Dune: Part One
Warner Bros. Pictures | Release Date: October 22, 2021
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dharmaOct 23, 2021
An amazing and exhilarating journey, Dune is probably one of the best sci-fi film of all time, hampered only with the fact that it is only one half of the story. The cast, the visuals, the set pieces are simply amazing and it shows how allAn amazing and exhilarating journey, Dune is probably one of the best sci-fi film of all time, hampered only with the fact that it is only one half of the story. The cast, the visuals, the set pieces are simply amazing and it shows how all those so called 'new classics' such as Star Wars and Harry Potter are clearly 'inspired' by this un-filmable book. What more can I say, just go and see it in the cinemas if you have to and that's saying something in this day and age.… Expand
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smoore26Oct 22, 2021
Really a truly incredible film and baseline for hopefully a long line of Dune movies. The scenery and acting is a perfect fit for this oddessy of a story.

So excited to see part 2 and what else this universe has to offer.
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GTXMikeOct 24, 2021
Simply boooooooooring and underwhelming story. Feels like 1984 yet again
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GLADIADOROct 23, 2021
Chato, cansativo, bonito e com um som fantastico, isso é um resumo sobre duna, que definitivamente não me conquistou
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justmovietrollOct 29, 2021
Looking back, this film's just an overrated piece of trash. I'd honestly think the 80's adaptation is better than this hunky garbage. On paper, this would've worked as a half-hour TV special if they got rid of the talky scenes. Yes, thisLooking back, this film's just an overrated piece of trash. I'd honestly think the 80's adaptation is better than this hunky garbage. On paper, this would've worked as a half-hour TV special if they got rid of the talky scenes. Yes, this movie was 95% talky, and the other 5 being basically anything else. Don't think twice. Skip it. It's boring as hell.… Expand
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HeadhunterzOct 23, 2021
the amazing & Decent movie with an epic music This was breathtaking. Otherworldly, massive in scale, masterfully paced and executed. Go see it in the biggest screen you can, but even on your tv it’s going to be awesome
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codiabloOct 24, 2021
The 1st hour drug on with very little introduction...then "Spoiler Alert" ended with a "to be continued"...lame as **** just make the ****ING movie without thinking about bleeding people dry. The 1st movie was tolerable at best. **** if I seeThe 1st hour drug on with very little introduction...then "Spoiler Alert" ended with a "to be continued"...lame as **** just make the ****ING movie without thinking about bleeding people dry. The 1st movie was tolerable at best. **** if I see 2nd movie in theater. Thankfully it was on HBO MAX. First hour is so boring I fell asleep 1st attempt. Love the books. This is garbage. Garbage director. Garbage film. Ol timmy boy gave plenty of girls at NYU STDs...**** this guy… Expand
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AluakaNov 6, 2021
Filme tedioso , eu realmente não conseguir gostar do protagonista, nem me aprofundar na historia. Duna e um filme sonolenro, que não diz nada com nada.
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TakeleftalwaysNov 7, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I had great expectations and ended up sorely disappointed. The film is a mash-up of many other sci-fi movies with little or no imagination. To being with, the director copies David Lynch's production design 100%, starting with the famous desert suits, the worm, the machinery, the city on Dune, the flying Baron, and the sand scenes are just sub-Star Wars with no real poetry. I could go and on but it adds up to boredom. I saw many people checking out their messages and it didn't bother me, I understood. The casting is uninspiring, which means I didn't care for any of the characters because they have no charisma. Gone are people like Linda Hunt, Patrick Stewart, Max von Sydow, Kyle McLachlan, Sting and Sean Young. Panned by the critics, now it seems that Lynch's Dune was in fact an ignored masterpiece. Worse, the film looks and feels like any action movie, a series of cliches like explosions every 10 minutes, and useless endless fights between faceless "people". Save your time and wait for the streaming, then you can munch on your dinner and talk with your friends while the movie is going on. It's so slow you won't miss a thing.… Expand
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BrittenOct 29, 2021
Saw it on HBO Max first, and the next day I went to the theatre. And it was like I watched it for the first time. This movie isn't made to be experienced in a room. Love the novels, love the ideas, the cinematography is spectacular. Acting isSaw it on HBO Max first, and the next day I went to the theatre. And it was like I watched it for the first time. This movie isn't made to be experienced in a room. Love the novels, love the ideas, the cinematography is spectacular. Acting is superb. True to the books and way way more grounded than Lynch's version. You have to see it on big screen!… Expand
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Meta125Oct 23, 2021
Film formidable de Denis Villeneuve! Juste wow !!!! Les images sont parfaites!
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reelsightNov 8, 2021
This new version of Dune has turned agreat work of imagination and adventure into a boring documentary. As a minimum I was hoping it would improve on the first Dune movie which had its own flaws, but that was not to be. The actors areThis new version of Dune has turned agreat work of imagination and adventure into a boring documentary. As a minimum I was hoping it would improve on the first Dune movie which had its own flaws, but that was not to be. The actors are deadpan, the visuals bleak and grey, the entire production is underwhelming and without sparking any wonder or awe at the amazing sand planet and its creatures and characters. I don't understand why this version has received any positive reviews. I don't think anyone who has read the novel and watched the first movie version could prefer this lumpen lifeless portrayal of the fabulous Dune story.… Expand
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tibzoidOct 22, 2021
Old timer here. Dune 2021 is Dune 1984 plus a ton of production design. That’s it. I found it to be flat and drawn out, with weaker performances. Whatever. If you like it, great. But it’s no Second Coming.
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zedzdedOct 27, 2021
is it perfect? of course not. is it brilliant? definitely. mind blowing art direction, wonderful acting, incredible direction, brilliant editing, sfx hyper realistic.

i loved the glacial pacing. i savored every second. i loved this movie,is it perfect? of course not. is it brilliant? definitely. mind blowing art direction, wonderful acting, incredible direction, brilliant editing, sfx hyper realistic.

i loved the glacial pacing. i savored every second. i loved this movie, have already watched it twice and know i will watch it again and again. i can't wait for the sequel.… Expand
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cabalavatarOct 23, 2021
Aside from the slow start, whispering during heavy music, and sometimes mediocre acting of the protag, this movie is brilliant. It's epic, sprawling, and yet intimate at the same time.
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evokingsNov 7, 2021
My review for the 2021 movie Dune part 1, so i watched the movie in theaters,full movie going experience, well not so much, the problem with the movie is it strays from the book to movie experience, if you like movies you might not like DuneMy review for the 2021 movie Dune part 1, so i watched the movie in theaters,full movie going experience, well not so much, the problem with the movie is it strays from the book to movie experience, if you like movies you might not like Dune if you like the book you will possibly dislike the movie for certain things, because it omits small useful tidbits of detail, that would have made the movie even better, an example being doctor Yueh had more dialog and moments in the book that would have helped the audience understand his betrayal better, these details matter, instead we have many panning shots which are cool. but dialog/scenes between other characters would have made the movie better, also paul is a bit over powered in this movie, and scenes make no sense when you think about it, like why is a Dukes son out in the sand in harm's way playing hero..no blame or anger goes to Duncan or Gurney nor do they apologize to the Duke for incompetence, yet a few scenes later Thufir Hawat tenders his resignation when the Dukes son faces a hunter seeker, and the Duke is like nope 2 other guys i know are just as incompetent, i enjoyed watching the movie but I was displeased by the lack of rich dialog, which the book had offered by comparison, and i understand that a movie has a 3 hour run time and you can't fit it all in, but key dialog and scenes could have been added, if there is an extended cut that details it better i would like to watch it, but for now my conclusion is the movie could get lost in a list of many movies of today, the intellectual characters of Dune were under utilized, So it's not a unique movie, nor is it a Peter Jackson accurate book to movie film. overall good movie but it could have been better detailed for the audience i did like the cinematography, but i just wish we got more story.… Expand
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LeoMusicCriticOct 28, 2021
'Dune' is a gorgeous and massive film that is engaging and epic. The cast is compelling and the score is vibrant throughout. The scale of the production design is larger than life and the world-building is magnificent. All being said, I'Dune' is a gorgeous and massive film that is engaging and epic. The cast is compelling and the score is vibrant throughout. The scale of the production design is larger than life and the world-building is magnificent. All being said, I really enjoyed my experience watching this film, but by the end of it, I felt empty due to a weak plot that really went nowhere, with barely any character growth or deep insight into the politics of this world. I felt little connection to many of the characters and many interesting ideas are brought forward, however, nothing felt explored deep enough. However, this is still a film that was definitely engaging and enjoyable which has me interested in a second part for sure.… Expand
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AscosporeNov 3, 2021
I'm not much of a fan of eyebrows guy, and his scenes are as flat as expected. But even Javier Badem has a wooden moment in Dune. Apart from those two irritations, this film is flawless. From a die hard sci-fi fan.
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MurphyBrandonNov 6, 2021
The new Dune film of 2021 is a great interpretation of Frank Herbert's classic novel. It successfully sets a serious tone with its masterful acting, beautiful music, and grand settings. Nearly all of the story elements from the book areThe new Dune film of 2021 is a great interpretation of Frank Herbert's classic novel. It successfully sets a serious tone with its masterful acting, beautiful music, and grand settings. Nearly all of the story elements from the book are showcased faithfully. My trivial complaint is that some scenes move too slowly. Even during my very first viewing, I recall feeling bored during long shots with no dialogue.… Expand
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movingpicturesNov 4, 2021
It's a slog, but def better than Dune (1984).

