Dune: Part Two Review

[@brandonnezamoodeen]

DUDE, I can’t even fathom what I just witnessed with this movie yesterday. Truly one of the greatest films I’ve ever seen. This is a new bar for Sci-Fi storytelling.

[@701delbronx8]

Ok fanboy

[@markpdx]

I am hyped. If I really love it, I'll watch it at least 3 times in the theaters.

[@officerricky3230]

I loved the first one but a lot of people complained that nothing really happens. How does that compare to the second one ?

[@dustyblanco1546]

@@officerricky3230def doesn’t have that problem. Saw it last night in imax.

[@Amaking10000]

After watching this movie last night, it reminds me of Prophet Muhammad's life. And what is happening in Palestine.

[@ackerion2830]

Saw it yesterday, I have one word for Dune Part 2: Biblical

[@isaaclopez-eb6yg]

Great one word description

[@robertgerrity878]

Been waiting 60 years -- 60 years - for this.

[@Brahmus3001]

My theater showed both parts back to back. I was overwhelmed by the end and walked out feeling very small. What an experience.

[@zenmachina6735]

So lucky, I want a back to back imax showing really bad...

[@nnnickkk]

I legit cried during this film because I didn't think what I saw could ever be possible in my lifetime. Dune Part Deux set the freaking bar. Shai halud set the bar.

[@XavierLignieres]

Saw it at an advanced screening last night and YES the reviews are not exaggerating this is 100% a MONUMENT of film making , It took me hours to process what I had just seen it truly felt like I had just seen a MASTERPIECE , A feeling I have not had since seeing Return of the King with my dad aged 11 years old. I do not see ANY other film this year getting anywhere near touching this film , Best Picture 2025 incoming !!!

[@juandesalgado]

I've said it before, and I'll say it again: I can't wait for Villeneuve's take on "Rendezvous with Rama". I feel I need to keep repeating it so that it really happens one day.

[@anapaulapoppi]

I've been thinking the same thing. It will be mindblowing.

[@benjamindover4337]

You feel the need to keep promoting the thing you are being paid to promote. Let's be real here.

[@juandesalgado]

@@benjamindover4337 Not everybody is part of your fantasy

[@hakeemperring2699]

I've read the book 5 times in my 33 years on this planet, when I saw Part 1 I was also gobsmacked (Londoner here). It was like they ripped what I saw in my head and threw it on a screen. I'm so so excited for this film, already have a couple of viewings booked.

[@bradmenpes809]

For me, Dune II is the most incredible cinematic experience I've had since LotR: The Return of the King. If Dune II does not win every category it is nominated for at the next Academy Awards (and it should be nominated for about 15), then the Oscars truly are irrelevent.

[@edward_the_bruce]

Same. Amazingly well done.

[@chrislo2007]

The Oscars are irrelevant anyways but this movie winning Oscar for Best Picture would be a joke. Part 2's never really win Oscars (Two Towers didn't win) and it's nowhere near the level of LOTR in terms of story telling.

[@hvitekristesdod]

Launch a holy war of hype against the critics and academy. Lead them to paradise

[@marianotrix7377]

The silence I witnessed in the theater during the final fight was an indicator that people were really connected to this movie.

[@Tvanon]

I watched it yesterday, and if I was in the theater alone I would have screamed LISAN AL-GAIB along with the freman. Timothee was that good.

[@nicbell8090]

be careful with that fervor…

[@ScefingScyld]

It's genuinely refreshing to finally hear from people who know what they're talking about. Thanks guys!

[@JamesVideoCollection]

These two guys expressed exactly how I felt after watching it. Dune 2 is pure cinema.

[@pardeeplace4480]

More like pure Holly wood cash grab. The producers didn't have the guts to be faithful to the book. The book is way gnarlier, they were afraid people wouldn't be able to handle it so they eliminated the more shocking elements. It was seriously watered down and made into a typical Marvel superhero movie. Ugh

[@adambazso9207]

​​@@pardeeplace4480Of course, nobody could be completely faithful to the books. As a big Hollywood-production it was better than the first part and better than a lot of recent sci-fi-fantasy-films. That's of course due to the quality of the source-material, but besides some shortcomings (for example some anti-climactic fight-scenes at the end) it was very engaging, thrilling and didn't feel like 2 hours 40 minutes.

