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Los Angeles Times
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
'Government Cheese': Crafting a Fantastical Family Saga on Apple TV+
On May 15, 2025, at The Culver Theater, Maira Garcia, television editor for the Los Angeles Times, moderated an insightful Q&A session delving into the unique world of Apple TV+'s 'Government Cheese.' The discussion featured Paul Hunter, the co-creator, writer and executive producer, and the series' star and executive producer, David Oyelowo, who shared the inspirations and creative processes behind the new show. 'Government Cheese' offers a vibrant and unconventional journey, born from Paul Hunter's desire to share something personal, drawing deeply from his own family experiences and upbringing. Transitioning from a celebrated career in music videos, Hunter brings this intimate narrative to the screen. 'I wanted to create the show to express something personal and tell the story about my family and my dad,' Hunter shared. The story itself evolved significantly; what began as a feature film idea transformed into a compelling short film script. It was this short film that captured David Oyelowo's attention and convinced him to become involved in what would eventually become the series. Oyelowo, an acclaimed actor, was immediately drawn to the series' quirky, fantastical tone and the unique opportunity to center Black characters in a way that is rarely seen on screen. 'I just hadn't read anything like this before,' Oyelowo said. 'It was so quirky, so weird, so fantastical, so surreal, but so relatable, so cinematic, so ambitious, all at the same time.' He highlighted Hunter's vision to portray Black characters through an artistic lens often associated with filmmakers like Spike Jonze or Wes Anderson. 'It was Paul as well, just as a person, as a creative, his passion for the story,' Oyelowo explained. The series establishes a strong sense of place, filmed in Los Angeles' San Fernando Valley. This setting, Hunter emphasized, was crucial to ground the show's whimsical tone, describing Chatsworth as their 'Twin Peaks' and a visual anchor. The distinctive visual style supports a narrative eager to break stereotypes. The characters, particularly the father figure Hampton (played by Oyelowo and inspired by Hunter's father), are intentionally portrayed as complex and flawed human beings. Hunter compared his on-screen family to the 'Addams Family,' aiming to 'capture who we were as a family and how normal we were, at least to us.' Interwoven throughout the narrative are prominent religious and spiritual themes, notably Hampton's journey paralleling the biblical story of Jonah, alongside the symbolic use of animals, which adds another layer to the storytelling. 'I really related to this idea through Hampton of a complicated relationship with God,' Oyelowo noted. 'There is no faith without doubt.' Music also plays an undeniable role in shaping the world of 'Government Cheese.' The show features a diverse soundtrack that reflects the personal experiences of its creators, with Hunter drawing from his eclectic childhood auditory landscape, blending artists like Elton John with Earth, Wind & Fire. This, along with a theme song by Pharrell Williams, underscores the show's distinctive rhythm. Ultimately, 'Government Cheese' emerges from this discussion not just as a new series but as a vibrant testament to the power of personal storytelling and bold artistic vision in a crowded television landscape. With its heartfelt narrative and distinctive style, the show, as detailed by Hunter and Oyelowo, is poised to leave a memorable mark, inviting audiences into a world that is as wonderfully peculiar as it is profoundly human.
