The Video Store Podcast Presents: The Straight Story (1999) (David Lynch Tribute)

THE VIDEO STORE PODCAST PROUDLY PRESENTS THIS SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO THE LATE DAVID LYNCH.

The Video Store Podcast is a weekly show developed by The Bioscope, helping you pick what TV and Films to watch out there! So much like the show itself, these special screenings are for the films we as The Video Store think you need to see! 

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After much debate in episode #155, it was decided that of all of his films, The Straight Story was perhaps his lesser seen, but still beloved film. Although it might not be his most "lynchian", it very much embodies his warm spirit and love for storytelling.

The Straight Story (1999)

Directed by: David Lynch. Road Trip Biography Drama. Dur 1hr 52mins

Alvin Straight, a 73-year-old, learns that his estranged brother, Lyle is critically ill. Unable to drive, Alvin embarks on a journey from Iowa to Mt. Zion, by riding a lawn mower. Will he succeed?