[@jdub910]

I loved Zendaya in this movie. Her and Timothy's chemistry was so great

[@brothersclash3088]

The speech he gave was crazy

[@jhinckle90]

Brother it made me want to become a freman and fight for paradise

[@brothersclash3088]

@jhinckle90 that's exactly what I felt, I was ready for war.

[@joshmolinari4873]

Should we just give the 2024 Best Picture Oscar to Dune: Part Two now or later? So freaking good

[@isaaclopez-eb6yg]

I cannot stress enough how cinematic this film is especially in the 3rd act

[@boean]

I thought Timothee had beefed up or grown some inches between films. He didn’t. He just embodied this power and drive by the end of the movie, his presence took up more space.

[@KnightSabers]

I’m a Dune book purist. I loved the changes honestly. This film easily surpasses anything I’ve ever seen on film. ANYTHING!!!

[@lexerdaniel4843]

It’s better than the book, and I know how crazy that sounds.

[@grimshat]

Kept me on my toes. Nice to have new things.

[@grim_2000]

You prefer the completely different Chani & her story here?

[@KnightSabers]

@@grim_2000 yeah, why not? Let’s face it, there was always going to be changes adapting Dune from book to film. It to me seems interesting and leaves me wondering where they go with it next. Changes that Denis made seems super interesting to me, from Chani to Alia. I went into this film expecting some changes for sure. I’m not sure why people expect an adaption to film page for page, when has this ever been done in the history of movie making?

[@KnightSabers]

@@grim_2000 to say that I “prefer” the changes would be wrong, I will always have the book. I just think that the changes made for this film works really well. As long as Chani doesn’t lead the Fremen uprising against Paul, I think we are good.

[@funtechu]

Saw it tonight and it's a masterpiece. As a fan of the books, I agree that the changes that were made for this film worked well, and in particular the character journey that they have Chani on works great, and will provide a more natural transition to Chani from the later books.

[@krandletie1054]

My 16 year old daughter loves cinema. She and I saw it yesterday and were both stunned. I told her this movie gave me the same feelings I had coming out of seeing Empire Strikes back as an 8 year old in 1980.

[@jasminegold6890]

It just changed my life. When I watched certain scenes I stopped breathing it was so intense and amazing

[@Tombcfc860]

I had goosebumps for the entire 3 hours. Incredible film.

[@kellymoses8566]

So many epic scenes

[@Can0nn0naC]

Teared up a bit when John said this is one of those movies that reminds you why you fell in love with movies. Couldn’t agree more.

[@myzeromacadamia9705]

I've never enjoyed a sci-fi movie this much since Star Trek (2009) And haven't felt so emotional about sequel since The Two Towers. Dune: Part Two is a cinematic masterpiece

[@robertdouble559]

Nah. It's bland.

[@ChaosEffect_]

Just got out of seeing it in Imax and I can’t put into words what I just witnessed. This has easily jumped into my top 5 favorite movies ever made!

[@sachinaraszkiewicz785]

This comment section is insane, with all the "Nah, it was meh." or "Denis failed Dune fans" comments. Like... I've no idea what to tell you. Personally, I am not a "fan" of the books... I am a book-Dune fanatic, to the point of having read EVERY translation to my mothertongue, along with the original multiple times. This book led me to choose my first university path (sociology of religion). When I had panic attacks as a teenager, I used to recite the litany against fear. From the bottom of my heart, this movie is almost perfect. Did it cut out plot threads I love? Sure. Quite a lot, actually. There is no other way to adapt a book of this density without making a full-blown series with an astronomical budget. So the creators made trade-offs: we do not see Thufir plotting as prisoner of the Harkonnen, but we DO spend time (unlike in the books) living wih the Fremen, with their tensts, banter, coffee sets and all. We see them actually fight against technologically-superior troops. Did it change the role of Chani? Yes, a lot. And with good reasons to do so. Did Stilgar crack jokes in the books? No. But we've heard Paul lament losing a friend as he became a worshipper. Here, on screen, we could SEE this friendship. And my god did Javier Bardem deliver the perfect balance of human-heartedness and fanaticism! It was not Denis Villeneuve's job to translate the books exactly 1:1, ever scene, every dialogue. To think otherwise is brain-dead. Instead, what we got was the true story and magic of my most beloved book translated into the language of a movie. And I could not be more happy about it. I'm gonna see it a couple of times more while it runs on the big screen.

