Hey Kaytuesso, glad to know there's more of 'me' out there :D... what an absolute masterpiece. Your presentation is great btw. Clear pronunciation & pace, good volume on theme music, and the panels of Denis Villeneuve's films Arrival, BR 2049 & Dune from freeze frame to moving clip was nicely executed visual storytelling. May you gain many more subscribers quickly!
What many people miss in the gom jabbar scene, is that jessica, during in her panic moments, massages her own hand. That's because she has gone through the same test in her youth, and she remembers the horrible pain, and can't stop herself from emphathising with her son. She then starts citing the litany against fear, and so does Paul, because she has "trained him in their ways".
Another thing most missed: both Paul and Jessica are being tested simultaeniously. Paul's willpower is tested by putting his hand in the box, Jessica's loyalty to the Bene Gesserit (after she chose to have a son against the order's will) is being tested by putting his son in the hands of the Reverend Mother to face a trial whose pain Jessica is very familiar with. The room is her box of pain and Paul is her hand (in the Bene Gesserit's eyes at least who don't count with the fact that unlike a hand Paul has his own mind, and in light of this of course don't even expect him to pass). Another thing is I'm sure the Reverend Mother was hoping Paul would fail. They saw him as an abomination after all but Jessica was like a daughter to Mohiam. And would Jessica have passed her "Gom Jabbar" had Paul failed? Would she have rushed into the room forcing Mohiam to also kill her own "daughter" so to speak? Can it be that this scene is also a test for the Reverend Mother? After all a perfectly run organisation is one where everyone is tested by someone... That would be creepy and genious from Herbert's part at the same time.
It really is incredible how short a 2.5 hour movie felt. I loved the aesthetics and efficiency of the movie and how it didn’t got bogged down in the CHOAM and Landsraad of it all while still keeping the viewer enticed. Very much looking forward to Part 2, and this was a great video on why the film worked so well.
I have watched it twice. I read the 1. novel in my early teens and later played the first to PC games Dune and Dune II. It was a great read back then and still is, the games only helped to fuel the joy of this book. I think Villeneuve managed to create a great movie. I was not entirely sold the first time I saw it, I saw it as having read and loved the book (I have only read the first 3 books, lost interest after the 3rd),. The second time I saw it, I saw it without the book in mind and enjoyed it way more. I personally think we need more movies like this, movies that takes it time to tell a story. Villeneuve achived the same thing, in my oppinion, with Blade Runner 2049. I'm looking forward to the second movie with Christopher Walken who I really admire, I hope he blows my mind and of course... Feud-Rautha.
I was hoping the HBO Max series would have dealt with Choam/the Landsraad during the events of the films, or even during the Richese/Harkonnen handover of Arrakis.
I think it had impeccable pacing through the death of Leto. I do think it dragged just a little bit once after that, though I'm not sure where else the story should have stopped. I suppose they did have to show the sandworm
Unfortunately it's not a movie for everyone. Most audiences complained about it and were totally disappointed. It breaks my heart because i'm a huge Dune fan and i believe the movie is a brilliant adaptation of the book. I loved every second of it and I watched it 12 times! Villeneuve is a genius. Dune 2021 is a criminally underrated masterpiece.
That’s just straight up misinformation. By all metrics we can go by, the vast majority of people who watched it also enjoyed it. If you look at places like Rotten tomatoes or even letterboxd, the reception is generally either positive or gushing. I’ve no idea what motivates people like you to make these kinds of easily disprovable statements.
@@paul1720 its probably anecdotal experience where people around him found it boring and discouraged him even though it was more of a success than he realised
@@Despotic_Waffle yeah its possible that most people in the place that they live in disliked it, so they assumed most people in general disliked it. for example theres actually a whole area in los angeles that dislikes la la land for some reason or another
I did read Dune when I was around 16 ( lot´s of years ago), and it means a lot to me. I even have The Litany against Fear tattooed on my back. For me the Books is about evolving as a human. To stand above emotional reaction and controlling once fear. To make decisions out of logic and reasoning.
I think the Litany is actually a great philosophy of life, I hope you caught the reference I make to it at the end of the part about lady Jessica during the box scene!
I remember getting a compendium dictionary that went with the book from the library.... back in the 1980's. It was like Tolkien's appendices. Very detailed history and meaning behind all the names in the book... and for me, more interesting than the book.
my only real complaint was how they didn't make it clear that jessica gave leto a son because she loved him so much, not because she trying to produce a messiah and ofc some of the stuff left on the cutting room floor is obviously disappointing.. it is a beautiful masterpiece adaptation, i worship denis for this and all his other incredible films so excited for part two! this was a fantastic essay thank you :)
Thank you so much! I thought that despite not making that clear, they do make an effort to show that their relationship is a good one. They didn't have to include the scene of them cuddling on the bed before Leto was captured, but they took the time to do it and I thought it was a good nod to the nature of their relationship. Dennis is a magician and I cant wait to see his work on part 2!
