Review of Inland Empire (2006) by David M — 19 Oct 2008

Trippy. But then, what David Lynch movie isn't right?

This review of Inland Empire (2006) was written by David M on 19 Oct 2008.

Inland Empire has generally received positive reviews.

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By Steven J (255) on 21 Nov 2016

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Wow. I love a good amount of David Lynch's work. I LOVE Twin Peaks, Blue Velvet and Mulholland Drive. I liked Lost Highway and Dune…

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David Lynch's, as of yet, last commitment to cinema was equally hailed as both his best and most convoluted worst work committed in his canon…

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Some of Lynch's movies (Mulholland Drive) are more fun to try to figure out than others (this one)…

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By Riff J (755) on 03 Sep 2018

Another Lynch movie that left me baffled and confused as to what I had just witnessed. Laura Dern gives a very committed performance in the lead…

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