This episode is all about you, viewers and listeners of Dune Talk. The crew returns—after even more Dune: Part Two screenings—to read out some comments from our recent movie reviews. Garin, Johnny, Marcus, Mark, and Rachel discuss the community's diverse thoughts on a North-South division within Fremen society, Chani's very different character, and whether there's a plot-hole in the Bene Gesserit plans? And, we've got box office news and more analysis. Plus, would the hosts rather see Dune as movies or longer TV mini-series?

Segments:

• 0:00:00 - Intro

MOVIE NEWS

• 0:01:30 - 'Dune: Part Two' Box Office Update
• 0:07:01 - Movie Reactions From the Community
• 0:09:44 - 'Dune' as a TV Series?
• 0:20:22 - Religion & Fremen North-South Divide
• 0:33:52 - Bene Gesserrit Plan Plothole?
• 0:39:25 - Controversial Changes to Chani
• 0:53:28 - Alia's Role as a Talking Fetus
• 1:02:25 - Outro

Comments are From Our Previous Dune: Part Two Movie Discussions:

• Spoiler-Free Review [DUNE TALK episode 70]
• Review and Analysis (with Spoilers) [DUNE TALK episode 71]
• Top 3 Changes in Movie vs. Book, by Secrets of Dune
• Written Review, by Johnny Sobczak

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This show's hosts:

• Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
• Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion
• Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
• Mark / DuneInfo | @DuneInfo
• Rachel | @darth_rachel (IG)

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Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

This is the big one! All Dune Talk regulars have seen Denis Villeneuve's Dune: Part Two (some even 5 times) and converge for a comprehensive analysis. That's right! Garin, Johnny, Marcus, Mark, Rachel, and Simon are in FULL-SPOILER mode for this movie review, juxtaposed with character breakdowns, thematic explorations, and comparisons with Frank Herbert's original novel. With these diverse perspectives, there are bound to be disagreements. What are the film's greatest achievements and how may it influence the legacy of the 'Dune' series?

Our Previous 'Dune: Part Two' Movie Reviews (Spoiler-Free):

• DUNE TALK Podcast - Episode 70
• Written Review by Johnny Sobczak

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This show's hosts:

• Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
• Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion
• Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
• Mark / DuneInfo | @DuneInfo
• Rachel | @darth_rachel (IG)
• Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi

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Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

It's really happening!! On this 70th episode of Dune Talk, we're doing our first review of Dune: Part Two, with no spoilers. Max out your hype levels with Johnny, Marcus, and Simon, as they share upbeat reactions to watching this remarkable movie event for the first time, as well as addressing several criticisms. Is this a masterpiece or do some of this film adaptation's choices hold it back from perfection?

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

 - Movie Review – Dune: Part Two

 - First Reactions From the Crew:

• Johnny's X thread
• Marcus's X post
• Simon's X post

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This show's hosts:

• Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
• Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
• Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi

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Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

Critics and press have watched Dune: Part Two, and the reactions are in! On today's Dune Talk, Garin, Johnny, and Marcus are going through the social media commentary. The overall sentiment is affirmative, but what do these posts tell us about this movie's acting performances and storytelling execution. Could those comparisons to The Lord of the Rings really be justified? Plus, breaking down the latest movie footage, featuring Paul and Jessica.

Segments:

• 0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS

• 0:01:28 - 'Dune: Part Two' Social Media Reactions
• 0:07:01 - How About Second Impressions?
• 0:10:51 - Austin Butler's Monstrous Feyd-Rautha
• 0:15:36 - An Immense, Yet Intimate Movie
• 0:21:47 - Exploring Politics and Religion
• 0:26:55 - Comparisons to 'The Lord of the Rings'
• 0:36:51 - Convincing 'Dune: Part One' Skeptics
• 0:41:10 - Timothée Chalamet's Morally Complex Paul
• 0:45:44 - Footage: Paul and Jessica Conversation
• 0:52:35 - Do These Reactions Address Concerns?
• 0:57:50 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

- Critics and News Outlets Post Overwhelming Positive 'Dune: Part Two' Reactions to Social Media:

• Germain Lussier
• Epic Film Guys
• Hoai-Tran Bui
• Max Evry
• Jake's Takes
• Karl Delossantos
• Diego Andaluz
• David Erlich

- New Movie Footage Shows Paul and Jessica Conversation

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This show's hosts:

• Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
• Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion
• Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak

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Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

As many of you requested, this week's Dune Talk includes a special spoiler segment (starting 23 minutes in)! In addition to official movie news—Anya Taylor-Joy casting, soundtrack reveal, and The Art and Soul of Dune: Part Two releases—Garin, Marcus, and Simon address the rumors about certain characters and events in Dune: Part Two. Director Denis Villeneuve says his adaptation has some differences from the book. Will those diminish or enhance this classic story?

