Eraserhead

Eraserhead

Claire Henry - 2023

Overview

David Lynch's surreal and darkly humorous film Eraserhead, a recognized cult classic since its late 1970s midnight movie success, is explored in this study. Claire Henry delves into the film's netherworld, detailing its production, exhibition, reception, and elusive meanings. Using archival research, the book traces Lynch's journey from his vision of Philadelphia to Los Angeles, infusing the film with the industrial landscapes and sounds of the Callowhill district. Henry offers a fresh interpretation, reframing auteurism to focus on Lynch's visual artistry and Transcendental Meditation practice.

Who it's for

• Fans of David Lynch's early work
• Students of film studies and cult cinema
• Readers interested in the analysis of surrealist art
• Those exploring the intersection of film and visual art

Key features

• Language: English
• Format: Paperback
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Academic
• Publication Year: 2023
• Page Count: 120
• ISBN: 9781839025600