I think in the book it's not exactly obvious that her love for the duke was the (only) reason he wanted a son, maybe she even believed it herself, but when Paul directly accused her of not wanting a son but a kwisatz haderach, a male bene gesserit, she didn't actually deny it (it was during the tent scene in the book, but i think they adapted the feeling of Paul's betrayal and Jessica's "confirmation" of it nicely into the movie in that misty scene after the BG departure). But I agree it would be great to see more of Jessica/Leto's relationship on screen.
It was a combination of both. Yes, Jessica loved Leto but she was also trying to do her own bene gesserit thing as well. Jessica is a severely flawed person and is shown to be conflicted in most things she chooses to do throughout the entire dune saga.
I too am obsessed with dune and I have Denis to thank. I saw the first teaser trailer for the movie and immediately needed to know more about this Dune. I'd never heard of it before. Since that moment I havent stopped reading the books and watching the movie. I read them when im bored, when i workout, when im working, audiobooks are great and can be found everywhere. The Dune universe is insanely well thought out and complex. Franks writing has influenced the way i think and given me so many quotes to remember and share with others. Its honestly changed my life
I first read DUNE 20 years ago while sitting in the Persian gulf on an aircraft carrier. When would pull into one of few desert ports I would just imagine that I was actually in the book.
I first read Dune 23 years ago while sitting in county jail on a 3-day sentence (underaged alcohol possession). There was a tiny book cart and this was the only title I recognized, from the '84 movie (which I was way too stoned to understand). I was released before I could finish the last 10 pages! I went straight out and bought the book to see how it ended, and have now read the book at least 8 times. I'll read again this fall before part 2 comes out!
It is evident to me (and hopefully all other the other 44k+ viewers) just how much work you put into creating this video! I find myself coming back to it everyday just to see the traction your channel is making! I can confidently say that as a new subscriber, I am very excited for you and your future projects.
Thank you so much for this kind comment. I cant wait to show you all the next video coming out this month, I can only hope you will enjoy it as much as you did this one!
It's nice to see so many people sharing the same obsession 😂 The soundtrack was a big factor for me too, and now I can’t get enough of Hans Zimmer’s work. Just subscribed!
Ferguson is the true MVP of this movie. It only works if her layered complex performance works and boy oh boy, did she knock it out of the park. A very underrated actress.
Having this be the first film I watched in cinemas when the quarantine became less strict, and have it be in an Dolby Atmos theatre was a moment I’ll never forget and one where it made me love and miss going to cinemas. So honestly, your obsession is one I can relate to. Great video, can’t wait for part 2!
When I watched how much work went into the cuneiform they carved into the walls of the sets, I realized how much attention to detail they had in making this movie!
Always loved Dune. I've read all the books, and the way Denis captures the essence of Herbert's vision is astounding. Writing holds certain advantages over the screen and vice versa, but I think Dune is a best of both worlds scenario
My history with Dune is... brief, for lack of a better word. I was vaguely aware of the '84 film, but never watched more than a clip or two of it. On a whim, I purchased a digital copy of Dune(2021) and watched it, I was enamored by the cinematography and the story. I needed more, I needed to know how it ended. In response to that need, I went to the bookstore and bought a copy. It only took me a week to read the whole thing, from Chapter 1 to the final listing in the Apendix at the back of the book. I proceeded to read the rest of the series by Frank over the course of the next couple months, stopping only to take a break from the heavy philosophy in Dune and read a lighter, more self-contained story. I've never been so emotionally conflicted about finishing a novel as I was when I finished Chapterhouse. I won't go into spoilers, but I'll say that it both was and was not the end for the Dune Saga. Thinking about them now, I'm elated to have read them, but melancholy to have finished them. For anyone even remotely tempted, READ THE BOOKS.
Hey! This film is also what sucked me into the books. I’ve read the first three, and started God Emperor now. I concur with you, everyone should check out the books!
Believe me I understand you, I have seen it 16 times so far (the times I logged it on letterboxd) and man this is something else. The music, the world, the writing, etc. its just otherworldly.
It is so nice to find a fellow fanatic of Villeneuve's vision. I was totally obsessed with this film and watched it twice at the IMAX. Looking forward to the second film.
As someone who really appreciates gathering a wide breadth of opinions on media new and old, and usually by watching video essays; this was a brilliant and eloquent write up on Dune. Considering this is your first video, I'm fucking floored! You had confident and honest delivery throughout, and I loved hearing the passion in your voice talking about everything Dune. This is one of the best examinations of Villeneuve's adaptation I've seen, and I can say truthfully you've gained a loyal subscriber who's keen to see much more! Lisan al g'aib?
Wow thank you, this is very high praise! I’m a big dune and movie fan I general, and im just happy to hear that you enjoyed something I made so much. I hope you will enjoy future videos as wellz
Great video man! I got obsessed with Dune this year too. Read the first 3 books and loved them. Can't wait for PT. 2 this year. Keep up the great work.
Boy am I glad that the algorithm suggested this video to me! I also did a double take when you said this is your first ever video... couldn't believe that given how well it's made (I did go and check your channel's uploads xD)
That is quite the debut o.O I usually don't subscribe so quickly but what a chance to be in the first 500 of what might become 1 mil sub channel. Much love from Germany.
