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Fire Walk With Me is a rare spin-off that refuses to repeat what worked on TV. Despite mannerisms and "draggy" spots, Twin Peaks emerged as one of the wonders of American TV: scary and funny, erotic and serious, offensive and freakish. It meandered in an always interesting but sometimes frustrating way through two seasons, then signed off with a cliff-hanger upon cancellation. When Lynch announced he would continue the saga with a theatrical movie, fans assumed he would: (a) pull out the stops to show what evils really lurked behind the pretty façade of that small town, and (b) wrap up a storyline which tailed off with Agent Dale Cooper (Kyle MacLachlan) possessed by the evil spirit "Bob". As it happens, Lynch delivered on (a) but refrained from fulfilling clause (b), opting to do a prequel--adapted in part from The Secret Diary of Laura Palmer, a tie-in novel by Jennifer (Boxing Helena) Lynch--which sets up the series by following the last week in the life of the "prom queen from Hell".
Fire Walk With Me assumes you will be familiar with the series (some bits are incomprehensible unless you paid attention while other bits are just incomprehensible), making it most accessible to Twin Peaks initiates though sometimes deliberately offensive to them. It then omits several of the show's stars (Michael Ontkean, Richard Beymer, Joan Chen, Sherilyn Fenn) and a great many of the "lovable" aspects (wry jokes, damn fine coffee), relegating MacLachlan to a walk-on since the story happens before Cooper was assigned to Twin Peaks. Some instances of joyless sex and violence exceed anything Lynch could do on television, but for the most part he creates an atmosphere of dread through edgy performances, unsettling lighting and sound effects and sheer grimness. Without the catchphrases and the quirky charm, the film never feels cuddly in the way the TV show did, but it is one of Lynch's finest works and, though deeply uncomfortable, a TV spin-off which ranks with the best in both media.
On the DVD: The DVD is Region 0 with a widescreen print, augmented for 16x9 televisions. It holds a better-looking transfer than previous video or laserdisc releases and offers an eerie red room/blue rose menu. However the disc offers absolutely no notes, trailers, crib sheets, bios, or other extra features. --Kim Newman
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United Kingdom released, Blu-Ray/Region B DVD: LANGUAGES: English ( Dolby DTS-HD Master Audio ), English ( Dolby Surround ), English ( Subtitles ), WIDESCREEN (1.85:1), SPECIAL FEATURES: Interactive Menu, Scene Access, SYNOPSIS: A small and tranquil town, snuggled into the hollow of a valley. A mysterious death, a puzzling investigation. A secret diary, a pact, a double and an unlucky ring. Dreams, hallucinations, premonitions. Loves without a future, a singer who goes through the memory of times past. A Red Room, white "lines", a high school girl in ankle socks who ends up incinerating her life away. This is the world of Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me. The last seven days of Laura Palmer. SCREENED/AWARDED AT: Cannes Film Festival, ...Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me ( Twin Peaks - Les 7 derniers jours de Laura Palmer ) ( Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me, Teresa Banks and the Last Seven Days of Laura Palmer ) (Blu-Ray)
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90 of 91 people found the following review helpful
By P. Godfrey
Format:DVD
Firstly a warning: If you have yet to see both seasons of the Twin Peaks Series THINK VERY CAREFULLY before buying this. Not only does it give away Laura Palmer's killer (a twist that'll ruin everything up to mid-Season 2), but will make very VERY little sense (even for an avid Lynch fan).
For those, however, how have traversed the awesome TV series this film is a must. Even though it is set up 7 days prior to the TV series it reveals mysteries and depths behind the characters of the show and answers some of the questions that you may have had (although as always with a Lynch film, it raises equally as many questions). Much more dark in atmosphere than the episodes, the film goes much into the depth of Laura's psyche and the horrors she has to face (The ending along with the haunting sound of "Requiem in C Minor" will almost have you in tears). Although some may find the lack of humour (deeply prevalant in the TV shows) somewhat un-nerving, it does add a tremendous weight to the characters and story so much so it'll make you want to re-watch the episodes again to see them in a new frame of reference.
To conclude, a fantastic film that completes the whole Twin Peaks series but only if you've watched the regular shows first.
For those, however, how have traversed the awesome TV series this film is a must. Even though it is set up 7 days prior to the TV series it reveals mysteries and depths behind the characters of the show and answers some of the questions that you may have had (although as always with a Lynch film, it raises equally as many questions). Much more dark in atmosphere than the episodes, the film goes much into the depth of Laura's psyche and the horrors she has to face (The ending along with the haunting sound of "Requiem in C Minor" will almost have you in tears). Although some may find the lack of humour (deeply prevalant in the TV shows) somewhat un-nerving, it does add a tremendous weight to the characters and story so much so it'll make you want to re-watch the episodes again to see them in a new frame of reference.
To conclude, a fantastic film that completes the whole Twin Peaks series but only if you've watched the regular shows first.
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By S. Milne
Format:Blu-ray
I must agree with the previous reviewer. Good film - but there are at least three (possibly four) moments during the film when the sound behaves peculiarly. The effect is akin to what you might hear if you slowed down an audio tape. There is an example in the closing couple of minutes of the film when the angel appears before Laura and the music goes seriously wonky. Its clearly faulty. Would be interesting to hear if others have the same issue.
