Film Series
Peak Performances
Calling all Twin Peaks freaks: we here at BAMcinématek are so excited for the return of David Lynch’s forever-cool television show in May that we’ve put together the perfect program to get you psyched for season three. If you’ve ever wondered what Laura Palmer and The Beatles have in common, this series is for you.
Dr. Jacoby in West Side Story? Laura Palmer’s dad as a mutant plant monster? In celebration of the return of David Lynch’s avant-visionary soap opera, BAMcinématek revisits some of our favorite cast members’ finest roles, ranging from the iconic to the totally unexpected.
The prequel to Lynch’s cult television series follows the last days of Laura Palmer.
The cult phenomenon that introduced the world to Lynch’s sinister surrealism.
Worst. Prom. Ever.
Avant-gardist-turned-horror maven Curtis Harrington helms this drive-in scuzz-shocker.
A vivid account of the Beatles’ pre-fame days, with music by ‘90s rock icons.
Val Kilmer is Lizard King Jim Morrison in this acid-trip biopic of the psych-rock legends.
Southern belle meets impressively-torsoed carnival worker in this soft-core camp romp.
Paul Newman stars in this rude, crude, and outrageously funny sports satire.
Surreal ultraviolence reigns in this New York City-set dystopian classic.
It begins with a severed ear…
Leonard Bernstein’s music meets Jerome Robbins’ choreography in this Best Picture winner.
The ultimate Old Dark House chiller.
Nick Nolte and an Oscar-nominated Julie Christie star in this bed-hopping bad romance.
A disfigured sailor seeks revenge upon humanity in this fascinating should-be cult item.
Beware the gooey green one in this irresistible blend of horror and schlock silliness.
Joan Chen—iconic as Twin Peaks’ femme fatle Josie Packard—receives an exquisite showcase in this lush, Sirkian melodrama.