'Dune: Part Two' Director Denis Villeneuve Breaks Down the Sandworm Scene | Vanity Fair

[@kasianyland3231]

“It sounds easy, but” No. That does not sound easy, but go on.

[@nikitalavrenov4375]

Nothing about making Dune sounds easy

[@valeaves]

@@nikitalavrenov4375Not even the sound sounds easy.

[@alexfragac]

he probably meant to convey something like “easier said than done”

[@LyrixNChill]

Geniuses always make me chuckle when they talk like this...

[@cory99998]

"You think it's hard, but its actually harder than your brain can fathom"

[@val.flowers]

I need a full director's cut, where he just sits and explains the whole movie to us like this. I could listen to an explanation of the whole film so happily.

[@HawkFest]

Yes!

[@KnarfStein]

🤓🍿🙌

[@Eddyspeeder]

That'd be a 15-hour masterclass. And I'd re-watch it in a heartbeat!

[@jovanap752]

I would pay for it too

[@DiCelloPiano]

awesome idea !

[@RasmusLodenius]

Did he forget he was doing a KZbin gig and gave us a whole master class instead? 🤩😍

[@CitizenScott]

Explanation is better than the scene tbh

[@AEO21Productions]

They asked a Master.. he skool’d it up 😎

[@yup9451]

Lmao yeah what a guy. I am so grateful for being a fan since Incendies and he keeps solidifying my love for movies every single time. We've been experiencing modern classics...

[@11energize]

The fact that Denis Villeneuve called the worm an Uber makes me infinitely happy

[@unicorn4031]

It reminded me of the scene later when the tribe and Lady Jessica are all riding the sand worm south. It made me laugh because they looked like they were crowded onto a train.🚅

[@hamthehottie]

@@unicorn4031 UberPool

[@sth128]

​@@unicorn4031think of the poor fremen who had to run to catch the worm while carrying lady Jessica in her carriage.

[@Mustakrakish1337]

I was just lost in thought after seeing part 2 and realized, that's technically true as he says haha

[@polinamisiats]

Its the Uber of future

[@ThePurpleSheep]

Villeneuve is by far one of the most attentive, caring, passionate and wonderfully sensitive directors I’ve ever seen. Every movie he makes shows this.

[@ZadeRecordz]

As an artist, I now view this attentive, caring nuance, as the standard

[@Truequalityedits]

I wish he directed a halo trilogy 😢

[@bbbbbb3734]

​@@TruequalityeditsYeah no

[@TheGoddon]

@@Truequalityedits Yeah, No.

[@fabianschmitz6587]

Not one of, THE!

[@yvngarmz5984]

22:28 To know that despite directing these back to back masterpieces, despite being THIS precise and careful. Villeneuve still has to "make peace" with his adaptations, really highlights his reverance of the source material. He's dedicated to capturing the imagination and it truly shows. A true legend

[@slimelove3493]

Seriously amen

[@Moneo_Atreides]

Bilal kaifa

[@Sugerglider69]

Yep was looking for this exact comment!❤❤❤

[@Smidgeon-pigeon]

He has such appreciation for other artists, and I really appreciate that. He clearly wants to make great art but doesn't seem hubristic.

[@Skyv111]

not enough reverence if they NEED to be made peace with..... because WHY would them NEED to? why are them NOT giving him PEACE? but instead he's needing to adapt to it?

[@nzarob8585]

12:31 “like he’s about to miss his Uber” love that Villeneuve can dish out humor so nonchalant, it’s reflective in the script where the humor elements don’t seem forced

[@StarPlatinum3000]

Same, I lol-ed at this part in the video and came down to the comments to see who else noticed it.

[@alesksander]

Paul would give 0/10 to Sai Hulud "dissatisfied with its service" LOL

[@dimwitted-fool]

Yuber

[@alexeyvishnyakov8132]

i was looking for that comment lol

[@Moneo_Atreides]

The djinn part definetely was

Even tough he created a masterpiece, his modesty and his compliments to his crew and the actors is so lovely.