I wanted to like this. It has a lot of things going for it. The cinematography is beautiful. The sound design was good (but could have been better). The protagonists are likeable. This is a majorIt's a slog, but def better than Dune (1984).

I wanted to like this. It has a lot of things going for it. The cinematography is beautiful. The sound design was good (but could have been better). The protagonists are likeable. This is a major improvement. Chalamet has a better written and better performed Paul than MacLachlan had in Dune (1984). In fact, everyone from Atreides comes across better in this version with the exception of Lady Jessica who is uncharacteristically frightened for nearly the entire movie. Jason Momoa stole the show as Duncan. He was great!

Now, for the bad guys: Much Worse this time around. I was very disappointed here. Where the villains in Dune (1984) are larger than life and boisterous and colorful, the villains here comparatively boring - very one-dimensional. This film overall has a more somber and plodding tone while Dune (1984) managed to capture a manic kind of energy that's sorely missing here.

Thankfully, there is much less exposition here for which I am grateful. However, it's been replaced by a dozen dream sequences for which I am annoyed. 90% of Zendaya's appearance is in the form of dreams. It drags. It drags to the point that I was looking at my watch and wishing it would end. That's never a good feeling. Hopefully, part 2 can fix some of these issues.… Expand
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CrispypriestOct 30, 2021
Dune is a fantastic adaptation of a notoriously un-adaptable sci-fi space epic. The world of Dune is truly alien in nature and has long since inspired most of not all of our modern day classics. Now that the second movie has been confirmed IDune is a fantastic adaptation of a notoriously un-adaptable sci-fi space epic. The world of Dune is truly alien in nature and has long since inspired most of not all of our modern day classics. Now that the second movie has been confirmed I feel what little hesitation I felt to invest myself into another world dissappear. A must see for anyone who considers themselves fans of science fiction and cinema in general.… Expand
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MSchenckOct 24, 2021
As a longtime fan of the original Dune trilogy since reading them in the late 70s, it was thrilling to see the material FINALLY brought to life. Denis was true to his word, and delivered a great story with a nicely balanced mix of action andAs a longtime fan of the original Dune trilogy since reading them in the late 70s, it was thrilling to see the material FINALLY brought to life. Denis was true to his word, and delivered a great story with a nicely balanced mix of action and character development. There were a few scenes from the book I wish had been included, but obviously the 1/2-book was already a 3-hour movie. The only concerns I have are whether those lost souls who have NOT read the books will fully understand elements of the story. That was always the danger of trying to turn Frank Herbert's Dune into a movie ... how to capture the universe he built into a movie. But the grand scope, stunning visuals, and great performances all-around earned this movie another watch in a few days -- this time on IMAX!… Expand
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Paradoxx01Nov 2, 2021
splendid. masterpiece. fascinating. influential. Perfect. I hope there will be at least 3 movies.
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jimivanhalenNov 5, 2021
I have two major issues with this movie. 1) The last 1/3 of this movie is god awful boring. It is just a lot of wondering around before anything happens. And then it just ..ends... 2) I think that the actor playing Paul is terrible. He comesI have two major issues with this movie. 1) The last 1/3 of this movie is god awful boring. It is just a lot of wondering around before anything happens. And then it just ..ends... 2) I think that the actor playing Paul is terrible. He comes across as a complete wimp. Does anybody think this 90 lb weakling will be the messiah and win in battle? The first 2/3 of the movie are fantastic, but the last 1/3 almost completely ruined it for me.… Expand
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CarganJan 23, 2022
Was looking forward to the movie but when finally rented it and watched it this morning. I was completely blown away by how bad it was. The voices were so low I couldn't hardly hear over background noise and music of the movie itself.
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gracjanskiJan 9, 2022
What an epic movie. I had immediately the feeling that this is a movie I will watch more times, because there will be sequels. The story is deep, the worlds/ houses are very interesting, the pictures are beautiful and the atmosphere isWhat an epic movie. I had immediately the feeling that this is a movie I will watch more times, because there will be sequels. The story is deep, the worlds/ houses are very interesting, the pictures are beautiful and the atmosphere is serious/menacing. I am already looking forward to watch the 2nd part.… Expand
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ozymandias79Oct 22, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Its a good introduction but hardly a full movie. Maybe the first 100 pages of the book are covered. They take control of Dune, the duke is killed, and Paul and his mother flee into the desert and meet the freman. That's it. The movie needed to be longer and include more plot. Great visuals, but overall its disappointing.… Expand
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TiagoTeodoroOct 27, 2021
Incrível, fascinante, um dos melhores filmes ever. A Atuação do Timothée e da Rebecca foram únicas, mereciam vários prêmios.
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JerridoOct 24, 2021
Best Movie I've Ever Seen.
Человечество расселилось по далёким планетам, а за власть над обитаемым пространством постоянно борются разные могущественные семьи. В центре противостояния оказывается пустынная планета Арракис. Там обитаютBest Movie I've Ever Seen.
Человечество расселилось по далёким планетам, а за власть над обитаемым пространством постоянно борются разные могущественные семьи. В центре противостояния оказывается пустынная планета Арракис. Там обитают гигантские песчаные черви, а в пещерах затаились скитальцы-фремены, но её главная ценность — спайс, самое важное вещество во Вселенной. Тот, кто контролирует Арракис, контролирует спайс, а тот, кто контролирует спайс, контролирует Вселенную.… Expand
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sonny2dapOct 25, 2021
If this had been a 5 hour film I would have stayed for the whole 5 hours no question, waiting for the sequel is going to be painful.
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Zaine6Dec 4, 2021
Hands down a 10, going into it blind it felt like the first time watching Star Wars or Lord of the Rings. It's what the latest Star Wars movies should of evoked in us. Exotic, fresh, amazing races and character building, sets, specialHands down a 10, going into it blind it felt like the first time watching Star Wars or Lord of the Rings. It's what the latest Star Wars movies should of evoked in us. Exotic, fresh, amazing races and character building, sets, special effects, music and sound (oh the sounds!!), weapons and props. Great acting and an amazing performance from the main character.… Expand
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MarkHReviewsDec 23, 2021
Director/Screenwriter Denis Villenueve (“Blade Runner 2049,” “Arrival”) is a perfect fit for a story like “Dune.” Villeneuve has consistently crafted films that are captivatingly immersive cinematic experiences, sometimes short on story butDirector/Screenwriter Denis Villenueve (“Blade Runner 2049,” “Arrival”) is a perfect fit for a story like “Dune.” Villeneuve has consistently crafted films that are captivatingly immersive cinematic experiences, sometimes short on story but always visually spectacular. This “Dune” offers truly breathtaking visuals. In fact, it’s the best reason currently available for actually heading out to the movies. Films like this that can be best experienced only in a dark room with a huge screen, lightly populated with socially-distanced strangers who have turned off their cell phones (I’m looking at you, Row G).