News18
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Filmmaker David Lynch's Director's Chair Among 450 Personal Items Up For Auction
Last Updated: David Lynch's collection, including his director's chair, will be auctioned next month. The late filmmaker's items range from props to fine art. David Lynch's director's chair is among 450 items from his collection being sold at auction. The late 'Twin Peaks' and 'Mulholland Drive' filmmaker died aged 78 on January 16, 2025, and now hundreds of his pieces are being offered next month in including props, fine art, paint supplies and film memorabilia. Lynch's director's chair, which has his name amblazoned on the back in gold lettering, is in the auction for an estimated price of between $5,000 and $7,000. Catherine Williamson, managing director of entertainment for Julien's Auctions, said in a statement: 'Julien's and TCM are honored to represent and offer to the public for the first time this incredible collection of one of the greatest and most revered filmmakers of all time, David Lynch." 'These historical and cherished pieces reflecting David Lynch's singular artistic vision, as well as his passions and pursuits ranging from his director's chair, espresso machine to his guitar, record collections and 'Twin Peaks'-style decor, come directly from the home of the visionary artist whose enigmatic films stirred our most imaginative and collective surreal dreams," she continued. The David Lynch Collection Live auction is set for June 18. On June 19 and 20, more Lynch items will be included alongside memorabilia from 'O Brother, Where Art Thou', 'Once Upon A Time in Hollwood' and other movies in the separate Hollywood Legends auction. In the Lynch collection, personal artifacts will be available included fine art, musical instruments, props, home decor and furniture, tools from his woodshop at home, and more. His La Marzocoo GS/3 home espresso machine is listed for $2-3,000, while a Block Lodge style red curtain and black and white zig-zag run is listed for $1-2,000. In the Hollywood Legends sale, fans can get their hands on a 'Twin Peaks' hand-drawn original concept map of the titular town, which was created and signed by Lynch, which is estimated at $40,000 to $60,000. Lynch died earleir this year from cardiac arrest due to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. He had become housebound with emphysema following years of chain-smoking, and a death certificate released by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed COPD was an underlying condition suffered by the auteur. In November, he admitted he could no longer walk without the aid of supplemental oxygen, saying at the time, 'Smoking had been an integral part of my life since I started at just eight years old." First Published:
Perth Now
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
David Lynch collection included director's chair and memorabilia up for auction
David Lynch's director's chair is among 450 items from his collection being sold at auction. The late 'Twin Peaks' and 'Mulholland Drive' filmmaker died aged 78 in January, and now hundreds of his pieces are being offered next month in cluding props, fine art, paint supplies and film memorabillia. Lynch's director's chair, which has his name amblazoned on the back in gold lettering, is in the auction for an estimated price of between $5,000 and $7,000. Catherine Williamson, managing director of entertainment for Julien's Auctions, said in a statement: "Julien's and TCM are honored to represent and offer to the public for the first time this incredible collection of one of the greatest and most revered filmmakers of all time, David Lynch. 'These historical and cherished pieces reflecting David Lynch's singular artistic vision, as well as his passions and pursuits ranging from his director's chair, espresso machine to his guitar, record collections and 'Twin Peaks'-style decor, come directly from the home of the visionary artist whose enigmatic films stirred our most imaginative and collective surreal dreams.' The David Lynch Collection Live auction is set for June 18. On June 19 and 20, more Lynch items will be included alongside memorabilia from 'O Brother, Where Art Thou', 'Once Upon A Time in Hollwood' and other movies in the separate Hollywood Legends auction. In the Lynch collection, personal artifacts will be available included fine art, musical instruments, props, home decor and furniture, tools from his woodshop at home, and more. His La Marzocoo GS/3 home espresso machine is listed for $2-3,000, while a Block Lodge style red curtain and black and white zig-zag run is listed for $1-2,000. In the Hollywood Legends sale, fans can get their hands on a 'Twin Peaks' hand-drawn original concept map of the titular town, which was created and signed by Lynch, which is estimated at $40,000 to $60,000. Lynch died earleir this year from cardiac arrest due to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. He had become housebound with emphysema following years of chain-smoking, and a death certificate released by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed COPD was an underlying condition suffered by the auteur. In November, he admitted he could no longer walk without the aid of supplemental oxygen, saying at the time: 'Smoking had been an integral part of my life since I started at just eight years old.'
