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THE AMPUTEE: Version 1 (1974) | Criteria

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THE AMPUTEE: Version 1

The Amputee

United States • English • 1974 • 6m

Director

David Lynch

Drama Comedy Avant-garde Shorts

2.90/5·12.8K ratings·4.6K reviewson Letterboxd

Synopsis

A double amputee attempts to write a letter while her nurse gets in the way.

Included in
Short Films by David Lynch
Position 4

Credits

Crew

DirectorDavid Lynch

WriterDavid Lynch

CinematographerFrederick Elmes, Herbert Cardwell

ProducerDavid Lynch

Cast

Catherine E. Coulsonas The Amputee

David Lynchas The Nurse