Villenueve, along with co-writers Eric Roth and Jon Spaihts, has created a mesmerizing world for the moviegoer to inhabit. House Atriedes, long-time rulers of Caladan (a world filled with rainy days, fog and lush beauty – think Seattle, but a planet) is ordered by the Emperor to take control of Arrakis (known as “Dune”), a barren wasteland of strategic importance because of the hallucinogenic “spice” harvested there. (Spice is essential to interstellar travel, life extension and a variety of medical uses, all of which make it the most valuable substance in the world.) Turns out, House Harkonnen, previous ruler of the planet, isn’t thrilled to give up this lucrative enterprise. Treachery abounds. The leader of House Atriedes is murdered. The heir, Paul Atriedes, barely escapes, but is abandoned to wander in the desert, just in case the messianic overtones were too subtle.

Although this film runs over 2 ½ hours, it covers only the first half of Frank Herbert’s original novel by the same name. Even at this length, creating a coherent narrative is a major achievement. In contrast, in the 1970s Chilean surrealist Alejandro Jadorowsky created story boards for an epic film version of “Dune” with a running time of over ten hours. Astonishingly, Hollywood wasn’t interested. It would have starred an amazing collection of characters including Orson Welles, Salvador Dali, Mick Jagger, David Carradine, Herve Villachaize (the diminutive Tattoo on “Fantasy Island”) and Gloria Swanson. The lead would have been Jadorowsky’s twelve-year-old son. (If you’re interested, watch the 2013 documentary “Jadorowsky’s Dune.”)

Villenueve’s script has stripped away the pretentious overtones and general bloviating of Frank Herbert’s novel. The original novel is a piece of work, in every possible sense. Running to more than 550 pages, it was originally serialized in “Analog” magazine before being published by the little-known Chilton Books (a publishing house best known for its car repair manuals). Herbert himself spent time in a socialist commune in Washington state as a child. He was also a distant relative of Joseph McCarthy and admired his relation’s goals if not his methods. To suggest that his views are “eclectic” is to engage in serious understatement.

All this means that Villeneuve had to effectively navigate a dizzying range of topics that include ecology, psychedelic drugs, religion (featuring the Bene Gesserit – think extremely badass space-traveling nuns), authoritarianism and actual human emotion. He succeeds for many reasons. First, rather than spouting philosophy, he focuses on building a big, far-reaching spectacle that literally encompasses a universe. Second, he has an impeccable eye for casting. In this case, he’s selected Timothee Chalamet (“Little Women,” “Call Me By Your Name”) as the messianic son Paul Atriedes, Rebecca Ferguson (“Mission Impossible” series, “The Greatest Showman”) as his Bene Gesserit mother, Oscar Isaac (“Ex Machina,” “The Card Counter”) as leader of the Atriedes clan and a supporting cast that includes Jason Momoa, Stellan Skarsgard, Josh Brolin, Javier Bardem and Zendaya. All inhabit their roles perfectly. Finally, Villenueve understands that big ideas can arise and be considered without the need for mind-numbing exposition (that’s right, Mr. Herbert) or tidy resolution.

“Dune” has admirers from a surprisingly broad array of political perspectives, from Stephen Colbert to white supremacists attracted to the idea of a white messiah figure. Since its publication in 1965, Herbert’s weirdly compelling world has offered a welcome respite from the real. It offers a similarly welcome, thought-provoking diversion today.… Expand
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MarsKceJan 19, 2022
This is by far the best movie of 2021. Im glad that some people still want to make good movies, and I cant wait for another part of this story.
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Prink34320May 23, 2022
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Boring but artistic.

Dune introduces the audience to an interesting futuristic world that feels akin to sci-fi films from the late 1900s and early 2000s. Hans Zimmer composes an ethereal soundtrack that elicits nostalgia of classic sci-fi, and the visuals throughout the film create a beautiful and realistic-looking atmosphere. Though part of what breaks immersion is the blandness and emptiness of this entire world. The story focuses on several factions that are offered up as advanced societies, yet seem to be in the brink of extinction with how few of them there are.

However, where Dune falls flat is both in its narrative and character development. In two and a half hours, the narrative barely progresses, and it makes a large chunk of the film feel like unnecessary filler - that may change with its sequels, but as a standalone film, its a slog to go through. Because of the way the characters are acted, they feel (I assume intentionally so) devoid of emotion, which feels alienating as an audience member attempting to relate to and understand a character's motivations.… Expand
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akashp2001Nov 13, 2021
Villeneuve.The writing, screenplay, direction all are amazing.The cinematography especially stands out for me.It's flawless.The first sci fi movie where I didn't doubt the visuals one single time.Some of the shots in the film should beVilleneuve.The writing, screenplay, direction all are amazing.The cinematography especially stands out for me.It's flawless.The first sci fi movie where I didn't doubt the visuals one single time.Some of the shots in the film should be framed.

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iCampoRamilNov 16, 2021
Demasiado primera mitad, para mí, la alargan en exceso, y eso no mola. Ojalá pronto la 2.
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BenjabolOct 28, 2021
Dune is simply a majestic movie: the scenes, music, and acting outweigh its narrative flaws, which are understandable considering it's just the beginning of the franchise on the big screen
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CanyoneroNov 24, 2021
Absolutely amazing. No agenda, just the book made into a movie. They give you time and space to think and process without shoving anything down your throat.
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somasatoriOct 22, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It was great, though no one mentioned they poop and pee they pants when explaining the stillsuit. Still 10/10… Expand
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Moxy221Dec 2, 2021
The Director did an amazing job at keeping it eye catching and not rush through 20 or more different scenes. This movie literally focused on 2 and a half hours of 3-4 major plot scenes. I will say that this movie is a "special snowflake" orThe Director did an amazing job at keeping it eye catching and not rush through 20 or more different scenes. This movie literally focused on 2 and a half hours of 3-4 major plot scenes. I will say that this movie is a "special snowflake" or "hidden gem" if you will, because it focuses on heavy dream/intuition, as Paul is someone who has insights and hunches that frequently turn out to be correct. You're literally watching someone tapping into the unconscious things of life lol
Other than that, people can find the action quite enjoyable and thrilling.

