My anticipation was high after I first saw the trailer. The action figures hit the shelves and posters sprang up then the film did not come out. Add “Dune” to the list of films that should have come out in 2020 but did not until 2021. Thankfully, this one was worth the wait.
“Dune” is a classic science fiction story from Frank Herbert that spawned several books and a one-off film in 1984. While it may not have the impact of series like “Star Wars” or “Star Trek”, this franchise commands respect as one of the original science fiction paradigms.
STORY: In the far future, “spice” is a crucial resource needed for the whole galaxy. House Atreides is entrusted to protect this against many known and unknown foes.
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This film has an all-star cast. It is led by an up and comer named Timothée Chalamet (Paul Atreides). He is just 25 years old but has already been nominated for “Call Me by Your Name”, and he is in other films like “Little Women” and “Lady Bird.” This is an entirely different role that proves he has a long career ahead of him. He will adequately lead these films, and I will be at the theaters for each one. The next comes out in 2023.
Other cast members include Jason Momoa (“Aquaman”), Oscar Isaac (“Ex Machina”), Javier Bardem (“Skyfall”), Dave Bautista (“Guardians of the Galaxy”), Stellan Skarsgård (“Good Will Hunting”), Josh Brolin (“Avengers: Infinity War”), Zendaya (“Spiderman: Far From Home”) and more. All are excellent casting choices that bring this story to life.
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The actress I would like to specifically mention is Rebecca Ferguson. She is the mother of Paul and a very important character. While Paul has a special bond with his father, there is an extra level with his mother. They share a special connection called the voice. There is no doubt it inspired what is called the force in “Star Wars.” The movie explains it better than writing it here, so you will need to watch the film!
The visuals and sound are Academy Award-worthy. The director is Denis Villeneuve whose movies are known for exquisite shots that sometimes linger in order to truly appreciate the beauty. While you can watch this on streaming services, it was well worth watching in theaters just to see the cinematography and get the surround sound experience.
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“Dune” is an arthouse science fiction movie, but do not let that scare you. Villeneuve tailored this for everybody to watch while keeping the heart of an arthouse film for the movie buffs. There is a whole lot more to say about this picture, but it is best to see it for yourself. Grab a couple of friends, and have a great time at the movies!
As of today in 2021, it is my favorite film this year. My film rating is an A+.
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