@@kaytuesso_ No pressure mate. This video is good because you had passion and took your time. Of course we all want MORE but I rather watch three good videos a year than 12 mediocre ones following a schedule. Please keep that in mind and have fun :)
I love Dune. I also feel more connected with a story when the soundtrack is well thought out. It is unbelievable how both dune movies can possess moving soundtracks that are so different yet effective. Fantastic video
Hello, well this was a blast of a First Video. Quality, arguments, visuals are all op level. I loved every second of it. Will be here for the next one. All the best wishes from Austria.
Great work, I love this! I've been going through the the same obsession and i feel so seen haha, i'd love to hear your thoughts on the books too. looking forward to your next videos!!!!
Welcome to the Dune Fandom! I may have to do a breakdown of the books sometime, they are truly unique in their time period and almost all of modern sci-fi draws from their concepts.
Me and my brother loved this movie and rewatched it when it left theaters. I am so excited to see part two and for your first vid it was really entertaining. Good job, dude. I'll definitely stick around for more
i too fell into the rabbit hole on this one, watched it and was absolutely blown away, basically obsessed. Watched dozen of lore videos and stuff aswell as started reading the books. Looking forward to part two aswell
stop watching it everyday because if you do you might get tired of it. i stopped watching dune and big lebowski everyday since i never want to get tired of watching them
I watched the film never having read the books and was amazed, it definitely benefits from being seen on the biggest screen you can get too. I hope to see the sequel at the imax
I appreciate your encapsulation of the movie and the effort involved in bringing it to life. I hope they add some of the deleted scenes back in for the BlueRay, especially the extended dialogue that was present in the trailers between Paul and the Reverend Mother. Also, the banquet scene which was pivotal in the book.
@@kaytuesso_ I was more referring to a future extended Blue Ray, which I hope is forthcoming when both films have been released. Villeneuve is not known for directors' cuts, but an extended version is quite a different thing IMO. If you go back and watch the trailer, you will see greater dialogue between Paul and Reverend Mother Mohiam then watch your Blue Ray which is the theatrical release and compare the scenes. I'm 52 and have been obsessed since 84', I love the Lynch version, and that has an extended version as well. I've read the books a couple of times. If you have not watched it I recommend Jodorowsky's Dune. It's a fascinating documentary of a version of Dune that was never made, but what's so interesting is the potential cast of that movie and the book of concept art and storyboards that has influenced many of my favorite movies. This is a good TH-cam video for deleted scenes: th-cam.com/video/8XEjtmQ9_fk/w-d-xo.html
you articulated perfectly everything I thought about this film [better, actually]. This is some of he best content i have seen in a long time. I don't care if it is a month or a year, I eagerly await your next upload 🥰
Oh thank you! This is a very kind comment. If you haven’t already seen it, my second video is out on my channel on Everything Everywhere All at Once, you can watch it there! And more coming soon!
You know aside from just complaining about the pg rating of the movie I forgot to say what a great video this was and how well articulated you are. And you did it all without spoiling any major plot points. Awesome stuff and looking forward to your thoughts on part 2 Edit: I also don't know how you don't have a lot of subscribers.
Thank you for this very kind comment. It’s my first and only video, when I posted it I didn’t have any subs at all. I’m honestly baffled at how many people it has resonated with. Thanks again!
@@kaytuesso_ That's crazy! Judging by the quality I thought this would be your 50th or something lol Your channels definitely gonna blow up eventually. Keep it up!
i've never read the books but i remember sitting in the theatre completely mesmerized during the entire 2 hours and 35 minutes of Dune. i didn't even feel those hours, i was so immersed.
Thank you for this. On my first watch I liked it, but couldn’t say love. Then over a few days it stayed with me and I wanted to watch it again. I’m glad to did! I’ve watched it half a dozen times now and I’m obsessed as well. It’s such a rich offering. I’m also obsessed with the soundtrack. It’s incredible!
Hey, thanks! I never counted on so many people watching the video, but Im really glad people are enjoying it. I hope you like my next one, as much as you did this one!
Sitting in that theatre seat, Dune was beyond epic to me! Even the third time. Denis is just on a different level when we're talking filmmakers. Arrival was mindblowing and spoke to me different than any other movie. Really hope you can touch upon that one day!
You know, that movie is the one all his sci-fi stands on now! Perhaps I will make a video on it in the future! But for now, Everything Everywhere All at Once is next!
This is my first video overall! It took forever to make because I was having to learn how to edit as I was making the video. Whenever I had an idea for a shot, I then had to go learn how to actually make that shot. Luckily now I think I have a better handle on it, so my next video should be out this month!
Dune was on my reading list for years. When I heard Denis was making it into a film, that was all that I needed for that last push to finally pick it up. It was great. He also did a phenomenal job. All of his movies have been bangers. I told my wife that if you told me that man was going to make a three hour movie about paint drying I wouldn’t hesitate to check it out because he’s just that good.
It was about a year after release of this film that I became a Dune fanatic. I regret not being able to see it in theaters, so I'm super hyped for Dune part 2, and hope for the potential third film.
