When I am introducing a newbie to Twin Peaks, I always insist that they commit to watching the first three episodes, because as good as the first two are, they never reach the same surreal heights as this episode. I refer not only to the episode's iconic final scene, but also to the sandwich scene and Tibet scene. Plus, the episode ends on a cliffhanger that's sure to get them to watch more. It certainly had me hooked!
Not only does the episode have three of the show's most famous and surreal scenes, but it also introduces a couple of major characters, including Benjamin Horne's brother Jerry and FBI Agent Albert Rosenfeld. Jerry's loose demeanour helps illuminate another side of Benjamin's character, and Albert's impatience and sarcasm towards local law enforcement is a nice source of conflict.
In case the sandwich scene and the Tibetan rock throwing scene didn't make the viewer aware that the episode was directed by David Lynch, the dream sequence at the end should make it crystal clear. It's the first time that mainstream audiences were exposed to David Lynch firing on all cylinders. It was probably many people's first impression of intensely surreal film-making. This has made it (rightfully) the show's most famous and iconic scene. It's the moment that hooked me. Aside from the final episode of season two and the episode in which the killer is revealed, this one is definitely my all-time favourite.
Not only does the episode have three of the show's most famous and surreal scenes, but it also introduces a couple of major characters, including Benjamin Horne's brother Jerry and FBI Agent Albert Rosenfeld. Jerry's loose demeanour helps illuminate another side of Benjamin's character, and Albert's impatience and sarcasm towards local law enforcement is a nice source of conflict.
In case the sandwich scene and the Tibetan rock throwing scene didn't make the viewer aware that the episode was directed by David Lynch, the dream sequence at the end should make it crystal clear. It's the first time that mainstream audiences were exposed to David Lynch firing on all cylinders. It was probably many people's first impression of intensely surreal film-making. This has made it (rightfully) the show's most famous and iconic scene. It's the moment that hooked me. Aside from the final episode of season two and the episode in which the killer is revealed, this one is definitely my all-time favourite.