[@adambazso9207]

I agree wholeheartedly! I almost never wanted to see a film more than once in the cinema, but this film is an exception. It's not perfect, because that's not possible, but consistent and engaging. 😊

[@zenmachina6735]

Well said man.

[@Maverick6629]

I bought Dune: Part Two in 4K UHD Blu-ray, and I watched it 3 times. 2 times in theaters. IMAX and Dolby. I love this movie.

[@reyalexandro]

This was one of the best films ive ever seen. The mystery. The music. The action. The acting. Brilliant. And the next day i couldnt stop thinking about the hidden messages and central themes... family.. religions.. etc.

[@lizzie1721]

I was not prepared for what I just saw. Dune pt 2 is one of the best movies ever made. That movie was incredible.

[@brentulstad3275]

The moment of the close up on Paul's ankle as his foot finds it's steady placement then allowing him to confidently stand up . . . the Hans Zimmer Dune Theme hits for the first time in part 2, then the cut to the Fremen's shock & passionate awe of applause as they cheer on his unbelievably exciting achievement . . . . Confident & successful control in riding the biggest Sandworm they've ever witnessed. THAT IS A NEW HIGH IN CINEMATIC GLORY!

[@aserr5660]

What a cinematic experience. So visceral and visual. I was engrossed and transported to another world. For how zanny the lore gets, the cinematography is so grounded it felt like a realistic setting.

[@culturalhouse2643]

He’s correct about pacing of the movie. The movie was 3 hours long but I was so immersed in it and the pacing/editing of the movie was so perfect that it did not feel like 3 hours. Perfect pacing.

[@kellymoses8566]

I would have liked 3 more hours

[@adambazso9207]

I felt the same.

[@akhiltrc9708]

Denis V and Alex Garland, modern Sci-Fi masters. We cannot disregard Garland just bcs Denis made the definitive Sci-Fi blockbusters. He is a master in his own right. His movies are on a much smaller scale, but he's as great as Denis is at helming Sci-Fi stories.

[@DDR131]

Nope He is nowhere near Denis Villeneuve. He hasn't done at least a good indie film. Neither is Zack Synder. If you cannot master smaller films you cannot master bigger films. It is as simple as that.

[@shatendraseethiah2217]

I love Dune: Messiah. The main reason why I adore the entire Dune series is because it doesn't go in the obvious direction

[@Directorkey718]

I don't normally watch this kind of KZbin content but it's bringing me so much joy to see some grown men sitting around and sharing their enthusiasm for DUNE. Also love that one of you name-dropped Antonioni and art-house cinema. Wonderful!

[@adambazso9207]

When the Harkonnen soldiers started to levitate up to the peak at the beginning it surprised me and was very interesting and awe-inspiring, that's for sure.

[@CharlessMovieChannel]

Words will never truly be able to express my admiration feelings that I felt leaving the theater last night after seeing Dune Part Two. To even call it Masterpiece feels to simplistic. This is truly why we go to the Movies. Many Filmmakers are asked "Why did you decide to make movies? What got you into Cinema?" There will be someone one day(a kid now) who will say "Dune Part Two". Denis conquered his White Whale. This was a true masterclass of filmmaking.

[@thesarth0nator]

This was one of the best theater experiences I ever had

[@mattboesch8907]

That throne room scene was the first time as well I have heard all of the audience gasp at one particular scene.

[@jahirhernandez2580]

Look I have never heard of dune before but let me TELL YOU! This movie is probably in my top 5 movies of all time. It had everything you want a movie to have.

[@ahmorgan]

I loved the scenes on Giedi Prime and the fight scene between Timothy Chalamet and Austin Butler was amazing. The speed and ferocity they were fighting with was intense in a way not seen in a long time.

[@LoganScottY]

This soon to be trilogy of movies respects the audience so much. If you didn't like either of the films, that's totally okay. You're not a moron, it just didn't click for you and that's fair, but as far as I'm concerned for me Part 2 was an unforgettable experience in the cinema. I feel so lucky to be alive to experience these movies. Bring on Part 3!!