[@morganburt2565]

it’s so cool, he understands he couldn’t do it without them. i’d be appreciative of them, too, if i were him! hearing abt the creativity and engineering that made this scene possible is mind blowing

[@swh212]

i can watch him go through each and every frame of the whole movie for hours...

[@tillscheller]

And this ladies and gentlemen, is the reason, why he does this kind of stuff in an absolutely outstanding fashion where 99% of other directors would have failed. When one sequence, that maybe takes 10-15 minutes in total, has more weight, meaning and cinematography than other movies in their entirety.

[@Ramekink]

The marker of a master

[@cheesecakelasagna]

Reminds me of EveryFrameAPainting's video essay on Jackie Chan! Specifically how different, and frankly lackluster, his Hollywood films compared to his locally made films where his vision and execution is not limited by other people.

[@LordOfNihil]

best scene in the whole movie.

[@Akaebr]

this comment.. exactly this. Villeneuve is a genius,

[@poindextertunes]

he’s brilliant

[@azathoth528]

I know this version of Chani compared to the book could've been a controversial decision but I really like that they turned her into a unique character and some sort of "the voice of reason" instead of her being just part of the entourage

[@jacoblehrer4198]

True--hearing his explanation, I'm less upset. xD

[@Thisthat1234]

She’s simply the character we the audience are suppose to relate and mirror

[@bond0815]

Yes. As a book fan I am more than happy with the changes. The changes help to clarify Frank Herberts Message and make Pauls choices much more poigniant. The perfect adaption.

[@brianm3160]

Same, I prefer this version

[@trhtkify]

could you give an example where she represented reason by quoting her? i honestly missed her impact on the crucial role she had of dissuading Pauls followers in to blindly following him by using her prior knowledge of Paul and his visions and his uncertainty and maybe his conflicting interests between the fremens and his original house of Atreites

[@neomohoto8861]

Things I LOVED about the movie 1. Austin Butler was phenomenal. 2. The scale of the movie is just beyond. 3. Loved Timothee in the last act. 4. Stilgar is so fun in the movie. 5. Zendaya’s expressive eyes 6. Obviously the incredible score

[@Dark_Aves]

Timothee had a powerful performance in the last act. "IM POINTING THE WAY!" gave me chills in the theater

[@neomohoto8861]

@@Dark_Aves “SILENCE”

[@GreenMarvelMonster]

@@Dark_Aves Do you shatter your knife before a fight!?

[@BlackVirtue]

I don't like Zendaya, don't know there's just something about her acting and character unappealing and immersion breaking.

[@bihurri]

​​@@BlackVirtuehas no leverage as an actress, no credible, terrible acting, like a grumpy grinch

[@oogiegoogie2826]

This guy understands immersion like no one else. To take something so fantastical and make it so believable is an achievement.

[@davepatois297]

"I knew that if this scene was a success, I would have a movie" such a great quote, so indicative of the passion, care and tremendous attention to detail Villeneuve has poured into this project to make it into such an incredible experience

[@sliceserve234]

And it is so true, every great movie needs at least one great scene. And this scene is probably one of the greatest scenes in the history of cinema.

[@antonego9581]

@@sliceserve234 and its not even the best scene in this movie. that would be Paul's speech proclaiming himself in the south

[@sliceserve234]

@@antonego9581 very incorrect, Paul's speech in the south was not the best scene, Paul riding the big worm was by FAR the best scene

[@matrog1009]

YES, really hope they release some kind of director commentary on Blu Ray. I could watch entire movie with him discussing.

[@MastatmastaT]

yes, me too!

[@jorgeabraham3414]

please do this

[@nayastah1439]

I hope they release it in IMAX format

[@KnarfStein]

I just ordered The Art and Soul of Dune: Part Two on Amazon several days ago. I'm already salivating over its arrival!

