
Mulholland Drive
dir. David Lynch
85
8 sourcesSynopsis
Blonde Betty Elms has only just arrived in Hollywood to become a movie star when she meets an enigmatic brunette with amnesia. Meanwhile, as the two set off to solve the second woman's identity, filmmaker Adam Kesher runs into ominous trouble while casting his latest project.
Critics consensus
David Lynch's dreamlike and mysterious Mulholland Drive is a twisty neo-noir with an unconventional structure that features a mesmerizing performance from Naomi Watts as a woman on the dark fringes of Hollywood.
What resonated with audiences
'Mulholland Drive' is a surreal, complex film by David Lynch, exploring identity, dreams, and Hollywood's dark side. Its nonlinear narrative, dreamlike atmosphere, and enigmatic storytelling are often praised. Lynch's meticulous detail, symbolism, and Angelo Badalamenti's haunting score contribute to its mesmerizing quality. Naomi Watts and Laura Harring's performances are highlighted for depth and emotional resonance. However, its abstract nature and open-ended conclusion have divided opinions, with some finding it brilliant and others confusing or unsatisfying.

Directed byDavid Lynch
StarringNaomi Watts, Laura Harring, Justin Theroux, Ann Miller, Mark Pellegrino, Robert Forster
Written byDavid Lynch
CinematographyPeter Deming
EditingMary Sweeney
MusicAngelo Badalamenti
Mulholland Drive
2001 · R · 2h 27m
Thriller, Drama, Mystery
Blonde Betty Elms has only just arrived in Hollywood to become a movie star when she meets an enigmatic brunette with amnesia. Meanwhile, as the two set off to solve the second woman's identity, filmmaker Adam Kesher runs into ominous trouble while casting his latest project.
