David Lynch and Mark Frost’s Twin Peaks celebrates 30 years on April 8, 2020. Two years ago, I published an article examining the iconic “Welcome to Twin Peaks” sign. Since that time, my research for TwinPeaksBlog.com has become even more in depth, especially for the many film location in Washington State and southern California. Today,…
As we approach the 30th Anniversary of Twin Peaks on April 8, I’m examining various aspects of David Lynch and Mark Frost’s incredible Pilot Episode. While studying the original script when the show was titled “Northwest Passage,” I discovered one of the most iconic lines spoken by Pete Martell is missing. Here’s a closer look…
“When this kind of fire starts, it is very hard to put out. The tender boughs of innocence burn first, and the wind rises, and then all goodness is in jeopardy.” – The Log Lady, Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me Fire plays a critical role in Twin Peaks. Originally, I planned on writing about…
While researching a different article tonight, I discovered that Arnie Stenseth passed away on Feb. 7, 2020 following a short illness. He was 82. You may recall Mr. Stenseth played Sven Jorgensen, the lead Norwegian businessman, in the Twin Peaks Pilot Episode. This Love Letter pays tribute to his brief but memorable scene from David…
I recently did a deep dive about the film location of the Red Diamond City Motel in Twin Peaks – Fire Walk With Me. While researching and writing this article, I discovered a detail that may help identify where Teresa Banks was killed by Leland Palmer. Unlike other film location articles, this one is a…
One film location I couldn’t wait to visit upon my return to Snoqualmie Valley last fall was the Mt. Si Motel. This location served as the spot of the Red Diamond City Motel in Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me. It also served as The Dutchman’s in Twin Peaks Part 15 from Season 3 on Showtime….
After examining Harold Smith’s apartment for this Vacant Peaks article, I turned my attention to the books scattered throughout his place. Here’s a look at which ones I have identified so far.
In Twin Peaks Season 2, we are introduced to Harold Smith, a kind soul who captures fellow residents’ stories as part of his living novel. He lives in an apartment near Mrs. Tremond’s house and once counseled Laura Palmer. For this Vacant Peaks article, let’s take a look at his place without people.
The final day of the Fayetteville Comic Show was held on Sunday, March 1, 2020. The first two days in Fayetteville, Arkansas turned out to be a great time with fellow Twin Peaks fans from around the world. For the last day, we gathered together to pay tribute to an icon, hear stories from the stars…
In Twin Peaks episode 2.018, Donna Hayward receives a postcard from James Hurley who left Twin Peaks for Mexico with a stop in San Francisco, California. This brief scene combines several things I love on TwinPeaksBlog.com – prop identification, locations and behind-the-scenes details.