Who is David Lynch? David Lynch Illness: Director’s Battle with Emphysema
Filmmaker David Lynch, who has directed feature films such as ‘Mulholland Drive’ and the ‘Twin Peaks’ series, announced that he suffers from an illness that prevents him from leaving home and, therefore, from directing films in person.
According to information published by British media on Monday, in an interview with the magazine ‘Sight & Sound’, Lynch, 78, reported that he suffers from pulmonary emphysema, a chronic disorder that causes obstruction of the lungs and difficulty breathing.
“I have emphysema from smoking for so long, so I’m forced to stay at home, whether I like it or not,” he said, because of the risk of contracting a respiratory illness, “even a cold.”
For this reason, the film director indicated that he considers it unlikely that he will be able to direct again and that he would have to do it remotely, something that he would not like very much, according to his words.
Ladies and Gentlemen,
— David Lynch (@DAVID_LYNCH) August 5, 2024
Yes, I have emphysema from my many years of smoking. I have to say that I enjoyed smoking very much, and I do love tobacco – the smell of it, lighting cigarettes on fire, smoking them – but there is a price to pay for this enjoyment, and the price for me is…
Who is David Lynch?
David Lynch is an American director, screenwriter, and visual artist known for his unique, surreal filmmaking style that challenges traditional narrative conventions. Born on January 20, 1946, in Missoula, Montana, Lynch has made a lasting impact on film and television with works such as Eraserhead, Blue Velvet, and the iconic series Twin Peaks.
His work is renowned for its enigmatic atmosphere and non-linear narratives, exploring themes such as human duality and dreams. In addition to his film career, Lynch is a prolific visual artist and musician whose influence extends across a variety of art forms.
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