The crew sits down to discuss Denis Villeneuve's Dune! We break down the story of the film by combining our unique interests. Jordan brings his love of dialogue and understanding of film. Joe brings his view of psychology and symbolism to the characters and ideas presented. Finally, Erich brings attention to the technical aspects of the film. Overall Dune, is sci-fi masterfully executed with depth at many levels; you'll find a place for you to enjoy the movie.
Plot Synopsis:
Paul Atreides, a brilliant and gifted young man born into a great destiny beyond his understanding, must travel to the most dangerous planet in the universe to ensure the future of his family and his people. As malevolent forces explode into conflict over the planet's exclusive supply of the most precious resource in existence, only those who can conquer their own fear will survive.
Brief Backstory:
Dune is based on the novel of the same name by Frank Herbert released in 1965. The novel was brought to film in 1984 but fell short of its mark due to the scope of ambition of the film. With this new adaptation, technology has caught up to the point we can bring aspects to the big screen that weren't possible technically prior to computer graphics.
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Show Notes:
(00:00) Intro
(00:45) Casting overlap with Denis Villeneuve
(02:24) No prior exposure to Dune
(04:10) Casting Choices
(06:50) Architecture Design
(09:14) Symbolism of Baron Vladimir
(12:32) Immersive Experience
(14:41) Bene Gesserit Test
(18:22) Frank Herbert's Influences
(19:36) The Women of Dune
(24:21) Duke Leto
(29:53) Familiar Universe But Feel Dangerous and Serious
(34:54) The Chosen One
(39:35) Arriving to Dune
(45: 12) Leto's Leadership
(47:56) Ornithopter or Dragonfly Vehicle
(50:07) The Sandworm First Appearance
(59:37) Why Archetypal Characters Work
(01:03:17) Paul's Reaction to the Spice
(01:08:39) Tension was missing before the ambush
(01:13:05) The Shield Breaking Effect
(01:15:53) Why don't they have guns anymore?
(01:18:38) Leto's Capture
(01:24:19) Jessica Caught Between Two Roles
(01:26:27) This is only part one
(01:31:03) Paul and Jessica Escaping
(01:37:06) Paul's Visions and Mentors
(01:43:21) Paul's Story
(01:47:15) Destiny
(01:51:43) Closing

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