Segments:

• 0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS

• 0:01:50 - Anya Taylor-Joy Joins 'Dune: Part Two' Cast
• 0:07:25 - 'Dune: Part Two' Soundtrack Revealed
• 0:17:39 - 'The Art and Soul' Collector's Editions

SPOILER TALK

• 0:22:51 - Spoiler Warning
• 0:24:31 - Changing Timelines
• 0:37:12 - Alia in 'Dune: Part Two'
• 0:45:58 - Denis Villeneuve's Vision
• 0:48:40 - Anya Taylor-Joy's Role in 'Dune'
• 0:52:45 - The Baron's Fate
• 0:56:47 - Paul's Unsettling Ascension
• 1:02:29 - Where is Leto II?
• 1:06:34 - Final Thoughts
• 1:09:30 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

• Dune: Part Two London Premiere Interviews
• Hans Zimmer’s Dune: Part Two Soundtrack Releases on February 23
• The Art and Soul of Dune: Part Two Collector's Portfolio Edition
• The Art and Soul of Dune: Part Two Collector's Artifact Edition

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This show's hosts:

• Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
• Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion
• Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi

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Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

The crew are back to dive for more Dune: Part Two insights from the sea of interviews. Garin, Marcus, Mark, and Rachel discuss comments from Villeneuve and his cast members regarding Paul being an antihero figure, the heartbreaking conclusion of the movie, and how the director's choices bring realism into depiction of its characters. We're also comparing big screen formats, including Dolby Cinema, IMAX, and 4DX. And finally, would Frank Herbert have approved of the merchandise for this movie?

Segments:

• 0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS

• 0:01:27 - Dolby Cinema Versus Other Premium Formats 
• 0:11:54 - Christopher Nolan and Denis Villeneuve in Conversation
• 0:22:44 - Cast Interviews Tease Paul's Antihero Role
• 0:25:36 - 'Dune: Part Two's Heartbreaking Finale
• 0:31:02 - The Duality of Paul and Feyd-Rautha
• 0:33:18 - Denis Villeneuve's Realism in Filmmaking
• 0:42:19 - Feyd's Deadly Sietch Raid
• 0:55:20 - The 'Dune' Popcorn Bucket 
• 0:58:32 - Outro

Dune news story covered on this podcast episode:

• Overview of Dune: Part Two Cast Interviews
• Christopher Nolan Likens Dune: Part Two to The Empire Strikes Back

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This show's hosts:

• Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
• Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion
• Mark / DuneInfo | @DuneInfo
• Rachel | @darth_rachel (IG)

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Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

On this show we explore intriguing content from the Dune: Part Two feature in Total Film's February 2024 issue. Johnny, Marcus, Rachel, and Simon discuss expanded roles for some of the movie's characters—Chani, Irulan, and Jessica—behind-the-scenes insight into the sandworm scene, and creation of Giedi Prime's unique visuals. What does Denis Villeneuve say will be the biggest difference between original novel and his adaptation?

Segments:

• 0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS

• 0:01:30 - 'Dune: Part Two' Premiere in Mexico City
• 0:02:01 - Sandworm Ride Scene Released
• 0:12:27 - Total Film: Sandworm Effects
• 0:20:20 - Muad'Dib Time! Paul's Transformation
• 0:25:52 - Insights into Feyd's Arena Fight
• 0:33:36 - Chani's Character and Inner Struggle
• 0:46:24 - Jessica's Expanded Role in 'Dune Part Two'
• 0:55:41 - Intrigue Surrounding Princess Irulan
• 0:59:08 - Looking Ahead to 'Dune: Messiah'
• 1:03:35 - Importance of Alia's Character
• 1:07:51 - Outro

Dune news story covered on this podcast episode:

• Total Film February 2024 Issue 347

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This show's hosts:

• Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
• Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
• Rachel | @darth_rachel (IG)
• Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi

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Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

With that deluge of new TV spots, the Dune Talk crew is back for a mid-week discussion on what these reveal about Princess Irulan and Feyd-Rautha in the movie. Garin, Marcus, Mark, Rachel, and Simon discuss portrayal of those characters, as well as the Emperor, and potential differences between Dune: Part Two and the novel. What changes can we expect and how might audiences react?