Many rate it lower and I think for that reason is because they don't fully understand the main characters because they find intuition unappealing to lead in a movie.… Expand
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DeviltherobotDec 17, 2021
The visuals in this movie are stellar and really take your breath away. The acting is also very good here. The main problem with this film is that it largely serves as an introduction to the series. Which will be good in a few years but hurts it now.
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Aaryan16Dec 21, 2021
A big disappointment to be honest. Was expecting a start to finish banger of a movie but only got something that feels like 1/10th of a whole story which just ends abruptly.
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gomesXJan 16, 2022
Villeneuve handed us a film to map at will and find out on the run: apparently, spitting on someone is a gesture of respect, while walking sideways like a crab is the safest way to proceed. After that, we are on our own, wandering in theVilleneuve handed us a film to map at will and find out on the run: apparently, spitting on someone is a gesture of respect, while walking sideways like a crab is the safest way to proceed. After that, we are on our own, wandering in the desert, wonderfully immersed. It's a discovery movie; an invitation to get lost.… Expand
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JudioMar 20, 2022
Excelente ciencia ficción de la que te transporta a otros mundos. Esta película seguirá siendo una pasada dentro de muchos años.
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Broker2022Mar 21, 2023
I read all the books in Frank Herbert's Dune Cycle several times when I was young and later as an adult, and I was already fascinated by the complexity of the material. There are even Dune encyclopedias to explain this huge epic. The booksI read all the books in Frank Herbert's Dune Cycle several times when I was young and later as an adult, and I was already fascinated by the complexity of the material. There are even Dune encyclopedias to explain this huge epic. The books are about the fictional planet Arrakis. Arrakis is a desert planet whose sun makes the scorching heat so unbearable that at certain times of the day, no one can survive outside without the stillsuit. Now to the movie. The movie is well made in terms of presentation and CGI, unfortunately almost everything went wrong here at the casting. First, the main protagonist, Paul Atreides, is played by a colorless and dispassionate actor. You just don't buy him the role. The quality of the acting is too weak compared to the book. Then the role of Duncan Idaho, a total disaster, here the serious character is ridiculed by Jason Momoa, almost embarrassing. Casting Zendaya for the role of Chani is just awful, has no acting quality at all, really bad. A total mistake. Now for the actual catastrophic miscasting. It's about the Imperial ecologist Liet Kynes. Liet Kynes was the Emperor's planetary ecologist on Arrakis and later a highly respected leader of the Fremen. He was Chani's father. Was cast by a black actress. What was that?! Why does one of the best science fiction novels of our modern times have to be used for the political nonsense of wokeism?! A real disgrace and defacing of the narrative. Also, the story can no longer be logical and coherent. The total mistake! Not only annoying but a shame! Another catastrophic misjudgment, or should I say forced political decision, the role of Thuwir Hawat, Master of Assassins and Mentat. Colourless, bloodless and very weak performance by Stephen Henderson. It just goes on, I don't want to list them all, but the only character in the novel that I liked and suited to in this work is Paul's mother, Lady Jessica, masterfully played by the beautiful and gorgeous Rebeca Fergusson. Next come the roles of Oscar Isaac, Stellan Skarsgard and Dave Bautista. Apart from these four good casts, everyone else was a hit in the toilet. In the second part, the great and highly talented Christopher Walken is supposed to play the Emperor, at least a small but small consolation. Film should convey an environment to the viewer as far as possible, using all artistic and technical means, draw him in and impress him visually. Unfortunately, this was not implemented here in the slightest. For a whopping $165 million production cost, this should be more than possible! Denis Villeneuve tries hard, but portraying a world in the year 10000 should be guided by more imagination and artistic sense, it should blow your mind and when you leave the cinema it should reverberate in your brain for weeks, unfortunately this film adaptation didn't succeed , although I actually really like the film. But only because I love the outstanding novels of Frank Herbert's Genius!… Expand
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MovieMax55Apr 16, 2023
I have liked most of the versions of DUNE but this version was the FIRST one that made me feel like I was on a truly alien world. The cinematography is superb. The script was excellent, telling a complete story without narration. The soundI have liked most of the versions of DUNE but this version was the FIRST one that made me feel like I was on a truly alien world. The cinematography is superb. The script was excellent, telling a complete story without narration. The sound quality was mesmerizing, it made me feel the stinging, windswept sand grains. And the acting was spot on. Stellan Skarsgard is imposing as Baron Harkonnen and he eats up the screen time he has. Can't wait to see more of him in Chapter Two! All the other parts - Duke Leto, Duncan Idaho, Paul, Lady Jessica, Stilgar.. nearly everyone was perfect in their role. I don't do this often but this movie is a 10 for me. You can watch it, feel it, taste it. You get the sensation you are there, among the characters in this harsh, quasi-medieval, space-faring universe of political intrigue. What a rush!… Expand
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MahbubAli92Oct 26, 2021
Every scene of this I was just thinking about how the David Lynch movie did it better. Josh Brolin and Javier Bardem and Stelan Skarsgard seemed like they were falling asleep in half their scenes, and I could definitely relate.
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CatManDoOct 23, 2021
Ultimately it was a fairly decent visual depiction of the Dune universe. Kind of more like a comic book adaption than a faithful retelling.

Unfortunate that this franchise has so many overweight male fans though because the fat hate in thisUltimately it was a fairly decent visual depiction of the Dune universe. Kind of more like a comic book adaption than a faithful retelling.

Unfortunate that this franchise has so many overweight male fans though because the fat hate in this movie is pretty strong. Obviously you gotta know what you're getting into if you've read the books and know about the Baron. But still there were definitely some deliberate choices to make fat guys look like their monstrous disgusting rapists. Kind of sucks when a film maker is sending that message to their audience when they have to know a lot of people in the theater are going to have that projected onto them.

Gotta give it a low rating just because films like this really do make my everyday life worse by training people to see fat men as nothing but villains and monsters.… Expand
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baylesshpNov 3, 2021
Terrible movie. So slow. Nothing was explained. The characters are one dimensional and I would say that the movie itself was racist with a white savior coming to save the people of color.
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MaxDoubtOct 27, 2021
set in Afghanistan but with Return of the Jedi Sandworms, evil imperial forces trying to control the spice trade (no not opium poppies). The lead teenager is fated to greatness and has great lineage (Mum's a witch) but unlike Potter he wieldsset in Afghanistan but with Return of the Jedi Sandworms, evil imperial forces trying to control the spice trade (no not opium poppies). The lead teenager is fated to greatness and has great lineage (Mum's a witch) but unlike Potter he wields a sword not a wand and looks on for a girl hotter than Ron Weasleys sister. lots of CGI, utterly derivative. Nothing new here… Expand
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oldbrokenlinkOct 22, 2021
I have only but one review to give...would have preferred a single 5+ hour movie to now having to wait an indeterminate amount of time before, if ever, a part 2.
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jdeamaralOct 22, 2021
The movie is a visual marvel. I wish the send part was ready to go because, like the book, it is a story of multiple journeys. This would be a great HBO series.
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j1trainNov 4, 2021
A lot of table-setting and world-building, but damn! Entrancing stuff. Rebecca Ferguson is a star.
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MongoOct 22, 2021
This a movie trying to do justice to an epic book. Part one does that. The original movie did everything wrong. This one does everything right. If they make the sequel in the same fashion, then it will be one of my favorite movies of allThis a movie trying to do justice to an epic book. Part one does that. The original movie did everything wrong. This one does everything right. If they make the sequel in the same fashion, then it will be one of my favorite movies of all time. I they don't finish the story then I will be pissed!… Expand
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avr50Oct 23, 2021
Dune is the movie spectacle of the year. This movie is not for everyone, but I believe that if you're excited for this film and you do some research (not that you need it, but it can help to understand better and to sumerge in this world inDune is the movie spectacle of the year. This movie is not for everyone, but I believe that if you're excited for this film and you do some research (not that you need it, but it can help to understand better and to sumerge in this world in an easier way) and you understand that this is not an generic box office, Dune will be a total blast. The special effects are incredible as well as the sound and the score. The cast is a dream, but of course, the main performances (Chalamet and Ferguson) are the ones that carry the movie, but Jason Momoa and Stellan Skarsgard can steal some scenes as well. In the end, Dune is almost a perfect movie, with smart storytelling that is not easy, but once decoded, is a wonder.… Expand
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MountieManiacOct 23, 2021
This movie was incredible. They did a great job balancing showing you things out right and explaining only what was required. This is a grown-up movie that doesn't hold your hand but is beautifully made and you can tell there are no carlessThis movie was incredible. They did a great job balancing showing you things out right and explaining only what was required. This is a grown-up movie that doesn't hold your hand but is beautifully made and you can tell there are no carless shots in the movie. The pacing may be a bit slow if you don't know the backstory but I felt like it was beautiful enough to make up for some slow pacing in spots.… Expand
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JLuis_001Oct 22, 2021
When it was announced that Denis Villeneuve would direct the sequel to Blade Runner, there was a lot of noise. Noise that I ignored.
Even at the time I said he was too good to let Blade Runner 2049 fail, and regardless of its box officeWhen it was announced that Denis Villeneuve would direct the sequel to Blade Runner, there was a lot of noise. Noise that I ignored.
Even at the time I said he was too good to let Blade Runner 2049 fail, and regardless of its box office numbers, the truth is that he delivered a great film.

