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A Message from the Log: Twin Peaks Returns!
This article contains spoilers from Episodes 1 and 2.
If you’ve always appreciated the enigmatic allure of Twin Peaks, with its hidden darkness beneath the towering Douglas firs and delectable cherry pie, your love for the series remains intact. David Lynch enthusiasts, especially fans of Mulholland Drive, Eraserhead, and Inland Empire, were likely delighted by last night’s offering. However, if you’re accustomed to the lighter, more whimsical aspects of Twin Peaks—think Log Lady and Agent Dale Cooper discussing Tibet—you may find yourself lost. And for those unfamiliar with these iconic references, the series may have proven too peculiar to endure beyond the initial scenes.
Lynch eases us into the narrative with a scene featuring Dale Cooper (played by Kyle MacLachlan) inside the Black Lodge. Here, Laura Palmer (Sheryl Lee) appears, echoing the haunting words, “I’ll see you again in twenty-five years,” delivered in the Lodge’s signature eerie backward speech. Next, we discover Lucy (Kimmy Robertson) has married Deputy Andy (Harry Goaz). A message from The Log, voiced by the late Margaret (Catherine E. Coulson), reveals to Deputy Hawk (Michael Horse) that “something is missing,” which ultimately refers to Dale Cooper.
In the Black Lodge, MIKE, the one-armed man (Al Strobel), informs Cooper that he cannot escape until his doppelgänger returns. This presents a significant challenge, as Doppelgänger Coop—who resembles a smug version of Bruce Campbell—is currently on a crime spree across several states. He bluntly tells his underage companion that he has no intention of returning to the Black Lodge for anyone. He embodies everything Cooper was, devoid of compassion or mercy, engaging in remorseless violence that leaves a trail of bodies, hinting at his potential involvement in the murder of a librarian in South Dakota.
Amid these dark developments, we witness two bizarre sequences: a man (Ben Rosenfield) in New York City is assigned to monitor a mysterious glass box, which is shrouded in secrecy. Despite strict orders to keep it secure, he allows his girlfriend (Madeline Zima) to sneak in, and during a moment of intimacy, he glimpses a fearsome shadow within the box. Later, Cooper finds himself in the box, only to discover it empty.
Concurrently, in South Dakota, the dead librarian is found after three days, shot through the eye, her body discovered in a shocking state. The fingerprints of the school principal (Matthew Lillard) are all over the scene, leading to his arrest. His wife is furious, upset that their dinner guests have been disrupted. As his alibi collapses, they uncover a dismembered body part in his car trunk, revealing he was involved with the librarian. Meanwhile, his wife has her own affairs, illustrating Twin Peaks’ knack for blending police procedural with soap opera drama.
Where do we go from here? Expect a deeper dive into Lynch’s unsettling vision, with glimpses of familiar faces. The episode concludes with Shelly (Mädchen Amick) and James (James Marshall) exchanging glances at the Bang Bang Bar, while Hawk prepares to confront the Black Lodge to save Cooper. And of course, the owls will not be what they seem.
Memorable Quotes:
- “Is it future or is it past?” — MIKE
- “Stop by. I have coffee and pie for you.” — The Log Lady
- “I am the evolution of the arm. This is what I sound like.” — A breathing tree with a talking flesh nub
- “I feel like I know her but sometimes my arms bend back.” — Laura Palmer
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Summary:
Twin Peaks returns with its signature blend of eerie mystery and dark humor. The narrative kicks off with Dale Cooper’s struggles in the Black Lodge while his doppelgänger wreaks havoc in the real world. As the show intertwines police procedural elements with soap opera drama, it promises a deeper exploration of Lynch’s surreal vision. With familiar characters making appearances and cryptic messages from the Log Lady, fans can expect a thrilling continuation of this iconic series.