In a cool twist for Steven Spielberg’s movie, The Fabelmans, David Lynch, the legendary filmmaker, signed up for the gig. But here’s the kicker, he had one quirky request: a bag of Cheetos. Known for his mysterious and surreal style, the 77-year-old sprinkled his special magic on the project, adding a touch of intrigue to the already star-studded cast.
David Lynch Asked For A Bag Of Cheetos For Steven Spielberg’s The Fabelmans
In Steven Spielberg’s latest flick, The Fabelmans, the legendary David Lynch brought his spice to the mix with an unexpected request. Now, anyone could be taken aback by this.
Lynch, the mastermind behind Twin Peaks, Eraserhead, Mulholland Drive, and more cinematic wonders, pops up in the closing scenes of The Fabelmans. Here, he takes on the real-life role of director John Ford in a short but unforgettable scene.
Sharing some advice about shooting horizons with young Sammy Fabelman (played by Gabriel LaBelle, a character inspired by Spielberg himself). The screenwriter recently spilled the beans to Empire magazine about his offbeat condition for joining the film, saying,
“Well, Cheetos, number one, I love them. And any chance I can, I get them. But I know that they’re not exactly healthy food. So when I do leave the house and I get a chance to… But I don’t get them that often, honestly. If I do get them, I want a big bag.”
His love for the crunchy snack becomes a quirky subplot in the Spielberg narrative. Lynch joked about the need for a substantial Cheetos stash, admitting,
“Once you start… you need to have a lot before you could slow down and actually stop. Otherwise, with a small bag, you’d be prowling for days to find more […] It’s incredible flavor.”
As Lynch steps into Spielberg’s cinematic universe, the bag of Cheetos turns into his amusing motivator. It’s not just about the laughs, though; there’s a surprising backstory to Lynch’s involvement. Initially hesitant, Lynch also revealed unexpected news that he did not want to do this film.
David Lynch Was Initially Reluctant To Take On The Film
Lynch found himself at a bit of a crossroads when they pitched him a role in a new film. Not exactly jumping at the opportunity, Lynch had some reservations about diving into the project.
During a chat in the same interview, he revealed, stating, “At first I didn’t want to do it.” Lynch explained that when it comes to acting, he intentionally steers clear, letting folks like Harrison Ford and George Clooney have their moment. He said,
“And the reason is, when it comes to acting, I’ve purposely tried to stay away from it, giving the likes of Harrison Ford and George Clooney a chance at their careers.”
So, what changed his mind about The Fabelmans? Lynch spilled that he was hooked on a particular scene in the last five minutes of the film.
It’s the one where a young Spielberg meets legendary filmmaker John Ford, getting some filmmaking wisdom. Lynch, known for his cameos and voice work, found this scene pretty appealing.
According to him, “A horizon in the middle is boring as shit.” He shared this insight, shedding light on Ford’s advice in the film.
Lynch’s early reluctance, a surprise twist in the movie’s backstage tale, adds a cool layer to the whole creative mix. It also contributes to the unique vibe of the film.