Therefore, when it was also announced that he would direct a new adaptation of Dune, I didn't doubt him at all. In his entire career he has never made me doubt of his work.
And when the images and trailer of what he had done began to circulate, needless to say, I was impressed and my trust was reinforced. But visuals aren't everything, I know that, but I was hoping the book would give him enough guidelines to accomplish something magnificent. It pains me to say it a bit, and it might sound contradictory considering my rating, but I have to be frank, and unfortunately for Villeneuve, the source material worked against him.

Perhaps in his vision and in his initial plans, Villeneuve had more films in mind, especially the second part, and of course also the series planned for HBO Max. But the simple fact of calling it Dune Part One and ending it as it ends, goes without saying that it does affect the film, even if you don't want to believe it. And the reason is basic but too strong. Dune feels like the start of something even vaster, but it also feels like an incomplete journey.
We are barely scratching the surface when we're told that that journey is over.
And I can't deny that Dune is a tremendous epic. A sci-fi epic in every sense of the word.
The scale of this film is just impressive. And I'm talking about all its elements. All of them.
But when you get to the end of this specific story, it undoubtedly feels incomplete.

"The first rule of show business is to always leave them wanting more" And Dune leaves you like that. I was eager for more right there, because the film's never boring.
But ending with a feeling of emptiness, that something was missing, that will never be pleasant.
Especially if the whole thing is hanging by the need of financial success to get the rest of the story. I was going to give it a 7. I gave it the 8 because of the vastness, scope and ambition of its production.… Expand
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SofiaTGOct 23, 2021
I was originally going to give this a 0 for a lot of technical reasons, but after reading one too many racist 0/10 reviews, I have decided to give this 10/10 to combat racist and/or sexist reviewbombing.
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UltraReviewerOct 22, 2021
This visually stunning film based on Frank Herbert's 1965 novel is an epic and enthralling masterpiece. The movie is also very long but is entertaining enough to keep you completely engaged! With an all star cast, great story telling andThis visually stunning film based on Frank Herbert's 1965 novel is an epic and enthralling masterpiece. The movie is also very long but is entertaining enough to keep you completely engaged! With an all star cast, great story telling and characters, stunning effects and action this movie is perfect for fans of the novel or people new to Dune!

I hope you enjoy this movie as much as I did.… Expand
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Deep_FredOct 23, 2021
This is science fiction at its greatest level. Every aspect of the visuals and sound work together to frame a space opera of mind-bending scale. The performances keep the story personal and identifiable in the face of staggeringThis is science fiction at its greatest level. Every aspect of the visuals and sound work together to frame a space opera of mind-bending scale. The performances keep the story personal and identifiable in the face of staggering consequences. Part 2 can't come soon enough.… Expand
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gamingdevil800Oct 22, 2021
The movie has a slow opening act with essential world building but I was never bored as it was a visual masterpiece, with excellent performances all round from the cast accompanied by so my fascinating things going on screen. When the actionThe movie has a slow opening act with essential world building but I was never bored as it was a visual masterpiece, with excellent performances all round from the cast accompanied by so my fascinating things going on screen. When the action does hit it was a joy for the eyes and I was sad when it ended. If I were to sum the movie up it was a sci fi political intrigue story with a dash of a medieval meets wild west. It left me with the same feeling I had after "the fellowship of the rings" ending (sad that it's over) and I'm looking forward to Part 2.… Expand
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hivetyrant36Oct 23, 2021
This one is hard to measure because there is just nothing like it. It's so different to anything I've ever seen.
I think this movie might be the birth of a new genre.
I was completely captivated the entire length of the film. That's rare forThis one is hard to measure because there is just nothing like it. It's so different to anything I've ever seen.
I think this movie might be the birth of a new genre.
I was completely captivated the entire length of the film. That's rare for me.
I had trouble understanding what people were saying a lot though, otherwise I'd give it a 10.

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HilbillycatOct 23, 2021
Excellent movie... A sort of cosmic space opera with a perfect mix of sci-fi and mythical influences. 10 out of 10. It's right there with the original Star Wars in terms of both scale and quality! A true don't miss!
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endr1Dec 7, 2021
The movie is horrific
The visuals are totally wrong. There is the sun on Arrakis, why is everything grey? Why the sky is clouded? The cast is painfully wrong. The boy is maybe good for a teen movie, but he’s not muad’dib. He is too concernThe movie is horrific
The visuals are totally wrong. There is the sun on Arrakis, why is everything grey? Why the sky is clouded? The cast is painfully wrong. The boy is maybe good for a teen movie, but he’s not muad’dib. He is too concern about his hairs and look to be able to act. Without mentioning his skinny frail that make him look like a ballerina not a young man who spent his whole life training
The imperial ecologist is a MAN in the book and he dies revealing the trunth about the melange. What they did with his character is just ridiculous. As ridiculous is the whole script full of invented boring part, like the bull thing which made me scream in anger
There is only one movie as bad as this and it’s the force awakening. And this says all. Frank Herbert would have died watching this pile of rubbish.… Expand
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UncleWillardOct 22, 2021
I heard some troubling rumors before seeing this (Jessica Ferguson's idiotic take on Frank Herbert being a sexist, and one of the producers stating that they made Kines a black woman because black women would be better ecologists; both stupidI heard some troubling rumors before seeing this (Jessica Ferguson's idiotic take on Frank Herbert being a sexist, and one of the producers stating that they made Kines a black woman because black women would be better ecologists; both stupid takes), and they had me a bit worried, but in the end, they were a big nothing burger. This is phenomenal. Look, feel, sound, acting...phenomenal. As huge fan of the books, I was very satisfied with the final product in every way. The only criticism I could levy is that I wanted more of everything. That can't be bad. I'm looking forward to not only re-watching this multiple times, but part 2. Part 2 is going to be a doozy! Would be crazy if it sparks an interest in the next two books as well as they take this story so much further (farther?).… Expand
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SpicyTunaNov 6, 2021
It was advertised as an SF movie, while it's just a medieval fantasy movie like GOT. If you're looking for a futuristic adventure, political battles between the high-class clans, it's not for you. However, I liked its mise en scene, fromIt was advertised as an SF movie, while it's just a medieval fantasy movie like GOT. If you're looking for a futuristic adventure, political battles between the high-class clans, it's not for you. However, I liked its mise en scene, from approximately 3 scenes out of the entire movie. Thus the score being 3/10.… Expand
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zachpacreviewsNov 19, 2021
- The most boring film I've ever seen
- Bland characters
- There are no stakes - A character sacrifices himself for literally no reason but to make you feel sad. Thing is, I didn't even know the character, so I didn't really care. - The- The most boring film I've ever seen
- Bland characters
- There are no stakes
- A character sacrifices himself for literally no reason but to make you feel sad. Thing is, I didn't even know the character, so I didn't really care.
- The visuals are good, I guess. Nothing groundbreaking
- What's supposed to be thrilling: "OMG, HE COULD DIE! BIG WORM BEHIND HIM!" is ruined by the fact that its the main character and he has plot immunity. SO WHY EVEN DO IT?
- Mediocre performances
- Terribly paced, unoriginal, and predictable; the beginning of the movie copies the opening of The Lord of the Rings.. A great film with fascinating lore.. something this film doesn't have..
- If I don't care for your characters or plot, how am I supposed to feel immersed? How am I supposed to stick around for the lore building.

