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The Dreamlife of David L
“The imaginary story of the director David Lynch as a student in art school.”
4.0 / 10• 2014• 1h 30m•NR• French
Drama
Storyline
“The Dreamlife of David L.“ is a fictional feature film that takes inspiration from a key point in the life of director David Lynch: the time he spent as a student in a fine arts college. Initially attracted to painting, David Lynch ends up choosing the medium of film to express his talent. Far from being an attempt at biography, this film is an imaginary vision where the action could take place today. Which encounters or events leave their mark on the young David L. during this year as a student? “The Dreamlife of David L.” is a dreamlike journey that leads the viewer through the meanderings of this art school. There’s no need to be familiar with the cinematographic works of Lynch to follow the young David L. step by step, going behind the scenes with him.
Cast & Crew
Sylvain Urban
David L
Lead
Marguerite Dabrin
Claire
Laure Maloisel
Audrey
Amandine Klep
Laura
XA
Xavier Ameller
Bob
Jules Dousset
Frank
Jean-David Stepler
Le Directeur
What People Are Saying
2.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Paul Lê's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Dreamlife of David L is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
