Other mistake: When the injured woman put her bloody right hand over Leto's left shoulder, her fingers were initially curved around his shoulder then slid down. The bloody handprint (too "neat") ended up being lower on his shirt/lapel than would be expected and there was no blood on top of his shoulder or smear downward, which would be impossible. (01:18:00)
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I'm not sure if this is supposed to be an actual remake of "Dune" (1984) or a variation, but I know I did not finish watching the latter because I found it boring and simply did not like it. "Dune" (2021) IS watchable (maybe I'm more tolerant) and on the interesting side, plus has a lot of special effects... but it is also quite long (over 2.5 hours). I never read the book, so I could not anticipate what was going to happen and I had to pay attention to all the names, places, new "substances" and significance of the attire, etc. Even while paying attention, however, there are many instances where I didn't understand what was developing (e.g, in Paul) or what it was supposed to mean. I think this type of movie (science fiction with fantasy and drama) appeals to a particular audience and would be well-received for those whom did not think "Dune" (1984) deserved such poor reviews and/or like science fiction movies in general... and can spare 2.5 hours to watch a movie. (4-star potential).
Nice film. To be seen in 3D and on large screen... Its lengthy - about 2.5 hours and slower in pace... but still worth watching for wonderful VFX of planets, fight scenes and characters.
Dune (2021) is a grand, lavish spectacle that features a boy named Paul who, after the betrayal of his father, fights for honor and the well-being of the planet Arrakis. Based upon a best-selling book by Frank Herbert, Dune has a starring cast, great visuals, some action, OK dialogue and interesting world-building. Part 1 is paired down quite a bit, things are shadowy said, and the music can get a bit oppressive at times, but otherwise a great film! I look forward to Part 2 to see Feyd, the Emperor Shaddam IV, and others.
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Gaius Helen Mohiam: You've proven you can rule yourself. Now you must learn to rule others, something none of your ancestors learnt.
Paul Atreides: My father rules an entire planet.
Gaius Helen Mohiam: He's losing it.
Paul Atreides: He's getting a richer one.
Gaius Helen Mohiam: He'll lose that one too.
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