I hate this movie. If I could I'd rate it lower than a zero.… Expand
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dogboyOct 24, 2021
This was a really good movie that stayed true to the original. I thought the effects and casting were great with the exception of Jason Mamoa. He just wasn't right for this movie. It was really epic and intense and then he came on screen andThis was a really good movie that stayed true to the original. I thought the effects and casting were great with the exception of Jason Mamoa. He just wasn't right for this movie. It was really epic and intense and then he came on screen and it just brought the whole movie down a level for me. Oscar Isaacs was great and the guy playing Paul Atreides was also excellent.… Expand
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SergeantSozOct 30, 2021
If you know nothing of the book or the lore, you’ll be confused because all this movie is is about is mumbling about space politics. It’s like watching a trailer for the sequel. Hopefully that movie has some substance because I couldn’tIf you know nothing of the book or the lore, you’ll be confused because all this movie is is about is mumbling about space politics. It’s like watching a trailer for the sequel. Hopefully that movie has some substance because I couldn’t follow this movie or why everything was happening or why i should care about the characters.… Expand
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Guillermo98Oct 30, 2021
The way Denis fleshed out every character in this adaptation of the first book was masterful. The world building is on a whole other level. Timothy Chalamet's performance was great, for me Oscar Isaac and Stellan where the two standouts outThe way Denis fleshed out every character in this adaptation of the first book was masterful. The world building is on a whole other level. Timothy Chalamet's performance was great, for me Oscar Isaac and Stellan where the two standouts out of this stacked cast. I know in the book Paul is supposed to have a kind of father son relationship with Gurney, but I ended up preferring Denis choice of establishing a brotherly bond between Duncan and Paul. The CGI in this movie was so clean and crisp the shadows from every ship, the way the water was running through the military cruiser coming out of the bay and of course the design of the Shai hulud, just incredible. I loved the quality of the script and the delivery of each actor, this is some next level quality on a sci-fi tale. I haven't seen a weak point to this piece of art yet.… Expand
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RichmkOct 23, 2021
Stunning harsh visuals. Audio throughout film interesting. Brilliant all round cast. The ideologies and look of all the different houses are clearly diverse it doesn't take much to pull you in and keep you hooked for entire film. Sand wormsStunning harsh visuals. Audio throughout film interesting. Brilliant all round cast. The ideologies and look of all the different houses are clearly diverse it doesn't take much to pull you in and keep you hooked for entire film. Sand worms look and feel scary and threatening even before seeing them on screen… Expand
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espoacOct 29, 2021
Dune is above all an exercise in rewarding viewers' curiosity; weaving political maneuvering into a significant amount of religious and cultural lore, all while never engaging in the sort of heavy exposition that weighs down previous attemptsDune is above all an exercise in rewarding viewers' curiosity; weaving political maneuvering into a significant amount of religious and cultural lore, all while never engaging in the sort of heavy exposition that weighs down previous attempts to adapt Herbert's novel to film. Where Lynch made us sit through wordy internal monologues, so much of what we learn about Dune's universe from Villeneuve comes from context and natural character interactions. Given the inherent difficulties of setting up a new universe and some recent films' choice to almost completely forgo exposition to focus on set-pieces and characters (I'm not not pointing my finger at you, Force Awakens), such a deft return to world-building feels incredibly engaging. The religion and tribal culture of the Fremen, the esoteric order of super-powered nuns, political strife between great houses a la feudal Europe; it's all there and it's largely fascinating without being overwhelming. It's an audacious and unabashed appeal to the nerdiest among us that deserves praise in its own right. Villeneuve doesn't forget to bring the action however and the set pieces we do get - especially one particularly massive sequence between thousands of soldiers and ships - excel as well. Villeneuve seems to distrust CG effects just the right amount, knowing when to pull back or keep renderings just out of focus. The largest battle also takes place at night, allowing fireballs to stand out in awesome contrast. The result is effects that feel grounded and consistently believable. Outside of battles as well, the movie is a delight to behold. Every piece of sci-fi tech is thought out in the nerdiest but also most elegant of ways. Energy shields for example are depicted in a manner that visually communicate the logic upon which they function without said logic ever having to be explained by a character. Spaceships and weapons are also largely aesthetically distinct from what you might find in obvious points of comparison like Star Wars or Star Trek. Here, for instance, space ships can take a much more organic form, with the ships we see in much of the latter half resembling dragonflies. Costume and architecture are perhaps even more impressive; opting for a stunning, ancient look with even great levels of attention being paid to the tiniest of objects e.g. the design of a certain, highly-unpleasant box which makes an appearance early on.

The high-stakes world Villeneuve sets up provides context for some wonderfully tense performances from Chalamet and Ferguson. As Paul, Chalamet is at times over-confident and naïve but thankfully never insolent. His relationship with his mother is fraught from the first scene yet neither character is willing to endanger the bond they both rely upon to survive throughout the movie. Ferguson also does a wonderful job depicting Lady Jessica's conflict between duty to her order and House, and her desire to protect her son. Rampling and Skarsgard are two other standouts, conveying incredible amounts of menace not with words but a glance or well-chosen tone. Giant sandworms be damned, a dirty look from Charlotte Rampling may be the most intimidating thing in Dune.

All of these strengths mean the film's two and a half hours pass very quickly. Despite that run time, however, the credits do run exactly when we feel the central conflict is finally set up. This is a part one after all, and no one should go into Dune expecting any sort of resolution. While this approach is bound to frustrate more than a few people, it's much preferable to an alternative where the entire story was jammed into a single film. Villeneuve's choice to give his Dune space to breath should be viewed as a wise one; offering up not only complete context for the coming conflict teased throughout the film, but also affording the opportunity to appreciate the intricacies of Frank Herbert's world-building. It's hard not to hope that this more patient approach to blockbusters will attract a sizeable audience and prove this kind of sci-fi can succeed. For now though, Dune deserves celebration as a singular accomplishment regardless of its commercial success. Here's to more nerdiness on the big screen.… Expand
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Mighty_WolfOct 23, 2021
This movie in a masterpiece. The ambience, the feel, the epicness, the visuals and the music socre... all of it is majestic.
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BotegOct 23, 2021
Probably, the first really successful Dune cinema adaptation.
I can say that it was pretty long, but I didn’t feel any tiredness till final titles.
It is beautiful world created by Villeneuve, who seem to really love original book and paid aProbably, the first really successful Dune cinema adaptation.
I can say that it was pretty long, but I didn’t feel any tiredness till final titles.
It is beautiful world created by Villeneuve, who seem to really love original book and paid a lot of attention to make it really accurate and concise (which is really hard to do for the Dune book).
As a (possible) disadvantage I can mention sepia/grey filters, but personally I really like the final picture.… Expand
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ZdygardOct 23, 2021
Every year or two you should be allowed to give a movie 11 out of 10. This is yo there with Aliens and Terminator 2, and Interstellar as well. And this is only half. It is almost 1 to 1 in keeping with the book. All the major characters areEvery year or two you should be allowed to give a movie 11 out of 10. This is yo there with Aliens and Terminator 2, and Interstellar as well. And this is only half. It is almost 1 to 1 in keeping with the book. All the major characters are here playing their roles faithfully and truthfully which means epically. This is a story about the universe, of thousands of star systems and planets, eating holy war across the galaxy in the name of Muad Dib, who is the Kid Atreides. He will ride sandworms, survive a nuke, free the Firemen and lead them across the galaxy - to the Kids fright, waging holy war in his family name.

This movie is **** perfect. Absolutely perfect. Blade runner was a disappointment, I liked Ghost In The Shell but that was an 8. This is an easy 11, it will be watched for decades and hopefully become more popular than Star wars. This is game of thrones in space.

My favorite part was the consistent yellow sandy look of the movie and the design of the buildings and starships as they are faithful even though many find them blocky and boring. There are technology that is not meant to be beautiful but functional, an 80s style vibe of heavy construction equipment not sleek starships. But there is magic, genetic editing, nukes, special armies, and so much more.

The style is called brutalist and it is brutal. It is also a favorite style of fascism, a la Nazis and the Italian dictator Mussolini.