Very kind, thank you. I just put my heart into everything I make, and if people enjoy it that’s enough! EEAAO video coming this month, keep an eye out for it!
Watched it on the big screen. Denis made Dune like it was ment to be made for cinema. I cried several times. Such a good movie. This fall part 2 release.
I totally get your obsession. I did exactly the same, watching the movie, going to the books, going back to the movie and now... well I might reread the books, you know :) I really enjoyed your video, the quality is amazing and it's surprising to know that it's your first video! For sure following up on what you're doing next, keep going, it's starting really well!! :)
I'm also obsessed with Dune, I watched the movie for the first time, watched it again the next day and now I've seen it 4-5 times and I still wanna watch it again! I read the book because of the movie. Big fan of Villeneuve.
Well, I think he left out some important parts of the book, the dinner scene, where it shows how Leto is fighting with fake information of Jessica being a Traitor and picking out who is still loyal to House harkonnen, and how he would use them, I think that would have added to how smart Leto is and how dangerous this universe can be
The scene was shot and then left on the cutting room floor. There are many deleted scenes that could have easily made it into an extended cut! It's not Villeneuve's fault. I believe it was Legendery and WBs who cut out those scenes in order to make the movie easier to understand without over-complicating the plot.
@@lucagiovanetti9870 unfortunately it really was denis' decision to leave those scenes out and not the executives of the movie studios. he also said that he's not interested in making an extended cut. but maybe time will tell
I thought this was a scene that should have been in the movie as well. After watching it multiple times it struck me that he did a good job of introducing people to dune that don't know anything about it without overloading the story. Think about the book, you're completely lost until half way through than bam! All the plots and plans start unfolding. Maybe the second part will involve more of these scenes as flashbacks? Time will tell
THIS!! I remember when I was watching Dune when it Premiered….it gave me the same feel of discovery, immersion, and awe that a younger me felt when watching Star Wars for the first time. I’ve watched Dune probably 4 times since then….it’s reignited my spark for writing and drawing, and it’s given me hope for the future of Grand Sci-Fi epics once again.
@@kaytuesso_ I saw it at a local place that has Laser Projection with Dolby ATMOS Surround sound. The movie has a pulse that you can FEEL in that sort of setup. I loved everything about it
I completely understand the obsession thing cause I watched the film on previous Sunday now it's Thursday and I finally got the first book of the series which I ordered on Monday. The amount of time I spend thinking of it when it was in transit to the post office nearby is embarrassing and the number of Dune related videos I watched while waiting is longer than the Dune itself in hour equivalent. Geez and it's only the beginning.
Always glad to hear about people getting into DUNE! - random but for the books read everything with the word 'Frank' on the cover - and don't go near the stuff with the word 'Brian'
It's definitely in my top 3 films of 2021, maybe even my favorite. As soon as I'm done with A Song of Ice & Fire, I'm immediately going through at least the first three Dune books. I love this world, its history, worldbuilding, and complex characters. How there hasn't been a story-driven video game set in the Dune universe yet is wild. You'd think we would have more of that considering gamers are mostly the same kind of nerd who would be into that sort of thing.
The Dune novels - which I read in my youth, decades ago - would probably be at the top of my most favorite books list, if I kept such a list. I've also seen the Lynch adaptation, the TV series, and read a bit about the failed (but still very influential) attempt of Jodorowsky, and I have to say, the Villeneuve film blows everything else out of the water. It's hands down the best movie I've seen in years. That being said, I can't help but wonder, how it might have turned out, had Villeneuve made it into more of a thriller (like Arrival, Sicaro, Blade Runner 2049) - rather than going for a rather straight action movie approach. I think the material would have lent itself well for a thriller - especially a psychological thriller. WARNING SPOILERS AHEAD! So many machinations driven by ulterior motives. So many power games and weird feudal scheming. The Bene Gesserit manipulating politics. The Emperor secretly conspiring with the Harkonnens. The Guild exerting untold power through their control over the spice trade. Dr. Yueh's conditioning and betrayal. Hawat's suspicions of Lady Jessica. The hidden secrets of the Arakeen Palace. Liet-Kynes' unknown true loyalty and his/her plans for the planet. The many secrets of the Fremen - about their numbers, the nature of the spice, underground water reserves, the nature of the sandworms, etc.
I agree with you honestly, I would've loved to see it as a thriller. I do think he will lean more into all the things you mentioned in the second film. There was enough groundwork laid in the first movie for it. Lots of mysteries and questions. With the introduction of the emperor and feyd, we'll see more of the scheming and psychological warfare in the second film. It's all necessary if he wants to conclude Paul's story properly in Messiah.
The sets, the costumes, the buildings, the cinematography, the actors, the sound, oh my god the sound.. This movie is an extraordinary exercise in style by world class profesionals at the top of their game. I was in awe at my first viewing, I was just smiling wide seeing how beautiful it is. What I didn't expect on the second and the third and the fourth viewing was to discover it's rewatchibility. It just has so many facets you can focus and study. I liked Villeneuve even before this for Incendies, Arrival and BladeRunner 2049 but now I have a profound respect and reverence for him. I hope he gets to do Rama too. I hope he lives to 100 and never stops making movies.