San Francisco Chronicle
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- San Francisco Chronicle
The cast of ‘Twin Peaks' is coming to the Bay Area to share their stories. Here's how to get tickets
The celebration of the late David Lynch's legacy continues as cast members of his hit series 'Twin Peaks' tour the country to discuss the groundbreaking TV show with fans. But Bay Area devotees will get an extra treat. 'Twin Peaks: Conversation With The Stars' will hit 18 cities, beginning in Tysons, Va. on Aug. 4, and ending Oct. 20 at the Kiana Lodge in Poulsbo, Wash., where interiors of the Great Northern Hotel were shot. The venue's exterior is where Laura Palmer (played by Sheryl Lee) was found dead in the 1990 pilot episode, which provided the plot for the series. Lee, who also starred in Lynch's 1992 film 'Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me,' is only making select appearances during the tour's West Coast swing — including at Uptown Theatre in Napa on Oct. 17. Actors Ray Wise (who played attorney Leland Palmer), Harry Goaz (Deputy Andy Brennan) and Kimmy Robertson (kooky receptionist Lucy Moran) as well as Sabrina S. Sutherland, the executive producer of the 2017 limited series ' Twin Peaks: The Return,' are scheduled to make appearances at every stop of the tour to talk about their experiences and the legacy of the show, which is credited as a forerunner of prestige television with its continuous storyline and cinematic look. Lynch died on Jan. 16 at age 78. Sutherland told the Hollywood Reporter, which first broke news of the tour on Thursday, May 22, that Lynch signed off on the tour before his death. 'David was very happy that we were going to have this cast tour to celebrate 'Twin Peaks' with the fans all around the U.S.,' Sutherland said. 'It's sad that I won't be able to call him each night to let him know how the show went as I had promised. But I look forward to celebrating his work each night and having him in my heart instead.' 'Welcome to Lynchland,' a documentary about the filmmaker and his work, made its world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival on May 14.
New York Post
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
‘Twin Peaks' cast members announce tour, NYC show. Get tickets today
Vivid Seats is the New York Post's official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. Laura Palmer may be dead but 'Twin Peaks' lives on. Starting in August, cast members Ray Wise (Leland Palmer), Harry Goaz (Deputy Andy Brennan) and Kimmy Robertson (Lucy Moran) as well as executive producer Sabrina S. Sutherland (she also played floor attendant Jackie in season three) from David Lynch's hit '90s TV series will hit the road to discuss their time on the show and share stories from the set. On select dates, they'll be joined by Sheryl Lee aka Laura Palmer herself. While out and about, the ensemble is slated to make a trio of stops in New Jersey and New York. First up, the alum hit Collingswood, NJ's Scottish Rite Auditorium on Thursday, Aug. 7. Soon after, they'll swing into Red Bank, NJ's Count Basie Center on Saturday, Aug. 9 and New York City's Sony Hall on Sunday, Aug. 10. Unfortunately, the fictional Laura Palmer won't be the only loss the cast will be mourning. On Jan. 16, Lynch passed away after being evacuated from his daughter's Los Angeles home during the Southern California wildfires. The Hollywood Reporter confirmed that the surrealist auteur gave the nationwide trek the thumbs up before they announced the tour. 'David was very happy that we were going to have this cast tour to celebrate Twin Peaks with the fans all around the U.S.,' Sutherland said in a statement to The Hollywood Reporter. 'It's sad that I won't be able to call him each night to let him know how the show went as I had promised. But I look forward to celebrating his work each night and having him in my heart instead.' As of now, inventory is available for most shows on the nationwide run. Based on our findings on Vivid Seats, some tickets are going for as low as $54 including fees at the time of publication. For more information, our team has everything you need to know and more about 'Twin Peaks: Conversation With The Stars' below. All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation. 