Christopher Nolan has revealed how David Lynch’s 1997 film *Lost Highway* influenced his own breakout movie *Memento*, despite initially finding it difficult to engage with.

During an interview at the Criterion Closet, Nolan admitted that upon first watching Lynch’s work, he found the film 'laborious' and 'heavy going'.

However, he later reflected on its impact, noting that it lingered in his mind like a dream, which inspired him to explore non-linear storytelling in *Memento*.

He described Lynch's approach as creating a 'hypercube'—a four-dimensional object projected into three dimensions—which shaped the fragmented narrative of *Memento*.

The article also highlights Nolan’s recent success with *The Odyssey*, which became one of his best openings in 2026, and mentions his interest in blending horror elements into future projects.

While acknowledging the challenges of sustaining creative stamina, Nolan expressed enthusiasm for exploring new genres, emphasizing that horror requires a strong conceptual foundation rather than technical gimmicks.