I have such respect for how he handles immersion. It’s unlike pretty much anything out there, the worlds just feel so big and so tangible and look so good on screen
@@kaytuesso_ Yeah, he's a master of contrasts, and in regards to photography and colorisation there's a whole story there. And in regards to lights, if you focus just on that there's yet another layer.
If you've gotten through God Emperor, I'd highly recommend reading Heretics and Chapterhouse as well. I love all 6 of Frank's OG Dune novels a lot, and while Emperor is my favorite, and the first novel obviously gets at the very least a close second for a ton of reasons, whenever I re-read the series, I feel the most excited to dive into Heretics. The last two books are when the Bene Geserit essentially become the main character, and oh boy does it deliver if that is the group you want to know more about. I am also one of those fans that will argue that the ending of the sixth book is a perfect (and pretty meta) ending for the entire series. So don't let people saying "5-6 are weird / Frank never wrote the 7th book" disuade you from going into those! I am always baffled to see Dune fans consider anything after making it through Emperor "weird" lol
I only made it through Children of Dune, and it felt like it wrapped up the story of the first book by the time I was done with it. I just ordered Emperor though, because so many people say its their favorite!
I AM obsessed with this film. Imagine how STAR WARS could have been with this kind of dedication. Yes, the source material is key, but this film is delicately crafted.
I liked the minimalist design in the film. Do you think that will be maintained throughout part 2? Or maybe they’ll depict the emperor’s planet to be more ornate? Great video.
so after watching this film, I went on and finished the entire series and I have to say it is something that we should all experience. I just deeped this is your first video, insane, definetly big things to come and you have a new sub from me
The soundtracks to both the films are fantastic, and playing the track 'Paul meets Chani' (I think!) from the 1984 OST, at the end of this video, was a nice touch...
Well done. Dune has always been able to capture the imagination (especially of young males - who tend to gravitate toward Sci-Fi...) The challenge of ANY film based on Dune is to make the story appealing beyond the core demographic of Sci-Fi. Where Villeneuve excels is not so much related to his take on the Sci-Fi genre, but comes through in all his films: a high "emotional IQ" that casts an intensely human-relationships focus on the story being told. He tells often morally ambiguous stories that largely avoid stereotypical heroes and villains. (Since you've now read the first three books, you'll know why the story is right up Villeneuve's alley...) BTW, the name "Atreides" is a quote from ancient Greek mythology: in the latter, it is a story of a family caught up in a multi-generational curse of the gods. The story is quite different from Dune's, but you get the point and will see its full fruition if you make it through the hard slog - for some - of "God Emperor of Dune", the story that essentially sees an end (of sorts) to the family tragedy in question.
I love this analysis of Dennis, I think his talent with sci-fi is taking these big concepts and set pieces and making them feel human. He has a great sense for worldbuilding as well. I remember reading somewhere that the Atreides are descended from the Greeks, and I am just about to embark on my way through Emperor... I hear that its either your favorite or least favorite upon reading it!
Ill have to disagree with Rebeccas performance, I perceived it as a way weaker person than the character from the books, however that did not came even close to ruining this masterful adaptation for me, and I am glad more people liked it and are getting into Dune!
I think her shes more emotional in the film BECAUSE its a film, she has to do a lot more visually that could just be in her head before. Im very glad that the movie introduced me to a universe I love!
@@kaytuesso_ there are many examples of the opposite, I'll referr you to Kate Blanchet as Galadriel in LOTR, but I'll admit I was a bit biased because of her coments on Frank Herbert being sexist despite admiting to not reading the books, and I thought "well let's she what she thinks one of the most influential women on the galaxy would act like" and she's like a scared rabbit the whole movie when the Bene Gesserit's whole deal is "I must not fear", but again the movie was great! And I'm glad it got you into dune!! 🤙🏻🤙🏻
How dare a first video on a chanel is this good? Instant sub obviously, I agree with basically everthing said. I most enjoyed the scene where the crew of the miner is rescued, great tenshion bulid up and release, also does a lot of character work for everyone involved as well as the world. This one scene would be enough to understand that the spice is priceless, the way to obtain it is dangerous and that house Atreides is of good heart
The film he mentions at 2:10? That's called Arrival, it's about first contact but that's not the title. If you weren't talking about it then you should be lol. Arrival is a must watch, it's gorgeous.
I haven't ever seen First Contact, but the movie Contact is also a great 80's classic that deals with the nature of what it means to interact with alien life, not unlike Arrival!
Hey man, love the croc head in the background The thing that makes Villeneuve my favorite is the way he satisfies my megalophilia, I'm glad you talked about it.
Very excited for part 2. We couldn't have asked for a better director than Denis, an absolute master of his craft, to put to film a story as intricate as Dune. Herbert's story has always had a special place in my heart, I wish I could be there while they film to get a first hand experience of what will no doubt be the most incredible story adapted to film we will have for the next century.