Perfect. Absolutely perfect story.… Expand
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sarafrogOct 23, 2021
A MASTERPIECE! Amazing! I’m left speechless! I could watch it over and over and over again!
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egoBorderOct 23, 2021
No amount of "visually stunning" can save this movie from the dour, unpleasant reality it inhabits. Instead of a breathtaking introduction to Frank Herbert's world, it's a depressing by-the-numbers tale of the Chosen One. Slightly betterNo amount of "visually stunning" can save this movie from the dour, unpleasant reality it inhabits. Instead of a breathtaking introduction to Frank Herbert's world, it's a depressing by-the-numbers tale of the Chosen One. Slightly better than Lynch's 1984 attempt, but surprisingly not by much.… Expand
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umaumaiOct 22, 2021
This movie has its issues, but they are few and forgivable. Some familiar parts of the story are left barely touched and that’s okay. I enjoyed watching this for the most part. Most of that enjoyment comes from the actors carying the movie asThis movie has its issues, but they are few and forgivable. Some familiar parts of the story are left barely touched and that’s okay. I enjoyed watching this for the most part. Most of that enjoyment comes from the actors carying the movie as every single one embodies their respective roles. There are artistic liberties taken of course, but most feel like they enhance the movie similar to the way that the books are by integrating real wold religious practices and deep ideology. One thing I would warn people about going into viewing it is that it should have been called “Dune: Where Everyone Is Almost Whispering And It’s Hard to Hear A Lot Of What Is Said, But It Doesn’t Matter Because You’ll Get The Gist Of It.” All the a-holes telling me that I needed to go see this in the theater can eat an elephant scrotum because it would have driven me crazy to not have subtitles for a lot of this film without the whispering issue. Another issue I have is that in all of the years of promotional material for this movie not once have I seen reference to the subtitle that comes up at the brief title screen as - “DUNE: PART ONE.” Without that information I would have been very upset with how the movie ends. I like the design of the film, but the pacing and the overall flow is just too slow for my taste. As tense as this movie can get the music is a bit much at times. While the overall score is not bad, it stands out in a big way. A few cues made me laugh out loud as they “mickey mouse” hit and were way too much for even the people watching with me. I don’t think that the work was taken too seriously or that it’s one of those films that “insists on its self,” but for now it just has too much to live up to from previous entries. Even some of the visual effects of the ships looked a little weak here and there. It’s unfortunate, but I found myself checking off the things that had and were to happen instead of enjoying what was being presented as I enjoy the above mentioned previous entries. I’ll definitely give this another viewing, technically a third as I watched it twice already, and I’ll look forward to the next installment. I know the books are HEAVY with detail, I just hope that they chose to do more within the scope of the story instead of drawing out the films runtime with a narrative film style relying on slow motion bravado and too much flash forward inane imagery. Fans of the book should give it a watch and Sci-Fi fans in general will get likely enjoy this first entry from Denis Villeneuve.… Expand
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Endercraft124Oct 22, 2021
A beautifully crafted movie with amazing performances, cinematography and sceneries. I had extremely high hopes for this movie and it has not disappointed me. I already went twice to the theaters to see it and I am planning to see it a third time.
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theredskyOct 31, 2021
Denis Villeneuve creates another banger. This isn’t my favorite of his films but it’s still fantastic. My main issue with it though is that it is on the slower side and there is an emphasis on set up here but with the knowledge that it’s setDenis Villeneuve creates another banger. This isn’t my favorite of his films but it’s still fantastic. My main issue with it though is that it is on the slower side and there is an emphasis on set up here but with the knowledge that it’s set up similarly to the Lord of the Rings films then it wasn’t something I took a major issue with. Even if it’s a lot of set up, it’s an engaging and investing set up. Besides a couple of scenes, I was fully engaged with the story and characters throughout. On a pure technical level, this film is masterful. The visual effects are off the charts. All of the ships, locations, and animals feel incredibly realistic and whimsical. The cinematography is fantastic. I prefer the cinematography in Blade Runner 2049 but it was still amazing here. Every shot looks incredible with how it’s lit or the framing. The performances were pretty great. I wouldn’t say this is the best performance from these actors with the exception of Jason Mamoa and Rebecca Ferguson. Both of them do a great job and I’m excited to see what else they can do. Hans Zimmer once again puts out another banger score. This is easily the better between this and No Time To Die but both are still great. The character work definitely helps the set up feel engaging. We don’t get a lot of exposition dumps about our characters but we are shown how they act and it’s great. I wouldn’t put this at the top of a Villeneuve ranking but it’s up there and I can’t wait for the sequel. Definitely check this film out when you can. It’s worth the price of admission.… Expand
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trifuntloNov 17, 2021
It feels like Avengers. Im just disapointed how something that has so much great potential as Herberts book has to be downgraded into a merch-selling disney crap. But seeing that in a theater i was surronded with 8 year olds and “netflixers”It feels like Avengers. Im just disapointed how something that has so much great potential as Herberts book has to be downgraded into a merch-selling disney crap. But seeing that in a theater i was surronded with 8 year olds and “netflixers” i couldnt expect better. Dont believe the hype and stick to the real things guys.… Expand
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FreskyNov 1, 2021
sci-fi fan here, we have been starving for some great sci-fi and here it is finally, cant wait for the next one. Read the books so knew the story but its an utterly amazing adaptation. With Arrival and Dune Villeneuve must now be amongst thesci-fi fan here, we have been starving for some great sci-fi and here it is finally, cant wait for the next one. Read the books so knew the story but its an utterly amazing adaptation. With Arrival and Dune Villeneuve must now be amongst the top directors working in Hollywood.… Expand
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PotterheadGleekOct 24, 2021
Villenueve's Dune gives a proper adaptation of the first book. With a great ensemble cast and a great soundtrack, "Dune" could be one of the best films of this year. It's great to see a sci-fi film, that shows more of the politics, religiousVillenueve's Dune gives a proper adaptation of the first book. With a great ensemble cast and a great soundtrack, "Dune" could be one of the best films of this year. It's great to see a sci-fi film, that shows more of the politics, religious part of the book, rather than the fight scenes.… Expand
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scottscreen5Oct 24, 2021
Breathtaking is a word that describes Dune: Part One perfectly well.

It's just a breathtaking, beautiful movie from start to finish. Incredible screenplay, cast, cinematography, production design, VFX, stunts, costumes, sound, direction andBreathtaking is a word that describes Dune: Part One perfectly well.

It's just a breathtaking, beautiful movie from start to finish. Incredible screenplay, cast, cinematography, production design, VFX, stunts, costumes, sound, direction and score. Once again Hans Zimmer has created an immersive soundtrack that sucks you into the mesmerising world of Dune... it's the perfect accompaniment to Denis Villeneuve's masterfully created motion picture.

The final "This is only the beginning" scene will have you leave the cinema full of awe and wonder, completely satisfied and wanting for a sequel. Days later and I'm still reflecting on the marvel that is Dune: Part One.

