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2024 Editorial Theatrical

Denis Villeneuve: Plans Within Plans

Denis Villeneuve, an ardent craftsperson of the highest order, had a plan within a plan in mind when he began developing the Dune series after Legendary Pictures courted him to direct a modern adaptation of Frank Herbert’s classic novel. On
2021 Movie Review New Releases Streaming Theatrical

‘Dune’: Villeneuve’s Visual Epic Plays to Novel’s Strengths

Dune is the epic tale of Paul Atreides’ (Timothée Chalamet) ascension toward his destiny in Denis Villeneuve’s take on Frank Herbert’s novel. The ensemble is strong, the performances are emotionally bereft, but the visuals are the reason why theaters exist. Now playing at a theater or streaming on HBO Max.

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