Well done on your first video Kay! Your production on this video was amazing and strait up more enjoyable than any number of the bigger Dune related videos.Given your first attempt I've no doubt your channel will be a success. I look forward to the day when I can wistfully remark ( after you hit 1M subs) I was there at the beginning.
Wow thank you so much! This is a very kind comment. I hope that day will come! I’m just glad that you all are enjoying something I made, and I hope you are going to like the next one too!
Hahaha no, just by me. Funny enough, I actually started working on this video in February of 2022, so ChatGPT didn’t exist yet. What gave you that impression?
For me Dune was what got me into strengths of living a mindful and introspective life. Maybe I did not achieve the Weirding Way, but it has helped my self improvement immensely. Great review! A lot of people tend to try to sell the series on its exterior presentation but you nailed it in explaining the real values of this work
The TH-cam algo is right for once! This was a random recommendation on my feed and I loved your video! I’m a long time fan of the book and thought that Villanueve knocked it out of the park. Your insightful analysis reinforces that view. (Which maybe is a knock on the YT algo for reinforcing previously held beliefs but in this case it gets a pass lol!)
WOW. Very good video dude. I was expecting 100k+ views and for you to have at least 50k subs. I went to your channel right as you said that this was your FIRST video and I verbally said "Awwwwwww" in disapointment. Great video dude!!! Keep these up and I'm looking forward to seeing more content!!!
Wow, thanks! I really appreciate this comment, Im just happy people are enjoying something I made. I hope you like the second video coming this month as much as you did this one!
I love the first video! Dune certainly is very philosophically-driven and leads one to therefore appreciate the multiplicity of ways Herbert has intertwined many of the elements of politics, history, socio-economics, human-nature, geography, biology, and anything else. Truly a master-work.
Very good clip. I need to watch it many more times; like I read the Dune books (doubl-digits times) Your describing how Denis told the story thrugh sets, scenes etc........Excellant!
Same!! I got hooked on Denis' film, especially since Blade Runner 2049 is one of my favourite films, so I was excited for Dune on the principle that it was a new Villeneuve film, but through that, I became fascinated by Frank Herbert's universe, which led me to read the books, I'm currently at Dune Messiah right now, but I'm really excited especially to keep going, even though I'm finding the series a bit of a tough read. I also love some of the reinterpretations of characters in the movie too. While I think Baron Harkonnen's portrayal in the books is fantastic, where he's an almost a bloated caricature, completely governed by his greed and gluttony, I also love how the film took a far more terrifying approach to his character, where his consumption and extreme size goes from cartoonish to almost scarily inhuman.
Messiah is a crazy book to read, its a big turn from the first one! I also appreciated the movie portrayals of the characters a lot, seeing a more modern take on them was nice!
I'm 50 and I'm obsessed too. I think the newer generations have finally had their "star wars" moment where a sci-fi film blows their mind like the original star wars trilogy.
I adore the LOTR movies. I had never read Dune. But watching the new Dune movie gave me feelings that I recall from watching Fellowship 20 years ago. I'm reading Dune now.
Kaytuesso's obsession shows really good taste! (imo lol) Villeneuve, Ridley Scott, GREAT names, great production. This video was a pleasure to watch, very professional narration, excellent choice of subject thank you for your work K!
excellent presentation bro!!! job well done, keep up the good work. subbed. glad that you are also a star wars lover. looking forward to what you come up with next
What a great video! The narration, editing and everything feels so professional! You deserve a sub! Oh and yes... Dune is a masterpiece. Watched it 8 times. 6 times in cinema.
Thank you so much, I really appreciate the compliment, and hope you will enjoy the next video as much as you did this one! Man 6 in cinema? I have seen it maybe 6-7 times, but only twice in front of the big screen!
Great first video! Incredible quality and insight. So when you are planning on reading God Emperor? People either love it and it comes their favorite, or they really dislike it. I'm curious to see where you fall.
My SECOND ever video is here, go and check it out! th-cam.com/video/2xRbOXIW3uw/w-d-xo.html
Hey Kaytuesso, glad to know there's more of 'me' out there :D... what an absolute masterpiece. Your presentation is great btw. Clear pronunciation & pace, good volume on theme music, and the panels of Denis Villeneuve's films Arrival, BR 2049 & Dune from freeze frame to moving clip was nicely executed visual storytelling. May you gain many more subscribers quickly!
@@Coopernicuss Thank you so much, I really appreciate the kind words and support!
What many people miss in the gom jabbar scene, is that jessica, during in her panic moments, massages her own hand. That's because she has gone through the same test in her youth, and she remembers the horrible pain, and can't stop herself from emphathising with her son. She then starts citing the litany against fear, and so does Paul, because she has "trained him in their ways".
What an awesome catch!
@@kaytuesso_ If you read the book you would know that was exactly what Jessica was remembering
Another thing most missed: both Paul and Jessica are being tested simultaeniously. Paul's willpower is tested by putting his hand in the box, Jessica's loyalty to the Bene Gesserit (after she chose to have a son against the order's will) is being tested by putting his son in the hands of the Reverend Mother to face a trial whose pain Jessica is very familiar with. The room is her box of pain and Paul is her hand (in the Bene Gesserit's eyes at least who don't count with the fact that unlike a hand Paul has his own mind, and in light of this of course don't even expect him to pass).