[@crzyprplmnky]

I ordered too!! So excited. My book 1 art book arrived and it's got such interesting commentary. I liked pt. 2 even better ❤​@@KnarfStein

[@douglasmodesto168]

The way he praises every single person that worked with him when he mentions them is pretty wholesome

[@FabledGentleman]

As I am writing this, Dune Part two is passing $500.000.000 at the global box office. Congratulations Denis, keep making great films. 👍👍

[@waltuhgoodman3427]

Nah bruv, $494 million

[@PieterBreda]

Great news. That mean studios will finance him for other great SF movies.

[@JamesL42]

@@waltuhgoodman3427 🤓

[@hqelias]

@@waltuhgoodman3427are you acoustic

[@grisok048]

Am I the only one who thinks that 500m$ for such film is extremely low?

[@bjorkyorke]

seeing this scene on a much smaller screen, on phone speakers made me realise how much I appreciate the cinema experience

[@iamjeramy]

hearing it through my headphones made me realize how much i missed at the cinema!

[@seitan6664]

This should be considered a war crime..

[@b33thr33kay]

Hearing it with my earbuds made me realize that cinemas are waaaay too loud nowadays. I recommend concert ear plugs. Also, being able to go back and rewatch a moment is great.

[@Carlit0s.]

I can think of no better person to direct these movies. Dune Messiah is about to give us our own LOTR level movie trilogy

[@sibidinakaran4757]

oop

[@treytison1444]

​@@sibidinakaran4757I don't think you've read Dune Messiah if you think this lol.

[@ShifuCareaga]

I have grave concerns based on Dune Part 2, the treatment of the source material. His statements already indicate it's likely to be butchered.

[@goenji602]

@@sibidinakaran4757 you are incredibly wrong. dune messiah is literally its title, it shows how paul becomes and absolutely accepts his position as a messiah

[@shalamahalas]

@@sibidinakaran4757have you read the books? part 1 and 2 are literally what happens ONLY in the first book.

[@ZakuRX82]

The genius it would have taken to film this scene with all natutal lightning tells you how incredible the team that worked on Dune is. Massive respect

[@filmscorn1105]

The level of calculation and meticulous planning that went into this scene just makes me appreciate this film even more than I already did.

[@rafaelnahafahik7781]

And the entire film was this carefully planned out and executed, you feel it in every shot

[@Atrulion]

Wow. This is not only one of the greatest directors of all time, he's also someone who to a great extent understands the books. A great combination for this masterpiece

[@CitizenScott]

Understands the books so well he rewrites core elements to the point they are unrecognizable and antithetical to the book version? Ok...

[@andrewdevita629]

​@@CitizenScott alright, what parts are that, for you?

[@CitizenScott]

@@andrewdevita629 Chani. Enough said.

[@Fleuks]

@@CitizenScott He made an irrelevant character, relevant by giving it a meaning (fighting the messia message) that was PRECISELY the will of the creator of Dune, that the whole messia plot is dangerous. Like he litteraly fixed the original book by following the creator's words on his own story.

[@CitizenScott]

@@Fleuks You're like literally incorrect. Chani was key in the books, and needed no changing. Same with Stilgar, and the Fremen in general, but Villeneuve decided to outright mock them in the films, which is something that Herbert NEVER did. Like literally.

[@jtiss_1023]

The one he did for Dune part 1 was amazing and so insightful. This guy really cares about the story and his craft

[@----ic6pw]

What about part 2? :D I personally think Dune 1 was a more mature and more atmosphere and charater focused movie - part 2 was more for the big cinema crowd, more action, humor and a bit less details. With that said, many nice scenes in part 2 as well, such as this one.

[@poindextertunes]

@@----ic6pwPart 2 is the far superior movie. Part 1 is world building. Part 2 grabs ahold of you and doesn’t let go. Quickest 3 hours of my life

[@CitizenScott]

@@poindextertunes You're the casual Part Two was made for yeah.

[@weedwizard7906]

I’ve seen a lot of people have issues with Chani’s change in the movie but with Denis’ reasoning, it makes perfect sense why that change would be more impactful in the movie’s plot.