[@abelito45]

I just came out from this movie. I have to say that your review of this movie is 100% accurate

[@VirtuousContract]

I watched it Saturday and I truly felt like I was living in this world it’s Tuesday morning and I can’t get this movie out of my head lol

[@joser1853]

Dune 2 is a masterpiece. 10/10. It's honestly one of the best movies I've ever seen. Can't wait to go back to the theater this weekend.

[@UlfMTG]

14:33 I'm one of those book purists, so it's crazy to say this, but I think NOT ONLY did Denis only make good changes, I think those changes actually make the story as a whole better. For example, Chani being a counter-force to Paul just serves to drive home his differences after he drinks the water of life (he's totally on her side before, afterwards... he realizes he doesn't have a choice but to betray her and the fremen) she protests so much so it's really clear to everyone that this isn't a savior story, it's a story about a people being used by leaders, power, and religion. Denis really captured what Frank wanted to say.

[@admirallightningbolt]

I know that’s what the moral of the story was but I came out of the movie wishing there was a holy war I could join lmao

[@KnightSabers]

Book purist here too. I agree with your assessment. There were always going to be changes from book to screen no matter what is being adapted. People are always surprised by this for some reason. The question is, do the changes work for what is presented without completely betraying the source material. With that said, Denis made changes that were pretty amazing overall and leaves even a Dune book nerd like myself wondering what’s next.

[@cosmicneurons1311]

Ray Ora's point is so good. Such a powerful part that easily signifies the magnitude and importance of what is happening and the themes it is exploring. Its slightly uncanny, but believable and intense. The movie makes you feel what it wants you to feel.

[@factoryofdivisiveopinions]

Arrival and Blde Runner 2049 are 2 of my favorite scifi movies. Now, the director of those 2 is making this. Im so excited.

[@sabbasarishvili6677]

Speech scene made me feel things I have never felt before. 10/10 , instant classic, an absolute masterpiece 😢❤

[@hernanialves6938]

Dune is the perfect example of: Being requested to direct a movie VS requesting to direct a movie. Denis Villeneuve only directs movies that he wants to direct and presents that to studios!

[@Vromano7204]

I am now in the belief that Chalamet, Zendaya, Butler, Pugh, and Taylor Joy are the 5 future major stars of Hollywood that will be huge and relevant for the next 20 or so years. I think the only other 2 people that can join that list are Jenna Ortega(who’s already on it) and Glen Powell(who I need to see a little more of Twisters may seal it for me). Maybe Tom Holland if he picks better projects and shows off his chops. But these current 5 are the future of young stars in Hollywood for the foreseeable future

[@ArchThaBoss]

Robs excitement and this enthusiasm for this movie gives me goosebumps lol. God I cannot wait to see it!

[@tedbed1389]

Did anyone notice the mirror/distortion of images between Paul's visions and reality? For example: the scene from his vision, from part one, where he slices up the imperial soldiers strikes a pose and his helmet comes off, It's Chani who does that in part two. Or the scene where he gives her a long gaze. I think they tried to make that shot mirror his first vision of Arakis (Chani looking at him).

[@zenmachina6735]

Yes, that's because he see multiple possible futures, that aren't exactly set in stone. The movie does an awesome job at showing this with the mix matching of his visions and reality.

[@jackwitcombe765]

Just got out of the film here in Australia. I am speechless of what I just saw, simply breathtaking. This will be talked about for years and years to come.

[@Drewgantka_97]

Dune part 2 is this generation’s “Empire strikes back”. The potential trilogy as a whole could be considered this generation’s LOTR if it concludes on a high note. It’s that good in my opinion.

[@CuBisTictv]

I cried at the end of dune part 2 😂

[@CuBisTictv]

And I’m proud of it

[@davidrosas2127]

I’m so sad that I’m hearing people say Denis Villneuves “might be the best sci-fi director ever” when he is the best director working right now. Period. No genre. People are forgetting Sicario, Enemy, Prisoner and Incendies. He hasn’t missed once.

[@f8talfury]

Definitely. Him and Nolan are our generations Spielberg, Ridley Scott - when they were at their prime.

[@SideshowBob44]

And Arrival :)

[@Alive4ife]

I hate to admit but damn Dune 2 is freaking awesome.

[@EamonKelly]

Why do you hate to admit it?