Another thing is I'm sure the Reverend Mother was hoping Paul would fail. They saw him as an abomination after all but Jessica was like a daughter to Mohiam. And would Jessica have passed her "Gom Jabbar" had Paul failed? Would she have rushed into the room forcing Mohiam to also kill her own "daughter" so to speak? Can it be that this scene is also a test for the Reverend Mother? After all a perfectly run organisation is one where everyone is tested by someone... That would be creepy and genious from Herbert's part at the same time.
@@manwiththeredface7821 Nice nuance! Love how there are layers within layers... within layers, in what this book has created.
@@manwiththeredface7821 ok this what happens when you’ve had one edible too many
It really is incredible how short a 2.5 hour movie felt. I loved the aesthetics and efficiency of the movie and how it didn’t got bogged down in the CHOAM and Landsraad of it all while still keeping the viewer enticed. Very much looking forward to Part 2, and this was a great video on why the film worked so well.
Thanks for the kind words. I’m sure there will be more world building on some of political and economic stuff in the next film!
I have watched it twice. I read the 1. novel in my early teens and later played the first to PC games Dune and Dune II. It was a great read back then and still is, the games only helped to fuel the joy of this book.
I think Villeneuve managed to create a great movie. I was not entirely sold the first time I saw it, I saw it as having read and loved the book (I have only read the first 3 books, lost interest after the 3rd),. The second time I saw it, I saw it without the book in mind and enjoyed it way more.
I personally think we need more movies like this, movies that takes it time to tell a story. Villeneuve achived the same thing, in my oppinion, with Blade Runner 2049.
I'm looking forward to the second movie with Christopher Walken who I really admire, I hope he blows my mind and of course... Feud-Rautha.
I was hoping the HBO Max series would have dealt with Choam/the Landsraad during the events of the films, or even during the Richese/Harkonnen handover of Arrakis.
I think it had impeccable pacing through the death of Leto. I do think it dragged just a little bit once after that, though I'm not sure where else the story should have stopped. I suppose they did have to show the sandworm
short??? those were the longest 2,5 hours of my life
Unfortunately it's not a movie for everyone. Most audiences complained about it and were totally disappointed. It breaks my heart because i'm a huge Dune fan and i believe the movie is a brilliant adaptation of the book. I loved every second of it and I watched it 12 times! Villeneuve is a genius. Dune 2021 is a criminally underrated masterpiece.
Believe it or not, the audience score on rotten tomatoes is 90%! However it is an absolute science fiction masterpiece of the 21st century !
That’s just straight up misinformation. By all metrics we can go by, the vast majority of people who watched it also enjoyed it. If you look at places like Rotten tomatoes or even letterboxd, the reception is generally either positive or gushing. I’ve no idea what motivates people like you to make these kinds of easily disprovable statements.
@@paul1720 its probably anecdotal experience where people around him found it boring and discouraged him even though it was more of a success than he realised
@@Despotic_Waffle yeah its possible that most people in the place that they live in disliked it, so they assumed most people in general disliked it. for example theres actually a whole area in los angeles that dislikes la la land for some reason or another
The only people complaining about it are simpletons. End of story. Simpletons need to stick to reality TV shows.
I did read Dune when I was around 16 ( lot´s of years ago), and it means a lot to me. I even have The Litany against Fear tattooed on my back. For me the Books is about evolving as a human. To stand above emotional reaction and controlling once fear. To make decisions out of logic and reasoning.
I think the Litany is actually a great philosophy of life, I hope you caught the reference I make to it at the end of the part about lady Jessica during the box scene!
Wow
I remember getting a compendium dictionary that went with the book from the library.... back in the 1980's. It was like Tolkien's appendices. Very detailed history and meaning behind all the names in the book... and for me, more interesting than the book.
It is by will alone I set my mind in motion...
i loved the book too but i was a bit disappointed by the movie idk why
This dude is the next big thing. You can straight up hear his passion in this. Don’t miss out
Thank you!
I love how you appreciate how faithful it is to it’s source material
First video blew up
What are you his dad?
@@MrJack556 yep I’m his dad. Can’t you see the resemblance? He looks just like me!
my only real complaint was how they didn't make it clear that jessica gave leto a son because she loved him so much, not because she trying to produce a messiah
and ofc some of the stuff left on the cutting room floor is obviously disappointing..
it is a beautiful masterpiece adaptation, i worship denis for this and all his other incredible films
so excited for part two!
this was a fantastic essay
thank you :)
Thank you so much! I thought that despite not making that clear, they do make an effort to show that their relationship is a good one. They didn't have to include the scene of them cuddling on the bed before Leto was captured, but they took the time to do it and I thought it was a good nod to the nature of their relationship. Dennis is a magician and I cant wait to see his work on part 2!