Segments:

• 0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS

• 0:01:29 - 'Dune' IMAX Re-Release Extended
• 0:03:49 - Feyd-Rautha's Menacing Presence
• 0:27:53 - Princess Irulan's Advisory Role
• 0:39:49 - Christopher Walken's Emperor
• 0:47:09 - Paul, Chani, and vengeance
• 0:51:59 - Movie Adaptation Changes
• 1:11:00 - TV Spot Highlights
• 1:17:31 - Outro

Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode:

• Dune: Part Two Clips Highlight Irulan and Feyd
• New Dune: Part Two Promos Tease Paul-Feyd Fight

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This show's hosts:

• Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
• Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion
• Mark / DuneInfo | @DuneInfo
• Rachel | @darth_rachel (IG)
• Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi

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Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

Dr. Kara Kennedy aka Dune Scholar returns to Dune Talk for a special discussion, ahead of publishing her latest book Adaptations of Dune. We're exploring three existing movie and TV versions of Frank Herbert's sci-fi classic—Dune (1984) by David Lynch, Sci-Fi Channel's Frank Herbert's Dune (2000), and Dune: Part One (2021) by Denis Villeneuve—with eclectic questions from Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Mark. Which of these screen adaptations is most faithful to the original novel?

Segments:

• 0:00:00 - Intro
• 0:01:49 - Dr. Kara Kennedy
• 0:03:12 - Writing 'Adaptations of Dune'
• 0:07:09 - David Lynch's 'Dune' Movie
• 0:16:57 - 'Frank Herbert's Dune' TV Mini-Series
• 0:22:58 - Compression, Correction, and Updating
• 0:25:08 - Denis Villeneuve's 'Dune: Part One'
• 0:37:19 - Portraying the Bene Gesserit
• 0:40:12 - Ideal Dune Adaptations and the Future
• 0:54:11 - Outro

Dune story covered on this podcast episode:

Book Review: Adaptations of Dune – Frank Herbert’s Story on Screen

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This show's hosts:

• Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
• Garin Granata | @DuneCompanion
• Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
• Mark / DuneInfo | @DuneInfo

Special guest:

• Kara Kennedy | @DuneScholar

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Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

The Dune Talk crew attended that IMAX Reissue event and caught an amazing 10-minute sneak peek at Dune: Part Two! Johnny, Marcus, and Simon react to experiencing the full sequence of Paul riding a sandworm for the first time, and debate several intriguing shots from the sizzle reel and montage. Will Alia be mentioned on today's show? You bet. 

Segments:

• 0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS

• 0:01:20 - Dune IMAX Reissue
• 0:08:03 - New Shots from Sizzle Reel
• 0:21:59 - Paul Rides the Sandworm
• 0:40:46 - Final Battle and Visions
• 0:53:26 - Outro

Dune news story covered on this podcast episode:

Dune Returns to IMAX With Part Two Sneak Peek

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This show's hosts:

• Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
• Johnny Sobczak | @JohnnySobczak
• Simon Daoudi | @sdaoudi

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Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

It's our first Dune Talk of 2024! We're exploring the lives of Irulan and Chani, key characters in the forthcoming Dune: Part Two movie. What challenges did Imperial princess and young Fremen warrior face, two years before House Atreides arrived on Arrakis? Princess of Dune, a recent prequel novel, answers that question. Marcus and Mark are joined by Rachel, for today's lively book review discussion. And as bonus content, we've got Spacing Guild cosplay and lore!

Segments:

• 0:00:00 - Intro
• 0:02:33 - Spacing Guild Rep Cosplay

THE DUNIVERSE

• 0:04:22 - Overall Reactions to Princess of Dune
• 0:11:48 - Characterization of Chani and Irulan
• 0:17:46 - Expanded 'Dune' Books
• 0:23:42 - A Military Officer's Marriage proposal
• 0:29:07 - Guild Funeral and Tleilaxu Plotting
• 0:40:14 - Bene Gesserit Lore
• 0:46:12 - Harkonnens on Arrakis
• 0:47:54 - Wensicia, the Second Daughter
• 0:51:42 - Being a True Fremen
• 0:58:04 - Highlights From the Book
• 1:04:43 - Book Review Conclusion
• 1:10:15 - Outro

Dune news story covered on this podcast episode:

Book Review: Princess of Dune

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This show's hosts:

• Marcus Gabriel | @MarcusIsWriting
• Mark / DuneInfo | @DuneInfo
• Rachel | @darth_rachel (IG)

Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Facebook or Instagram, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com.

Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.