We continue our story with the making of THE STRAIGHT STORY — from its minimalist, rural production to the film’s warm reception and lasting emotional power.
In this episode, we explore the unique challenges of filming a story with no frills, no flashbacks, and no spectacle — just the quiet weight of a man, a lawnmower, and the open road. We’ll talk about Richard Farnsworth’s final performance, the Oscar-nominated score by Angelo Badalamenti, and how this unlikely project became one of the most poignant, personal entries in Lynch’s career.
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Theme Song: "There's Still a Little Bit of Time, If We Hurry and I Mean Hurry" by Slasher Film Festival Strategy.
This episode was written, produced and edited by Gary Horne, Justin Bishop & Todd A. Davis.
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