the collection of any hardcore Lynch fan, but personally I was disinterested in the shorts. I'm sticking with his feature films.

Sweet! i have seen the shorts before, really got it for the t.v. picture calibration on the special features

Purrrr......I love David Lynch so I have a biased opinion. But..I must say..my TV config ...I followed the instructions and I SWEAR LOL...it's amazing on how precise it works..the eerie music is scarey...but thats the trademark of this master. Try it. Anyway..this is my first ever online review for any DVD I've ever bought from amazon.com so DAVID this is for YOU!!! Your the master. I first saw Eraserhead when dvd's never existed. However, I never forgot it. I thank you for releasing this masterpiece back to the public. I bought a VHS of it 4 years ago for $100.00 ...imagine. Now the DVD and your shorts are available. I have a customized frame poster of Jack Nance Eraserhead in my kitchen (which is full of Natalie Wood, Gregory Peck, Frank Sinatra, Hayley Mills, Steve McQueen, Jackie Gleason, Art Carney). The head of the Eraserhead baby...is VERY similar to Lynch's "art" in his shorts. Almost...sperm like.If your a Lynch fan it will all come together. The Grandmother...OMG...TOTAL LYNCH!!! The child looks like a "smaller" or younger Michael J Anderson, white faced. All I can say is...God loves me for giving me this wonderful gift :)Thank you David.BRAVO

Very much for completists, this collection of short films sees David Lynch on even more bizarre form than ever. Along with brief experiments in animation and film, such as Six Men Getting Sick and the blink-and-you'll-miss-it Luminere; this collection also contains the half-hour The Grandmother and The Cowboy And The Frenchmen, the former sees David Lynch visiting the disturbing and surreal fantasy landscapes which would truly come into fruition in his debut feature Eraserhead, and the latter is an exploration of his bizarre sense of comedy. The Alphabet is an enjoyable four minute romp through the conscious and unconscious of young children and the amputee is a grisly satire.Each film contains an interesting introduction by David Lynch, which in most cases gives a great insight to this incredibly talented man's insane imagination and the influences of his work.If you've found any of David Lynch's feature length films too unusual for your tastes, this DVD is not for you. However, any fan of David Lynch, particularly fans of his films based on symbolism, such as Eraserhead and Inland Empire, will enjoy much of this DVD.

This is great not only if you're a David Lynch fan but great art class kind of work.The grandmother is very dark and scary but the short film:The alphabet still gives me nightmares.It's terrifying.I am a big David Lynch and I reccomend this to anyone who would wish to see his earlier work.

Although this collection is probably best suited to a Lynch completist it's still worth a watch if only for the marvellous 'The Grandmother' - the tale of an abused boy who tries to find comfort away from his parents by growing a grandmother from a seed. Bizarre, yet fascinating.

This is probably my favourite Lynch dvd. If you like the man already...buy this now. It is probably best reserved for his bigger fans..who have already seen his other films.I thought it would just be a nice wee addition to my Lynch collection..but i totally fell in love with it.When a friend stays at your house, throw on The Alphabet (short film 2) while they writhe around in hungover agony!Hours of fun.. and things will never be the same thereafter.GET!

A beautiful book