[@etsuko.explores]

Zendaya’s acting is incredible and I love her character, such a strong figure in the movie

[@MrWinnfield]

@@etsuko.exploresher acting is horrible she made this film worse

[@MrWinnfield]

The change doesn’t made any sense and it wasn’t more impactful, she was annoying and stupid.

[@misslilmeow_meow]

​@MrWinnfield I think your view on Chani as a character is very misogynistic. Just because she wasn't immediately behind Paul's decision doesn't mean her character is stupid.

[@etsuko.explores]

@@MrWinnfield why annoying and stupid for u?

[@benfielding4713]

I'm seeing it for the 3rd time this Tuesday! Let's go support this movie as much as we can

[@DarkoFitCoach]

4th here and soon 5th

[@idontknowwhatmyusernamesho5540]

yes!

[@jellufish]

saw it for the 3rd time yesterday, this time in IMAX, and i cannot stress enough just how much i recommend everyone to see it in IMAX now. such an amazing cinematic experience

[@jonastiger1000]

So am I and also on Thursday

[@lifeisdead01]

I'm trying to convince a friend to drive 3.5 hours with me to our nearest 70mm IMAX theater, already seen it twice

[@TheEagleIFD]

I love that Dennis pays tribute to each part of the cast that was responsible for each part of the scene and that shows that he is truly an amazing person and he’s humble.

[@claireindigo1200]

So all of us are actively looking for any dune content we can get😭

[@grandmacat406]

So truee

[@vibhorkala5144]

Yessss

[@thomasbelmont810]

Yup!

[@Novolinemusic]

Constantly

[@Temenos123]

Its like a withdrawal symptom!

[@TheShapingSickness]

This scene is insane, in the cinema you can feel like you're getting drowned in sand, and the shaking and bumping of the stunman on top of the platform makes it so real. At the end, when the camera pans and you see the fremen rising their fist to that awesome HZ track, you get chills and then you get that worrisome look on Chani, that's when you realize there's no turning back. Paul has ascended.

[@carazy123_]

I was blown away by how you managed to show the worm crashing through the dune and Paul falling onto it. Thank you for revealing some of the magic!

[@NACLGames]

I always personally thought that 'fans' should not make adaptations. Fan films and other fan projects tend to be overreaching cringeworthy productions, which recreate childhood imaginations very often without the depth and meaning of the source material. There are, of course, exceptions....but not many. And I think Star Wars is a great example of what can happen with that when you attach a billion dollar budget to it too. But Denis seems to have figured out the answer to all of that. He's so humble about his approach, he's taken the ego out of it. What that actually means, is that the younger dreamer inside of him actually feels unsatisfied. He mentioned as much at the end of this video, that many parts of the film actually don't meet his expectations as a 'fan'. That's some real irony there, as many neckbeards around the net have already torn into him for making changes to the plot, and in some cases accused him of worse, such as changing the soul and meaning of the novel. I think the young Denis would agree with them. Yet the Denis of here and now made this movie the way it is because it's more immersive, it's amazing on film and in the theater. He essentially made himself approach it as a non-fan. But the great thing about that is 'fan' inside him still exists will still fight for some pieces of the pie. We get scenes like this one, and the 'fan' fights for it to be done to the utmost potential, well-balanced with the rest of the film.

[@djaaronix]

This was really well written, kudos.

[@rafiathallahseniang129]

i dont get it

[@aguilarrojasoctavio4402]

​​@@rafiathallahseniang129You'll get it. I guess so I will haha, as soon as I get rid of my ego

[@dgthe3]

You just made me shudder at the thought of a JJ Abrams Dune

[@aarondonald1611]

Star Wars wasn't an adaptation what are you talking about?

[@kaiymariewalker8823]

The labored breathing, the “ok…ok…”so chilling! I’m completely enamored by this world. I’ve already seen it twice. I’m gunning for a third. Absolutely stellar film!!!

[@lisac5585]

same! 3rd time coming this week. All three in IMAX

[@michaelsalmon9832]

Wise and absolutely correct statement by villeneuve and villeneuve quoting zimmer at the end there. He captured that boyhood dream and also changed it, questioned it even. He might need time to stomach it but I think he did an excellent job at showing both sides of that contradiction and playing it out on screen.

