Uncanniness: Lynch creates the feeling of uncanniness though disturbing images and ominous low hums. This creates a sense of tension and mystery for the viewer as they have no idea about what to expect from the rest of the film. Lynch uses this feeling of unpredictability if a lot of his films.

Doppelgangers: From the German myth: Two people will meet there identical self at some point in there life. This happens with Diane and betty.

Uses of ominous sounds: Lynch uses low rumbas and hums to create a sense of tension and suspense. An example of this would be in the scene where betty and Diane go to look at the house as the viewers have no idea what to expect.

Heightened performance: heigtened perfomee would be an example of over the top acting such as when the garbage monster comes out from behind the corner.