Desert Power indeed!… Expand
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JonnyMackNov 12, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Take game of thrones, add in a dash of gritty star wars and you have Dune.
almost an hour and half of boring waffle, politics and house of blah blah. If you manage to stay awake the film does pick up. Some nice action pieces...but one query, why with all this amazing interstellar tech, lasers, rockets and bombs does all the boots on the ground have to fight with swords and knives?
Why are most worlds like ancient egypt, but with some advanced holographic tech? A strange mish mash, and to be fair, probably most like what Earths future will be one the climate changes really take control.
I wanted to like this, but i didnt. As a standalone piece it's not very good. It looks stunning. It truly feels epic, but by god it is boring until it does eventually get going....and then it just ends....
So this is a two parter, and i do think the second part will make this film complete and it has the potential to be a masterpiece when whole. But you have to review a movie as a standalone. And with that Dune certainly is lacking despite its intentions. That said, bring on the sequel.… Expand
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roooooooooNov 17, 2021
People are insane in calling this not a 10. I've seen the movie 4 times, I've read up to where the movie ends in the book and dude... the movie is pretty loyal to the book.
some of the internal monologue is missing but it's mostly thePeople are insane in calling this not a 10. I've seen the movie 4 times, I've read up to where the movie ends in the book and dude... the movie is pretty loyal to the book.
some of the internal monologue is missing but it's mostly the anime-ie exposition kinda stuff. Some people complained that some of the characters felt underdeveloped- Duncan Idaho in particular- and like... dude. he's the same kinda underdeveloped in the book too. The movie is beautiful. People who are mad at it are the kinda people who like to be told things rather than shown things. which is valid. some of the internal monologue is missing. it didn't really bother me or affect the story of the movie.… Expand
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jmdollisonOct 29, 2021
This is an EASY 10/10. I never read the book and admittedly didn't get into the first movie, so I came into the movie with a clean slate and reasonably low expectations. The trailer interested me, and the movie blew me away! The scale,This is an EASY 10/10. I never read the book and admittedly didn't get into the first movie, so I came into the movie with a clean slate and reasonably low expectations. The trailer interested me, and the movie blew me away! The scale, story, character development... all top notch. I didn't want it to end even after the long run time. I need more Dune! Great movie and worth watching on the big screen.… Expand
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fatihqibritOct 22, 2021
Great movie, very epic. Great cinematography. Great musics. Great story telling. Great casting. Everything was perfect. Probably the Best movie in 2021. Timothee Chalamet was gorgeous as always.
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Ange5205Nov 7, 2021
Una carta de amor al cine, es lo que Denis Villenue siempre logra, recomendada!
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LuisYoussefOct 27, 2021
A very powerfull adaptation of a book that was, until then, considered impossible to adapt. It has a slow pace, but I don't think it could be another way. The picture and sound are outstanding. Trully a masterpiece.
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N1ceDreamsDec 13, 2021
I rarely waste my time here rating. But this movie is awful. The old David Lynch movie blows this crap out of the water. A movie being slow isn't always a bad thing. But this movie was boring from start to finish. You'd think a movie soI rarely waste my time here rating. But this movie is awful. The old David Lynch movie blows this crap out of the water. A movie being slow isn't always a bad thing. But this movie was boring from start to finish. You'd think a movie so heavily based with CGI would have interesting visuals... It's doesn't. Exteriors boring, interiors boring and the costumes are boring. There's nothing to like in this movie. The acting, the dialog it's all so bland. I've no idea why this movie is being highly rated. The movie talks of nothing about the Dune universe. Literally nothing. It's an awful adaption of the book and it's world.… Expand
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Toasterx97Oct 24, 2021
I really enjoyed the film, though the pacing can be somewhat stifled in certain places. The whole thing as a unit is a massive sci fi epic, though it is notable that it feels like a first entry. Denis Villeneuve continues to produce the mostI really enjoyed the film, though the pacing can be somewhat stifled in certain places. The whole thing as a unit is a massive sci fi epic, though it is notable that it feels like a first entry. Denis Villeneuve continues to produce the most incredible visual compositions, I would watch this movie with no sound and it would still hold my attention. On the other hand, the pacing can trip some of us up and I don't begrudge anyone who felt the film to be too long or too much overall. Personally I feel it was an incredible kick off to what hopefully develops into a multi phase franchise. The film does a great job of 'show don't tell' gone are the days of voiceover by the bene geserit explaining the whole landscape. Overall the film felt like the first episode of something greater, and as good writing always should, It left me wanting more!… Expand
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LadyMisimaOct 22, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie is a perfect parallel to Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring. I had a conversation with someone months ago when talking about how Denis Villeneuve was making this adaptation. My cousin, a film buff, was interested in the film and asked me my opinion. I told her that it would be interesting to see how it comes out because the book is famous for being dense and notoriously difficult to adapt. Every attempt at turning this book I to a film or series has been an objective failure. But this is a director that made a non linear short story into a masterpiece film in Arrival. (I consider it one of the best made films of all time.) I said that LOTR was exactly the same and it took a genius to make this a good film. Just as predicted, Dune was a lot like Fellowship of the Ring. Well done, very labored by necessity for world building, somewhat hard to get into, but a foundation for a very good story to be told. I don't think everyone will like it but it's just like LOTR in that it's a very serious attempt at an overly serious story.

It takes about 50 minutes to get good and the visuals are required to carry the film too much, but even still the major pieces are all solid. The acting is good. Direction, music. All good. It just is not the best writing for a screenplay, where it is for a book much like LOTR. But like Fellowship it was better than expected while still being something you may not want to ever watch again. It likewise is a setup for another film (or more( that will likely be even better.

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The major issue with the film is that we have another muffled story of a space Jesus type with 'magic' powers being forced to stop an evil empire with violence and prophecy. All the time themes of anti-capitalism and anti-colonialism coming in heavy handed and slightly muddled with the good guys thinly suggesting that the real prize is the strength of the natives, called desert power in this film. It makes your eyes roll a little every time they say this. It does, however, feel like when W. Claimed that freedom for Iraqis was the reason America invaded Iraq, though the movie did suggest that they were trying to gain power for political reasons. The movie might have felt more relevant 15 years ago.

The movie is beautiful and if you don't use your brain too much while watching the film you should get drawn in eventually. But the film uses about 50 minutes on world building and exposition before anything truly interesting happens.

It feels like extra melodramatic Star Wars with an Arrival esthetic which is okay by me. But it lacks humor and that may be enough to turn people off. I would recommend the film but suggest that you come in with light expectations. Who knows if this is a good first chapter in a great series or if it's just a good adaptation for an incredibly difficult book to translate.… Expand
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AnthonycarrenoOct 22, 2021
Amazing movie, stunning visuals, great cinematography, story is on point and the characters are well thought out and overall it’s a magnetic, explosive, everything you want in a movie type of movie.
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TustardOct 22, 2021
perfect. Sickest movie I have seen in an eternity. House Atreides!!! Desert Power!
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skruttOct 23, 2021
Finally a fun blockbuster!! Incredible set- and costume design. Incredible sound and music. I went to the movies with little expectation and no prior knowledge about the literary work that preceded the film. I think the movie works reallyFinally a fun blockbuster!! Incredible set- and costume design. Incredible sound and music. I went to the movies with little expectation and no prior knowledge about the literary work that preceded the film. I think the movie works really well as something that presents a completely new and breathtakingly beautiful and dangerous world. The very scale and immersion is where it really stands out. With heavier focus on art direction and design, rather than cgi, I felt almost nostalgic for a time where blockbuster movies really felt like they wanted you to believe in the rules of a new fantasy.… Expand
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Th3oryOct 23, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Loved this movie, so much more detail than the 1984 dune movie. Dune 2021 elaborates more on the points that was missed with every move prior to this. A lot of people will complain about how the ‘84 was able to complete the whole movie in one run but it was messy and a flop. Dune 2021 stops at a fantastic point it keeps the audience wanting more. For True Dune fans we all know part 2 is going to be legendary , just like with any great roller coster you need to build your way up to the top it’s still exciting during the process but that drop is doing to knock your socks off.… Expand
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jplesko97Oct 26, 2021
Epic, immersive, stunning, cinematic, spectacular. Dune transports you to the world of the Bene Gesserit, Arrakis, and galactic nobility. The cinematography, the score, the production design, the sound, the acting, everything delivers. I'mEpic, immersive, stunning, cinematic, spectacular. Dune transports you to the world of the Bene Gesserit, Arrakis, and galactic nobility. The cinematography, the score, the production design, the sound, the acting, everything delivers. I'm impressed by the ambition and success of this film, and I cannot rave enough. Highly recommend! Try to see it on the big screen if you can… Expand
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luc4ssilvaOct 25, 2021
Bem feito mas esperava um final ooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo
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Jp2017Oct 23, 2021
So bad and boring never read the books now I don’t care too. Harry Potter and the lord of the rings are still the best books adapted to screen.
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