‘Cult Godfather’ David Lynch, Creator of ‘Twin Peaks’ and ‘Blue Velvet,’ Passes Away

Director David Lynch, who passed away on the 17th. Photo by AP Yonhap News

David Lynch, the godfather of cult films, has passed away at the age of 78.

On the 17th (local time), Lynch's family announced on his Facebook account, "Our family is deeply saddened to announce the passing of David Lynch, an artist and a human being." The cause of death has not yet been disclosed, but he was diagnosed last year with emphysema, a chronic lung disease. From the popular American drama "Twin Peaks" to films such as "Blue Velvet," "Eraserhead," "The Elephant Man," "Mulholland Drive," and "Wild at Heart," his filmography showcases bold, experimental, and surreal works. He is known in Korea as the "godfather of cult films."

His first feature film, "Eraserhead," is considered a classic of the cult genre with its bizarre story and visuals. The 1980 release "The Elephant Man" was nominated for Academy Awards (Oscars) for Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Adapted Screenplay. The dreamlike film "Blue Velvet," which deals with sex and violence, was also loved by enthusiasts, and in 1990, "Wild at Heart" won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival. He also directed the original film "Dune," which inspired Denis Villeneuve's "Dune." The TV drama series "Twin Peaks" (1990?1991), which revolves around a bizarre murder case in a rural town, was a worldwide hit. In 2017, he returned as a director with the follow-up season "Twin Peaks: The Return," depicting the story 25 years later.

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