It has been almost 25 years since the end of David Lynch and Mark Frost's cult series Twin Peaks closed its red velvet curtains for good. The series followed FBI special agent Dale Cooper (Kyle MacLachlan) coming to the quaint town of Twin Peaks to investigate the murder of young Laura Palmer (Sheryl Lee). The series has become a cult classic and known for its colourful cast of characters, its surreal elements and its jazzy score by Angelo Badalementi. Despite its success and wide fanbase, the show was cancelled after two seasons and although a film directed by Lynch entitled Fire Walk With Me was released in 1992, it was a prequel and did not continue the story of the show. Back in 2014 it was announced that Twin Peaks was coming back to television for a limited series penned by Lynch and Frost. Fans went wild with this incredible news and have high expectations for the new series. There has been a lot of mystery surrounding the new series and not much is known about the production. With old cast members like Kyle MacLachlan and Sherilyn Fenn set to return alongside new cast members like Peter Sarsgaard and an air date set for early next year it is hard not to be excited. So what exactly are we looking for in the next season? Here are five things.
5. The Music
The original series of Twin Peaks along with the theatrical film had memorable scores from composer Angelo Badalamenti. They were jazzy and cool with lots of bass and percussion with snapping fingers here and there and it's safe to say the score is one of the most memorable ones of any television show. It set the general mood for the show and was one of the many things that made it so iconic. It has been confirmed that Badalamenti will be returning to score the limited series which is excellent news as I don't believe that anybody else could score the show. Although I would love to hear some of the old tracks, especially that iconic opening theme, I am also excited to hear some new material that Badalamenti has in store for the show.
4. Familiar Locations
The world of Twin Peaks is full of memorable locations such as the Double R Diner, The Great Northern Hotel and the Sheriffs Department. Along with these areas the town itself is also a beautiful place from its waterfalls to its forests and it really is a breathtaking area. These locations have been some of the defining features of the show and without them I don't think the revived series would be the same. With filming taking place in Washington it is safe to say that we will be treated to more beautiful locations and with set photos revealing the Sheriffs Department and Twede's Cafe (the Double R Diner) one can't help but feel excited to return to the iconic town.
3. Classic Lynchian Madness
David Lynches filmmaking style is known for being surreal and unconventional. From the likes of Eraserhead and Mulholland Dr. to the original Twin Peaks he is known for his unique, surreal style with elements of noir and psychological horror. Lynch has not directed a feature film in almost ten years and has been since making short films and the odd music video, so to see him return to one of his most beloved creations is a real treat. His unique imagination brought Twin Peaks to life in the first place and is what made it so memorable, having him back as both a writer and director for the revival is a real gift and has us looking forward to plenty of disturbing and surreal moments. I can only imagine what he has in store for us in the mysterious Black Lodge this season.
2. Closure on Season 2
Due to the cancellation of Twin Peaks, the shows cliffhanger ending left many loose ends that fans have been speculating about ever since. Did Audrey, Pete and Andrew survive the explosion in the bank? What became of Nadine when she regained her memory? Did Ben or Leo die? Most importantly what exactly happened to Dale after the events of the black lodge? With MacLachlan and Fenn being some of the only actors confirmed to return we may get closure on their respective stories but as for everyone else it is uncertain. With such a cliffhanger of an ending it is only fair that we learn the fates of these characters over 25 years later and what they have been up to since we last visited the town of Twin Peaks.
1. Familiar Faces
Things have been kept pretty under wraps during the production of the new series and not a lot is known about the casting. Although several actors have been confirmed to return along with several new cast members, it is uncertain of who exactly is back. Plenty of cast members supported the revival with the likes of Dana Ashbrook and Wendy Robie taking part in a video prompting David Lynch to return (which you can view here) so hopefully we will see the majority of the original cast returning. Unfortunately the likes of Jack Nance, Frank Silva and most recently Catherine E. Coulson have passed away so that means no Pete, BOB or Log Lady for the revival which is a real shame. Conversely, deceased characters such as Leland Palmer could make a return as actor Ray Wise has hinted. Michael Ontkean who played Sheriff Harry Truman has since retired from acting and it is a real shame that he won't be back for the revival. Hopefully the majority of the original cast will return but once Michael J Anderson is back as the man from another place I'm happy.
So those are just a few things I hope to see in the revival and it's safe to assume that most of it will be there. We may be missing a few cast members for various reasons and there is only so much you can fit into 18 episodes but I have faith in David Lynch and Mark Frost. It is fortunate that they are returning as I don't think anybody could do Twin Peaks the way they do. The show is set to return in early 2017 so until then let's look forward to some warm cherry pie and some damn fine coffee.
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