David Lynch, the acclaimed director behind Palme d’Or-winning 1990 film “Wild at Heart,” has passed away. Actor Nicolas Cage remembered Lynch as a “singular genius in cinema” and praised his bravery, brilliance, and sense of humor.
The movie, set in New Orleans and Louisiana, starred Cage alongside Laura Dern, Willem Dafoe, Crispin Glover, and Isabella Rossellini. The film tells the story of Sailor, an ex-con played by Cage, who reunites with Lula, played by Dern’s mother Diane Ladd. The movie follows their perilous journey as they evade hitmen and detectives sent to capture them.
“Wild at Heart” was a critical and commercial success, grossing $14.5 million at the domestic box office and launching rockabilly singer Chris Isaak’s career with the hit single “Wicked Game.” The music video for the song, directed by Herb Ritts and starring Helena Christensen, is still iconic today.
Lynch won numerous awards, including a Palme d’Or, but his legacy was often underappreciated during his lifetime. Cage’s tribute to Lynch highlights the director’s unique genius and enduring impact on cinema.
The film remains largely unavailable for streaming, leaving fans to miss out on a piece of cinematic history. As Cage put it, “The world of film feels like it lost a dimension today.”
Source: https://deadline.com/2025/01/nicolas-cage-on-david-lynch-death-1236258860