'Twin Peaks: Conversation With The Stars' tour schedule 2025 A complete calendar including all tour dates, venues and links to the cheapest tickets available can be found here: 'Twin Peaks' tour dates Ticket prices start at Aug. 4 at the Capital One Hall in Tysons, VA $81 (fees included) Aug. 5 at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts in Virginia Beach, VA $80 (fees included) Aug. 7 at the Scottish Rite Auditorium in Collingswood, NJ $100 (fees included) Aug. 9 at the Count Basie Center in Red Bank, NJ $54 (fees included) Aug. 10 at Sony Hall in New York, NY $100 (fees included) Aug. 19 at the Ridgefield Playhouse in Ridgefield, CT $117 (fees included) Aug. 20 at the Katharine Hepburn Museum in Old Saybrook, CT N/A Aug. 22 at the Nashua Center for the Arts in Nashua, NH $85 (fees included) Aug. 23 at the Historic Park Theatre and Event Center in Cranston, RI $68 (fees included) Aug. 24 at the Wilbur Theatre in Boston, MA $66 (fees included) Oct. 12 at the Paramount Theatre in Denver, CO $56 (fees included) Oct. 13 at the Egyptian Theater in Boise, ID N/A Oct. 15 at the Rialto Theatre in Tucson, AZ $74 (fees included) Oct. 16 at the Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, AZ N/A Oct. 17 at the Uptown Theatre in Napa, CA $78 (fees included) Oct. 18 Afternoon Tea with The Palmers in Everett, WA N/A Oct. 19 at the The Neptune Theatre in Seattle, WA $109 (fees included) Oct. 20 Sheryl Lee and Ray Wise Return to Kiana Lodge in Poulsbo, WA N/A *Sheryl Lee will take part in the Oct. 18 and 20 dates of the tour, which are currently not available for sale on Vivid Seats. (Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are in US dollars, subject to fluctuation and, if it isn't noted, will include additional fees at checkout.) Vivid Seats is a verified secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand. They offer a 100% buyer guarantee that states your transaction will be safe and secure and your tickets will be delivered prior to the event. Still curious about Vivid Seats? You can find an article from their team about why the company is legit here. How to watch 'Twin Peaks' All 18 season one episodes of the iconic program are available for free on Pluto TV. After that, Seasons two and three can be streamed on Paramount+. About the 'Twin Peaks' cast members on tour Here are short bios of the four cast members appearing on the tour, courtesy of the tour's website. RAY WISE played Laura Palmer's father, Leland, in all series of Twin Peaks, and the feature length film, Fire Walk With Me. Ray's other film and television credits include Bob Roberts, RoboCop, 24, X-Men First Class, and Fresh Off The Boat. KIMMY ROBERTSON is best known for her role as Lucy Moran in Twin Peaks. She has also been a voice in many animated movies including Beauty and the Beast and television series including The Simpsons, Gravedale High and Batman: The Animated Series. HARRY GOAZ played Deputy Andy Brennan in all series of Twin Peaks, and Fire Walk With Me. Harry has also appeared in Steven Soderbergh's The Underneath, and Eerie, Indiana. SABRINA S. SUTHERLAND appeared as floor attendant Jackie in Parts 3 and 4 of Twin Peaks: The Return, and served as Production Coordinator on Season 2 of Twin Peaks, and Executive Producer for both Twin Peaks: The Missing Pieces, and Twin Peaks: The Return. Sabrina was Associate Producer on David Lynch's Inland Empire, Production Supervisor on Lost Highway and Producer of David Lynch: The Art Life. Huge stars on the stage in 2025 Can't get enough of seeing your favorite actors live? If that's the case, many of the biggest TV and movie stars are performing on and off-Broadway these next few months. Here are just a few of our favorites you won't want to miss live these next few months. • Keanu Reeves in 'Waiting for Godot' • George Clooney in 'Good Night and Good Luck' • Bob Odenkirk, Bill Burr and Kieran Culkin in 'Glengarry Glen Ross' • Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal in 'Othello' • John Krasinski in 'Angry Alan' Prefer a concert? If that's the case, take a look at all the biggest artists on tour in 2025 to find the show for you. This article was written by Matt Levy, New York Post live events reporter. Levy stays up-to-date on all the latest tour announcements from your favorite musical artists and comedians, as well as Broadway openings, sporting events and more live shows – and finds great ticket prices online. Since he started his tenure at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed a Bruce Springsteen concert and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor of SNL fame, to name a few. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change
