Naomi Watts, Justin Theroux & Scott Coffey introduce Mulholland Drive at IFC Center: “David was one of the brightest, funniest, shiniest men.”

On David Lynch’s birthday, Justin Theroux, Naomi Watts, and Scott Coffey appeared at the IFC Center in NYC to honor the filmmaker. They shared personal anecdotes and expressed their deep respect for Lynch, highlighting his significant influence on their careers and lives. Their words resonated with the audience at IFC Center, where Lynch’s films are being showcased throughout the week.

David was one of the brightest, funniest, shiniest men.
─Justin Theroux

There is a lot of laughter on David’s sets. They are incredibly joyous sets to be on.
─Justin Theroux

On his birthday, we can have a version of collective grieving and honoring such a special man who literally created everything wonderful in my life.
─Naomi Watts

When I actually start thinking about him… I immediately stop being sad because I keep thinking about how fucking funny he was all the time.
─Scott Coffey