[@essa6315]

Vileneuve is up there with the likes of Kubrick, Scorcese and Spielberg in terms of modern day directors, his films have so much depth. Meticulously planned shots. Things you don't even realise until he explains them, then you can see they were there all along.

[@ShifuCareaga]

eh... not yet.

[@diancloete976]

​@@ShifuCareagaeh.. yes

[@BoringThings2069]

@@ShifuCareagadont be jeally peanut butter

[@b8787]

Christopher Nolan as well

[@ShifuCareaga]

@@BoringThings2069 how hammy.

[@alexandrelot2798]

I want to point out how accessible Denis makes his explanation about the scene, the movie, and Dune lore in general. Its clear and direct.

[@Josiahx]

Seen 3x in theaters already. This movie crushes.

[@finalcoyotefly]

I've never seen a film adaptation that so closely reflected my memories of the book - I know Denis and the team took a few big leaps but I think they make perfect sense. These films are a true triumph. Here I am, here I remain!

[@PieterBreda]

This part 2 is a future Classic movie. Villeneuve made three masterpieces. These 2 Dune movies and Bladerunner 2049. I saw that last one at least 5 times.

[@Ramekink]

We've got a new scifi king among us

[@kingkiller5325]

If you're going to talk about Denis Villeneuve Masterpieces you have to mention Arrival and Prisoners.

[@AM180x]

@@kingkiller5325Until these Dune movies were made Arrival was my favorite scifi movie

[@Nrzpokrter]

​@@kingkiller5325And you absolutely cant forget Incendies and Sicario.

[@Giuachino]

@@NrzpokrterSicario is one of my favorite movies

[@Burt.Reynolds]

As a fan of the book, I absolutely love what they did with Chani. Gives the character so much more depth.

[@maddiegrey]

His explanations give an unbelievable depth to the scene and make you appreciate the effort that went into creating it

[@I_Am_The_Paulrus]

Denis Villeneuve: ''We'll collapse the sand dunes with trucks just as the stuntman jumps into the gap when the sun has reached this exact position in the sky'' Every other blockbuster director: ''We'll do it in post''

[@tatianaantunes2440]

Thank you Vanity Fair!!!! We need more of these

[@wesshort7202]

I would say that both you and Hans succeeded. You both brought "Dune" to life.

[@GoMulanGo]

If he doesn’t get best director noms next awards season I’ll be very mad

[@lanwyacaere9274]

there will be riots!

[@markhaessler4395]

I just love hearing this guy talk about his passion for film making, you really feel it, it's magnetic in a way.

[@benfielding4713]

I've been listening to the soundtrack for the last couple weeks. It SLAPS

[@_thomas1031]

Don't you love it when a director or writer decides to convey their competence through the film they make. I'm so grateful Dennis was given the opportunity to show thoughtful filmmaking let alone adapting source material👏👏👏

[@DaHammerOfGod]

I can watch these Denis Villeneuve scene breakdowns all day. Wish they make more.

[@milesteg8183]

The fear in Chanis eyes when she realizes just how big that grandfather is. Perfection. For her to be afraid, You know that thing is a BEHEMOTH. Full body goose bumps in the theater and even now watching on my phone. I haven’t felt that way at the movies in a VERY long time. DV gave us generational fans more than we could’ve ever wished for. These films are fine art and I’m certain Frank would agree.

[@king_supreme1102]

This is such an instantly iconic scene

[@os8856]

genius film maker. taking the mantle of brilliant directors forward in a time where Hollywood needs it the most.

[@salmarix7]

Denis Villeneuve gets it dune again.

