Janet Maslin was born on 12 August 1949 in New York City, New York, USA. She has been married to Benjamin Hale Cheever since 24 December 1981. They have two children. She was previously married to Jon Landau.
For those with the temerity to follow it anywhere, Blue Velvet (1986) is as fascinating as it is freakish. It confirms Mr. Lynch's stature as an innovator, a superb technician, and someone best not encountered in a dark alley.