58 of 63 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:DVD
FILM: This film works most efficiently if you have seen both seasons of the TWIN PEAKS series, as it's power resides in the inevitability of Laura's demise (this is not to say it is by the numbers and there are no surprises in store) and images from the later episodes of the series (which, yes, occur a long time later chronologically). It is considerably darker, however, than the series with the humour more or less restricted to the opening half hour, which sets up the entire TWIN PEAKS story, but once Laura Palmer is introduced, the story is (appropriately, to say the least) extremely dark and void of the light tone which characterised the television series. It is, like much of David Lynch's canon, a film that will surprise you and find beauty and truth in the strangest images and places. As long as you are aware of Lynch's earlier work (Blue Velvet, Wild at Heart and Lost Highway seem to be the better films to serve as a prelude of what to expect over Eraserhead, Dune or The Elephant Man), the darker scenes/moments should not come as too much of a surprise. If you expect more of the TV series, you will, I'm afraid, be disappointed. But with an open mind, you will enjoy this film on it's own, strong merits.
DVD: Anyone aware of David Lynch's adamant refusal to discuss his own films or any previous DVDs by the director will not be suprised by the lack of a director's commentary. However this DVD features the film in a beautiful new anamorphic widescreen transfer and 5.1 or DTS sound, a huge booklet with some interesting thoughts and analysis on the film and a making of featurette from 1992.
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By M. Mabberley
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Even if you already own the Region 2 version of Fire Walk With Me, it's worth obtaining a copy of the Region 1 version as well, if you have a DVD player that will play Region 1 DVDs.
For two reasons: 1) On the US release there is a 30 minute feature not on the R2 version, catching up with the cast and crew from the series and the film, in 2000. 2) The US release has the option of subtitles throughout, which are essential for some scenes in the film where it's just not possible to understand the dialogue. I am not thinking of the Paradise Club scene, where subtitles are provided anyway, but the scene where the One Armed Man confronts Leland Palmer when he's driving with Laura and the scene where Laura meets up with James at the school early on in the movie.
I hope one day there will be a release with all the deleted scenes I have heard so much about, particularly those featuring characters from the TV series that were cut from the final version of the film.
For two reasons: 1) On the US release there is a 30 minute feature not on the R2 version, catching up with the cast and crew from the series and the film, in 2000. 2) The US release has the option of subtitles throughout, which are essential for some scenes in the film where it's just not possible to understand the dialogue. I am not thinking of the Paradise Club scene, where subtitles are provided anyway, but the scene where the One Armed Man confronts Leland Palmer when he's driving with Laura and the scene where Laura meets up with James at the school early on in the movie.
I hope one day there will be a release with all the deleted scenes I have heard so much about, particularly those featuring characters from the TV series that were cut from the final version of the film.
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
By CSD
Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
Although I was very much looking forward to the UK Blu-Ray release of FWWM (which has become one of my favourite films), I sadly had to return the film immediately upon discovering that this release is inexplicably inferior to that which is available in France and Australia. The film does not look right at 50Hz and the provision of 2.0 instead of 5.1 channel sound is a huge disappointment. This combined with random dips in sound throughout the film and the total absence of any extras mean you would be mad to purchase this release in its current state. I really hope they re-release this product and put something out which is up to standard as I'm very disappointed to have waited months for this shambles.
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perfect condition, and it's a must have
the disc has no scracht, and the box is perfect. i didn't play it yet cause i have no blue ray player, i've bought this cause i love Twin Peaks and i collect all of it
Published 9 days ago by adriano emi
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Must have movie for lovers of Twin Peaks series
This is a brilliant masterpiece of David Lynch however, do not watch it if you are planning to watch TV series first. Read more
Published 12 days ago by Marcin Tyzo
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all weird. and all good.
I ordered the movie. The movie came. Sweet. Haven't actually watched it yet, but, hey, I'm sure it'll be every bit as baffling and beautiful as the rest of the Twin Peaks... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Mr. Paul Byrne
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Sound Glitches On The 2012 DVD Too - Not Just The Blu-Ray
Hi. Just to let you all know that the four-or-so sound glitches are also apparent on the DVD of Universal-Indivision's 2012 release too. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Mr. J. A. I'ONN
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More of the same...but darker
I love Twin Peaks but I can't quite fathom why Fire Walk With Me was made. Twin Peaks was essentially a great mystery-thriller cum soap-opera, which successfully balanced the... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Mr. James Dickson
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Disappointing
After looking forward for a blu-ray release of this film for so long, this version is sadly disappointing. Read more
Published 12 months ago by D.A. Hassler-Forest
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Hot mess
Fire Walk With Me has been my favourite film since its theatrical release in 1992. After 20 years of bad videos (pan and scan), laserdiscs (missing heads) and DVDs (dubious colour... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Digital Ghost
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GARMONBOZIA...
I shall now forever kneel at the altar of David Lynch.I am not fit enough to even clean this man's shoes.A genius. Read more
Published 20 months ago by mister joe
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Fantastic film to close a fantastic tv show
This film should've been better recieved, the fans hated it but it IS brilliant.
The story of the death of Laura Palmer. Read more
The story of the death of Laura Palmer. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Andy
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Worth Every Penny
The service of delivery and quality was excellent! I had seen the film before and loved it. Twin Peaks is both entertaining for the casual viewer and has incredible depth for... Read more
Published 23 months ago by mips
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