[@micheleparadis2808]

hahaha

[@NateR777]

Dune 3: Dune Ought Disturb

[@micheleparadis2808]

@@NateR777 hahaha

[@Arkuza55]

@@NateR777😂😂

[@aguilarrojasoctavio4402]

I see what you've dune here

[@john_djr]

He's a genius. Plain and simple. And his dialogue with Zimmer demonstrates deep wisdom and understanding of human nature

[@louisberry4403]

Denis is one of the new masters of cinema. He deserves the Oscar with Greig, Hans, Timothee, Zendaya, Javier, Austin And Rebecca.

[@emeraldcity789]

That whole section of Timothee in the temple near the end with the fundamentalists is just amazing. I wanted to go fight for him. He should be nominated for that alone. It was like he was a different character.

[@louisberry4403]

@@emeraldcity789 Chalamet nailed it. His best Performance since CMBYN.

[@YuriModesto]

I hope we remember this dude's name in the future as much as we remember Scorcese or Tarantino. Dune and Dune Part Two and are literal works of ART. Cinema in its purest form made by someone with sensibility to make not only a billion dollar product but to embody a literature primordial classic with all the potential it deserves.

[@a.morphous66]

I always appreciate how he makes sure to credit his crew.

[@Andre_77]

About the goggles... I've seen the movie 4 times and it took me 4 times to finally notice what is happening with the goggles. When the fremen attack the spice harvester at the beginning of the movie, there's a moment when we see Paul and Chani running with goggles, but while running, the goggles retract, it's subtle so it's easy to miss... so that is what happening... So when Paul is running on the dune and he seems to have no goggles, he has the goggles on, it's just that they're retractable

[@MuantanamoMobile]

Exactly...I am surprised some people thought that was an error. Not with Denis' passion and meticulousness.

[@ariana.billett]

Ah okay. I was wondering about that! So cool!

[@fritzyboy789]

Thank youuuuu! :)

[@klug5916]

The immense joy of listening a very skilled professionnal speaking with precision and passion about his creation. Priceless.

[@v.touring]

I've seen the movie three times in IMAX now. Every single time Loires' vocals come in and Paul finds his balance, I get full body chills. I felt my eyes well up the first and second time. Such a perfectly executed scene.

[@KnarfStein]

Same! I saw it the 1st time on Feb. 25 as part of the Fans First Premieres in IMAX; the the 2nd and 3rd times during the first 2 weeks of general release. And I'm so glad I did, because now the IMAX screens are taken over by the inferior GB: Afterlife!

[@cirrusB612]

Okay. This scene is actually one of the biggest arguments that could be made for the debate of real prophecy vs. Bene Gesserit planning. Because the Bene Gesserit could have written in that a boy will ride a grandfather sandworm (in my opinion that seems more of a Fremen legend that evolved over time), but could they _call_ that worm? The Bene Gesserit control humanity, not animals, not ecosystems. So how could they have known this would happen? Is there really a Fremen hero? I feel like this scene goes hand in hand with the gom jabbar scene in the previous movie. One scene confirms Paul as the Bene Gesserit’s Kwisatz Haderach (or points to it) and the other confirms Paul as the Fremen’s Lisan al Gaib (or points to it). And these scenes are constantly tugging at each other, defending the opposite argument, and there might not be any real answer.

[@defenestrated23]

👏 perfect comment.

[@MrMetalforever5]

Hard agree. It’s more than likely that it’s simply Paul surpassing the legend and becoming his own, but there’s still those little things you mentioned that make it actually possible that it COULD be real prophecy. One other example is Paul putting on his still suit perfectly without any sort of planning or training.

[@stephk1130]

Completely agree very well said👏🏼

[@lukkkie]

legends need to be tested in order to cement their validity i guess, as sometimes happens in real life you are tested in unpredictable ways

[@Kyljys-pt4up]

Here's the thing, nothing actually confirms that it is the biggest worm ever. Yes, a third party believer SAID it was the biggest ever. And the Fremen reaction at the place confirms that it was truly a big one; but was it truly a "grandfather sandworm"? I mean, we've seen in real life a lot of hyperbole about things that people have seen. People exaggerate, especially when they talk about things that relate to their faith. They see what they want to see.

[@stephaniebee4651]

This scene alone made me go back and watch the movie a second time. I got chills. Incredible.

