Dune (released December 2020)

[Tony Montana]

I couldn't find a thread on this.

This is an upcoming Sci-Fi epic based on the 1965 novel of the same name, and a remake of the 1984 flick. The film will be split into two parts. I haven't seen the original 1984 film, nor read the novel, but the A-list cast and Denis Villeneuve (one of the best directors around atm) are enough to interest me.

The film stars Timothée Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Isaac, Josh Brolin, Zendaya, Stellan Skarsgård, Dave Bautista, Charlotte Rampling, Jason Momoa and Javier Bardem.

Here's the plot.

In the far future of humanity, Duke Leto Atreides accepts stewardship of the dangerous desert planet Arrakis, the only source of the most valuable substance in the universe, "the spice", a drug which extends human life, provides superhuman levels of thought, and makes foldspace travel possible. Though Leto knows the opportunity is an intricate trap set by his enemies, he takes his Bene Gesserit concubine Lady Jessica, young son and heir Paul, and most trusted advisers to Arrakis, also known as Dune. Leto takes control of the spice mining operation, which is made perilous by the presence of giant sandworms. A bitter betrayal leads Paul and Jessica to the Fremen, natives of Arrakis who live in the deep desert.

There's already been some new first look photos.

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[Calderyon]

I think I've watched the original movie and played Dune 2 on Sega Genesis.

[Calderyon]

Will watch this at some point, of course.

[James]

I liked the David Lynch film when I saw it when I was young.

[Amy Jade]

I'll watch for Timothee alone

[Tony Montana]

I think I've watched the original movie and played Dune 2 on Sega Genesis.

I liked the David Lynch film when I saw it when I was young.

Is the original any good?

[James]

Is the original any good?I don't think it is well regarded but I liked it.

There is also a TV mini series adaption which I remember being okay.

[bots]

The Dune book series is great. The original film had Sting in it which was a bit of a downer for me. The books are so involved that it's impossible for a film to capture more than just an essence of the story, but I will certainly watch it.

[Toy Soldier]

I played the original Dune PC game and loved it :flutter:, and of course Dune 2 which was the catalyst/precursor for the classic RTS - it was made by Westwood who then went on to develop their own IP's where the gameplay mechanics are heavily Dune 2 influenced... Dune's "Spice" becoming "Tiberium" for the Command & Conquer series (which in turn influenced things like Starcraft).

Some geeky triva 4 u.

[Tony Montana]

New Empire covers! They look amazing!

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[Calderyon]

So reading the premise and looking at the cast, I see Atreides, Harkonnen, Fremen... but where is Ordos?

Saving them for the sequel?

[Tony Montana]

First official trailer's here! It looks incredible!

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[Calderyon]

Ordos being absent is a mistake.

[Vanessa]

This looks amazing. Can't wait to go and see it.

[arista]

Yes looks good

[James]

New trailer.

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[arista]

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[bots]

seen it previously. I really liked it, but it wont be to everyones taste

[Vanessa]

The original or the new one? I like both!

[arista]

As a Long film
it had too many Dark Light bits


The ending
looks like ready for a Continuation
of another film

[Toy Soldier]

As a Long film
it had too many Dark Light bits


The ending
looks like ready for a Continuation
of another film

Part 2 is already confirmed, and yes this film only covers the first half of the first Dune book, so I personally say viewers beware: you're not getting a full story here and will have to wait a couple of years for the next part. It's not even like a lot of films that are self-contained and then have a "sequel" ... the structure of this film is very much a "part one of two". It ends half way through the narrative, on somewhat of a cliffhanger.

[Toy Soldier]

It is a gorgeous film though, both in terms of visuals and sound design, definite chef's kiss.

I however agree with arista; watch it at night in a dark room, there are some very dark scenes that can be hard to make out even with a little light shining on the screen. If there's sunlight coming in, forget it, you won't be able to see half of it in some scenes :joker:.

[bots]

Hans did the entire soundtrack during lockdown which is why its 99% sound design. The result is amazing though

[arista]

It is a gorgeous film though, both in terms of visuals and sound design, definite chef's kiss.

I however agree with arista; watch it at night in a dark room, there are some very dark scenes that can be hard to make out even with a little light shining on the screen. If there's sunlight coming in, forget it, you won't be able to see half of it in some scenes :joker:.



Yes, let's hope Dune 2
does not have the same bad light
as this mega film has.

[James]

I've watched it now. I thought it was great at the start, I was really into it. It peters out a bit in the last half hour.

Was a bit disappointed not to see the Guild Navigators.

[bots]

it's so much more faithful to the books that the old Sting version, i think its great

[Vanessa]

it's so much more faithful to the books that the old Sting version, i think its great

I love it. Can't wait for part two.

[James]

Part 2 trailer.

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Film is released in November.

[bots]

really looking forward to this

[Vanessa]

Can't wait for this. Part one was fantastic!

[arista]

Part 2 trailer.

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Film is released in November.



Yes looks good
Glad they finished it
Part Two for November 2023

[Mystic Mock]

Hopefully it's a bit more exciting than the first one.

[Zizu]

Hopefully it's a bit more exciting than the first one.


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[Mystic Mock]

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At least I'm not on my own then.:dance:

For a bit of balance on my end I liked Jason Momoa's character in the Film, and some of the basic ideas looked interesting, but the pacing imo was terrible and completely nuked the Film for me.

[Vanessa]

I really enjoyed it.

[bots]

i really enjoyed it, but I also read all the books and know the story well. The first film was very true to the books

[Mystic Mock]

i really enjoyed it, but I also read all the books and know the story well. The first film was very true to the books

Oh it probably would work better in the Books for me because I'm not left hanging for the second half of the first Book, like the Movie has unfortunately done.

I'm glad that you and plenty of other people were able to enjoy the Film though.