If you missed it last month, AFS is again screening Lynch’s fervent take on The Wizard of Oz. Set in Cape Fear, Lynch channels John Waters as Sailor (Nicolas Cage) and Lula (Laura Dern) journey along their brooding yellow brick road on the run from Lula’s controlling Wicked Witch of the West mother – played by Diane Ladd in an arguably career-best performance. Despite its over-the-topness, with Cage taking on an Elvis-infused persona and Dern his untamed flame, it’s grounded by their undying love, persistent even when the whole world is against them. As we continue mourning Lynch, Wild at Heart glows with its passion and care. – Mattea Gallaway