[@maboleth]

When I saw D2 for the first time in late February I said that Denis was the master of tactile, closeup and wideangle cinematography. You could almost hear and touch the sand. Now he said this himself! The best and most inspiring director of all time for me.

[@Suedetussy]

True, i could even feel it between my teeth. 😁

[@maboleth]

@@Suedetussy As a photographer myself, I don't even want to know how many lenses, filters and equipment they sacrificed for these shots even with the careful planning and protection. Sand is one of the worst weather particles that can absolutely shred the lenses and the sensor to unusable pieces.

[@taylorholmes9329]

14:35 "It sounds easy". Timing a stunt with trucks pulling industrial-sized tubes to collapse a sand dune actually sounds exceptionally challenging, but please continue.

[@vikings_fans_anonymous]

The music hit as he stood up on the back of the worm was *chef kiss*

[@SlimRhyno]

It is so difficult to create a "goosebumps" moment, but Denís did it. 🥰👏

[@David-ez1fp]

It is truly a treat to see a director, who clearly has alot of love for the source material, be so incredibly well supported by so many amazing talents in every aspect of the film (Production, Score, Costume), and be given the resources to make an adaption so well executed. You don't see that every day.

[@Ample17]

The complexity that is AAA movie making... It's fascinating. Almost as fascinating as hearing his brilliant thoughts laid out. Amazing job sir, I salute You.

[@NavidIsANoob]

Having a director who is THIS passionate about the novel, about the author's message, about bringing the most FAITHFUL adaptation to the big screen... is the best thing that could've happened to Dune, or any novel that gets made into a movie.

[@AlaiasAlias]

Meanwhile Ridley: I wanna Paul dune his mom.

[@ginorvdw]

I don´t believe anyone else could have done this amazing story as much justice as Villeneuve. attention to cinematography, innovation, soundtrack with zimmer, dedication to stick to the source material and expand only where herbert did not elaborate. just, absolute masterpiece.

[@Z3dude12]

I am so eternally grateful to Denis' creativity and nuance that he brings to every movie, but most especially to this movie. It is immaculate in every sense of the word. What an exhilarating sci-fi epic. Thank you Denis, you have created one of my favorite movies of all time.

[@tanyalize]

I could watch a whole +8 hour documentary of the whole creation of this movie. So much craft and love for cinema. Denis is truly one of a kind in this generation.

[@hattorihonzo8340]

This might be the first movie I was so excited to watch in theaters for a 2nd time. I’ve always been a one time theater viewer until I experienced this masterpiece.

[@aVeryIntelligentDog]

Watching this in the theatre was such an awesome experience! When Paul is first shown walking on top of the dune the soundtrack goes 100% silent, and it's the first time I've ever been able to hear that utter silence in the audience as well. It's amazing when you can feel the emotional response of the audience around you, without seeing them, or hearing them...

[@heligon2234]

In Villeneuve we trust. The movies he touches turn to gold. He deserves all the glazing

[@charlotteb6450]

seeing this in theatres was genuinely the most amazing immersive experience, i'm SO grateful denis put so much attention to all the little details

[@gotadecafe]

The crew and his vision made an incredible film.

[@silkscrim]

“It sounds easy, but” 😂😂😂 I wasn’t thinking that at all. Such a thrilling scene 🤯

[@JohnyAngelo]

You know it's gonna be great when the director understand the source material and how to convey it on the big screen.

[@saraanttila9407]

This scene is truly fantastic. It really resonated with me when Villeneuve says he wanted this moment in the film to feel heroic and sacred to the Fremen, because it was an almost religious experience watching it all unfold

[@michalsirotek9766]

I would like to see a documentary where the director breaks down each scene of the film like this.

[@profoundresolve]

We used to get commentary tracks on DVD and such.

