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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. The movie "Lost Highways" was partly inspired by what celebrity?

2. Which actor did Lynch automatically choose for the project?

3. Many people in the creative field feel that it is necessary to do what?

4. What is the first episode of a new TV show called?

5. Lynch refers to which software program?

Short Essay Questions

1. Discuss Lynch's first attempt at creating a digital film for the Internet. What caused the project to go in a different direction?

2. Why is sound such a crucial part of a film? How does sound compare to lighting?

3. Describe the room in the TV show that ending up integral to the plot.

4. Why is Lynch so adamant about staying true to oneself?

5. What are typical emotions regarding the completion of a creative project?

6. Why is Lynch so fascinated with digital video? What has Lynch done with DV recently?

7. Another happy accident involves the airing of Lynch's famous "Twin Peaks." Explain Lynch's story.

8. How can one live the art life and be true to one's own creativity without starving to death?

9. What about the incident reminded Lynch of the theory?

10. What are Lynch's thoughts regarding success and failure?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Lynch believes that creativity may be one of the most misunderstood elements of an artist's life. What does Lynch mean by that? What things must one do to give birth to creativity and to foster its growth? What are some of the myths surrounding creativity, talent, and genius? Do you think Lynch has any or all of those things? Is it possible to gain or lose those things throughout one's life? Explain. Do you think you have any or all of those traits? Give examples.

Essay Topic 2

"Stay true to yourself" is one of Lynch's favorite mantras. Explain what Lynch means and why it is important. How does honoring your own creativity and spirit benefit your life and in what ways? What happens when one does not stay true to oneself? Is it possible to compromise and still be true to yourself? What is the difference between editing and compromising your vision? Does one have to compromise or give up one's vision in order to create a commercial work? How did Lynch face this issue early in his career? Does Lynch regret any decisions he made in this regard? How do you feel about staying true despite the consequences?

Essay Topic 3

The term "psychogenic fugue" is used in regards to the film "Lost Highways." What is a psychogenic fugue? What does it mean? What are its symptoms? Is it dangerous? What is the medical/psychiatric explanation of a psychogenic fugue? How does the term apply to "Lost Highways?" What was Lynch's inspiration for the film and for the use of a psychogenic fugue?

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