[@Alive4ife]

@@EamonKelly cause acting shouldn't be that freaking good in this day and age... I goy used to watching crap...lol

[@bryanyoung9966]

It’s funny how I was most looking forward to this review just to see Robert Meyer Burnett geek out and I was not disappointed!!

[@TerryBrand-f7d]

DUNE: PART TWO is a Magnificent Masterpiece for the Ages!

[@JezzaBondiBeach]

Just WOW 🤯 Never thought since LOTR that we would get cinema like this again… I was wrong. Dune 2 is a masterpiece. Unfortunately has made me accept what people have been saying… how far Star Wars has fallen since the original trilogy, under Disney it could never make me feel like this !

[@PaulMaudDib2677]

Paul Maud Dib ❤

[@Amaking10000]

Star Wars can't even come close to this masterpiece film.

[@JezzaBondiBeach]

@@Amaking10000 unfortunately I completely agree !

[@mhlkta8516]

Star Wars is kid stuff compared to this.

[@JezzaBondiBeach]

@@mhlkta8516 agreed mate

[@lilymack4028]

Yes to all of you said. DV did some very "out there" things to make this. 1.) Wanting it to "feel" alien, he actually invented new musical instruments. 2.) His throat singing was also a new kind. The dude he hired took Tibetan throat singing & expanded it to a new kind of throat singing. (First heard in the opening black screen Power is spice..." Have seen it 4 times, so far. (Am I developing a problem?). Will look for your expanded review of Dune II...

[@mickfromaustralia2680]

I love Robs passion, he is such a legend!! This reminds me of walking out of a cinema after seeing The Matrix or Brave Heart for the first time. Those 2 movies blew me away.

[@MandosCulture]

Watching Dune 2 felt special, definitely one of the greatest movies and entertainment products ever created.

[@fj6648]

Shout out to Robert for mentioning Rendezvous with Rama. Can’t wait for that movie.

[@Cabal97]

Honestly, the Matrix gave me that vibe after the 1st one...then we know the wheels fell off. Then LOTR, now DUNE has taken the football and ran with it.

[@thewbtt]

I saw it yesterday in my home country of Trinidad. Easily one of top 5 favourite movies of all time!

[@davepage6428]

What I loved about this is that action does not take precedence over the narrative. Any other action film would have the last 45 minutes being just action, here though you get about 10 minutes of action ie battle scenes, then back to plot at a human scale with the throne room scene. Brilliant.

[@amtrmedia]

Give Him MASS EFFECT

[@bingandrew3266]

After 4 years of Mavel trash, this film is even more amazing. IMAX full and not one went to toilet. In fact, people were silent and no one got up til end of credit when light came on! That's how good this is!

[@manuelgasse]

I don’t remember seeing comments this great about a movie.

[@BigShowEntertainmentNetworkBEN]

It is one of the greatest movies ever made and the best sequel of all time. It was absolutely SPECTACULAR!

[@shotsofkennessy]

Just watched it. SPEECHLESS AND A MASTERPIECE

[@jcru40]

These guys aren’t kidding movie is Amazing , and must be seen in imax or Dolby cinema . Even the sound was epic my reclining seats rumbled awesomely in the Dolby cinema

[@Oyimsbaba]

It’s really that simple. It’s just an unbelievable movie. I loved it!

[@aaaapee]

saw dune 2 late last nite and i honestly had to sit in the theatre for like 20 mins after the credits rolled and contemplate what i just watched ( one of those times where something was so good i had to collect my thoughts ) im going to see it again friday with my friend

[@apierre6]

Totally agree. I have Dune 2 right up there with Terminator 2 as the greatest sci-fi action films ever made. My only criticism is that they should have given awesome Butler more screen time. Feyd was such an awesome villain and I wish we saw more of him

[@alphaal1589]

Right Now that's only one of the very rare issues i can find about this movie... Just wanted a little bit more of screen time about him to build up more but i get it the movie was almost 3 hours long

[@eugenejohnson1627]

Dune 2 Is A Masterpiece!!! 10/10!!! My Out Of The Theater Brief Review. The Sound, The Cinematography, The Acting All Top Notch!!! If This Movie Was Released In Oct It Would Have Challenged Oppenheimer For Best Movie Of 2023. This Movie Best Godzilla Minus One And That Was My Favorite Movie Of 2023. The Movie Ending With Chanti's Face Broke My Heart!!!