[@appleboyapostrophe]

I saw this today in IMAX 70mm…. this production was on a WHOLE ANOTHER LEVEL. Seeing this in the full aspect ratio really sent chills down my spine🔥

[@alljoules]

Saw it Imax a few hours ago. The moment when he's on top of the worm and the sand is rushing at you, I instinctively took a quick breath in the theatre as if I as preparing myself to get hit in the face w the blast of sand. Incredible film making.

[@thatmushroomguy5904]

It's truly eye-opening to realize the level of intricacy and consideration that goes into the creation of scenes that, as viewers, we often take for granted. This director's ability to dive deep into the minutiae, crafting each moment with such precision and care, really underscores the artistry and dedication inherent in filmmaking. The attention to detail doesn't just enhance the visual appeal; it enriches the storytelling, imbuing each frame with layers of meaning that contribute to a more immersive and emotionally resonant experience.

[@dragonfx310]

The scene with Paul running as the sand cascades in half will always be one of my favorites shots in cinema.

[@R2-DPOO]

Best notes on a scene ever. Thank you to Denis for taking time and care to share this with us.

[@danandkiko]

I honestly still can't believe that they pulled it off. The entire 2nd Dune film, I was frozen in my chair and couldn't move. It was too real to be true.

[@finnericson4392]

I love this version of stilgar 😅 always pictured him far leaner and more heavy -handed/heavy hearted but i do love what they've done with the character

[@BongoBaggins]

I'll never forget this scene, and how I felt watching it for the first time. I've loved Dune for 40 years. Please, please never EVER let Disney get their grubby little hands on Dune. It's ours.

[@normanmcevoy3782]

Are you Moe Hadeeb?

[@Chopper153]

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[@Khansolo2212]

One of the best scene breakdowns on this channel ever.

[@LorenzoWake]

I haven't felt this way about a film since Lord of the Rings. Going to watch it for a third time this week on a 60ft IMAX screen. What a cinematic achievement.

[@whysnjsjej]

The movie was an absolute masterpiece Cant wait for messiah Denis is excellent

[@zalrick]

I want 12 hour documentary explaining dune lore

[@bitsnthings]

I IUST WATCHED THE NOTES FOR DUNE 1 and this drops. Hallelujah.

[@lukemcgrail640]

The truck stunt is absolutely mind-blowing. I could honestly watch Villeneuve break down the entire movie.

[@DavidOsses-y7e]

you have raised the bar on not just Sci Fi but movies in general. Thank you

[@ourson66]

I appreciate the depth and carefulness that Villeneuve imbues his films with. He's one of the most purposeful directors I can recall ... every single detail has been thought out carefully, teased apart and put back together specifically and only to make it perfect for the story. It feels almost like the decisions he's making aren't HIS, but the STORY's ... like the story is telling Denis how it wants to be told. It takes someone with a pretty profound sense of humility and self-effacement to think of it this way, and not get carried away with his own "artistic vision" (I mean, he certainly has an artistic vision, but it's deeply embedded in the story, so that it FEELS completely natural). He's a visual and storytelling genius, that's for sure.

[@safekeno]

I'm so happy DV reminded us what these mythical stories can make us feel. Like Star wars, it really is like a religious story, and you can really feel it touches some deep part of humanity.

[@nujaraven]

"How much natural sunlight do you want in this film?" Denis Villeneuve : Yes.

[@shweenz]

I've never read the books, but the movie hits all senses in such a great way. It's not surprising to hear Denis Villeneuve discuss how intentional they were with things like sound, lighting, effects - everything. I am so moved by both Dune movies as works of art. I was constantly saying, "woah" out loud while watching them. I'm really looking forward to Part III and Villeneuve's next movie outside of Dune. By the way, go watch Prisoners if you haven't yet. Denis Villeneuve directing, Aaron Guzikowski writing, starring Hugh Jackman, Jake Gylenhaal, and Paul Dano. It's dark, but seriously so well done in every aspect.

[@TheWarder500]

Denis is a legend, I hope he’s proud of what he’s created with the dune movies. They have set the bar for all future sci-fi and fantasy movies

[@FransiscoDialga]

If he wanted us to feel that it was real, he did an incredibly great job. Best scene in the film