When the Walt Disney logo lit up our screen, the question, “Is this a first, Richard?” rang out from one of the audience (that would be Chris, to be precise). Personally, I never imagined I would see the day, but an open mind prevailed. This movie was suggested a few years back by either Zach or Simon. Could someone refresh my memory? I’d love to give credit where due, on the Successful Suggesters page.

On the face of it, The (somewhat ironically named) Straight Story presents a heartwarming tale steeped in Americana; it might easily have been just another, well, Disney movie-but thanks to Mr. Lynch’s affection for the absurd, and the spacious (and often hilarious) camera work of Freddie Francis, we were delighted to spend almost 2 hours watching an old man drive a riding mower 350 miles. Unfortunately Flea got a bit bored, and had to be put out of the room… I guess you can’t please everybody!