[@alexanderclaylavin]

Gob smacked pretty well covers it, like Amy Adams after seeing the first heptapod in Arrival.

[@jbrady2511]

this movie truly is something special. lots of great scenes but you knew you were in for greatness just by the opening.

[@RonanThomas]

Just saw it in IMAX. Loved it. Would watch it again. 3 hours flew by. Can’t wait for the 3rd movie. I’ll be there.

[@big-fish1199]

If anything, they undersold this movie

[@MindToPage]

The war council scene was some prophetic dream or something I got goosebumps

[@perporiap9364]

I was questioning if Paul was not the right end of time prophet why he would get those visions

[@better-dayz-r-ahead]

OPPENHEIMER, ‘ENDGAME, AVATAR:THE WAY OF WATER, KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON and now DUNE 2. My weak bladder is always the one that suffers for these runtimes.

[@TheLazerOfficial]

LMAO

[@ps2progamer814]

Well you have to sacrifice for these long masterpieces

[@exio6241]

@gamer814 Avatar is good But not a masterpiece

[@TutesMcGutes]

Timothy’s performance made me want to rebel with them

[@Mahhhdeee]

Dune part 2 blew me away!!! I’ve been waiting for this film for YEARS and i finally saw it last night! I’m watching it again this Thursday LOL

[@nanceeleana]

It's an absolute shame and tragedy that Disney did not treat Star Wars like this. Star Wars ep.7, 8, and 9 where dumpster fires compared to the production of Dune, and I am a hardcore Star Wars fans.

[@BreMue]

Honestly

[@kellymoses8566]

Shame they hired the talentless hack JJ Abrams to make The Force Awakens. He did absolutely no coherent world building at all.

[@mlwmemphis]

The scene at beginning with the Harkonnans up the side of the mtn was cool af

[@bigkahuna3749]

I just saw it, and it was FANTASTIC! Better than 1st one to me, and must see it in TITAN LUXE .

[@T.T_18-p4y]

It totally makes sense. The second half of the book is insane.

[@simbathecomic]

Yeah boy! One of the best movies ever made

[@empyrean-jamelgreaves8034]

"You are not prepared for what is to come."

[@naofumiiwatani1763]

I wasnt a fan of this franchise. I watched part 1 on netflix and i find it cool and made me wanna see part 2. Then i watched part 2 in cinema yesterday. Here's what i can say. If you are hooked from the start and felt that u dont want the movie to end, then there's no doubt that the movie and the franchise just turned you into a fan! I cant wait for part 3. And yes, it is one of the best or perhaps the best sci fi movie i have ever seen. I wish today's star wars has this kind of writing and story telling.

[@adambazso9207]

But Star Wars never had this kind of depth unfortunately...otherwise the original movies and The Force Awakens were entertaining at the time they came out.

[@primalivtv4519]

@@adambazso9207it COULD though, that’s the shame

[@datdudeinred]

Watched it on 80ft imax laser dome screen with 9ft subwoofer & it was magnificent. The huge theater was shaking especially in those 9 scenes(yeah i have written them down 😂) with greatest bass I've ever experienced. & that's just bass. Everything else also was just dialed up to 11

[@nav689]

Watched it for the 4th time today. It gets better with each viewing tbh. Hope part 3 is made!

[@JanStrojil]

I’m seeing it tomorrow and just listening to you guys is making me emotional. I remember how happy I felt leaving the imax after seeing part one for the first time. I grew up with the books and I never thought I’d see the day it was made into proper movies. Can’t wait.

[@byronwilliams7977]

I loved your description of the movie guys. Keep it up!

[@neilcharran5314]

Amazing non-spoiler review!! Really liked the technical overview of moviemaking, the anecdote from the DP and the comparison to old school Hollywood spectacles. Wish you guys had gone on another half-hour. Was really enjoying the discussion. Thank you. Can’t wait to see it this weekend.

[@marciocouto3543]

My wet dream right now is Villeneuve directing Neuromancer.

[@Buran01]

Same but with Blindsight

[@DavidMorales-mn9wy]

Watched this at the 3AM showing in AMC Lincoln square. Easily the best movie of the year. One of the best experiences in a theater since Endgame 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