I think in the book it's not exactly obvious that her love for the duke was the (only) reason he wanted a son, maybe she even believed it herself, but when Paul directly accused her of not wanting a son but a kwisatz haderach, a male bene gesserit, she didn't actually deny it (it was during the tent scene in the book, but i think they adapted the feeling of Paul's betrayal and Jessica's "confirmation" of it nicely into the movie in that misty scene after the BG departure). But I agree it would be great to see more of Jessica/Leto's relationship on screen.
It was a combination of both. Yes, Jessica loved Leto but she was also trying to do her own bene gesserit thing as well. Jessica is a severely flawed person and is shown to be conflicted in most things she chooses to do throughout the entire dune saga.
I would imagine a possible extended cut or directors cut could be coming in the future.
I too am obsessed with dune and I have Denis to thank. I saw the first teaser trailer for the movie and immediately needed to know more about this Dune. I'd never heard of it before. Since that moment I havent stopped reading the books and watching the movie. I read them when im bored, when i workout, when im working, audiobooks are great and can be found everywhere. The Dune universe is insanely well thought out and complex. Franks writing has influenced the way i think and given me so many quotes to remember and share with others. Its honestly changed my life
I think you are among many others who feel the same way!
I first read DUNE 20 years ago while sitting in the Persian gulf on an aircraft carrier. When would pull into one of few desert ports I would just imagine that I was actually in the book.
Now that must have been a real trip! I know you subconsciously worried about a sandworm showing up!
thats so gay
I first read Dune 23 years ago while sitting in county jail on a 3-day sentence (underaged alcohol possession). There was a tiny book cart and this was the only title I recognized, from the '84 movie (which I was way too stoned to understand). I was released before I could finish the last 10 pages! I went straight out and bought the book to see how it ended, and have now read the book at least 8 times. I'll read again this fall before part 2 comes out!
It is evident to me (and hopefully all other the other 44k+ viewers) just how much work you put into creating this video! I find myself coming back to it everyday just to see the traction your channel is making! I can confidently say that as a new subscriber, I am very excited for you and your future projects.
Thank you so much for this kind comment. I cant wait to show you all the next video coming out this month, I can only hope you will enjoy it as much as you did this one!
It's nice to see so many people sharing the same obsession 😂
The soundtrack was a big factor for me too, and now I can’t get enough of Hans Zimmer’s work.
Just subscribed!
Hans Zimmer's score is a special experience in itself! Thank you, I hope you enjoy the other videos as well!
Ferguson is the true MVP of this movie. It only works if her layered complex performance works and boy oh boy, did she knock it out of the park. A very underrated actress.
Absolutely agree!
Having this be the first film I watched in cinemas when the quarantine became less strict, and have it be in an Dolby Atmos theatre was a moment I’ll never forget and one where it made me love and miss going to cinemas. So honestly, your obsession is one I can relate to. Great video, can’t wait for part 2!
Me neither, november cant come soon enough!
The number of layers in the storytelling, and the thought put into every frame of this visual masterpiece is just stunning!
When I watched how much work went into the cuneiform they carved into the walls of the sets, I realized how much attention to detail they had in making this movie!
Always loved Dune. I've read all the books, and the way Denis captures the essence of Herbert's vision is astounding. Writing holds certain advantages over the screen and vice versa, but I think Dune is a best of both worlds scenario
It is certainly the best version of the writing for the screen, but it took surgical precision to make it so!
My history with Dune is... brief, for lack of a better word. I was vaguely aware of the '84 film, but never watched more than a clip or two of it. On a whim, I purchased a digital copy of Dune(2021) and watched it, I was enamored by the cinematography and the story. I needed more, I needed to know how it ended. In response to that need, I went to the bookstore and bought a copy. It only took me a week to read the whole thing, from Chapter 1 to the final listing in the Apendix at the back of the book. I proceeded to read the rest of the series by Frank over the course of the next couple months, stopping only to take a break from the heavy philosophy in Dune and read a lighter, more self-contained story. I've never been so emotionally conflicted about finishing a novel as I was when I finished Chapterhouse. I won't go into spoilers, but I'll say that it both was and was not the end for the Dune Saga. Thinking about them now, I'm elated to have read them, but melancholy to have finished them. For anyone even remotely tempted, READ THE BOOKS.
Hey! This film is also what sucked me into the books. I’ve read the first three, and started God Emperor now. I concur with you, everyone should check out the books!
I’m proud of you bro. So cool to see you thriving in a creative space.
Thank you my friend, couldn't happen without your help!
Believe me I understand you, I have seen it 16 times so far (the times I logged it on letterboxd) and man this is something else. The music, the world, the writing, etc. its just otherworldly.
Wow, that is awesome! I have to watch it 10 more times to get where you are at!
One of the best first videos I’ve seen on TH-cam. Great job.
Thank you, I appreciate it!
It is so nice to find a fellow fanatic of Villeneuve's vision. I was totally obsessed with this film and watched it twice at the IMAX. Looking forward to the second film.
He has such powerful creative vision, and commits to the balance of character driven stories and massive spectacle!
As someone who really appreciates gathering a wide breadth of opinions on media new and old, and usually by watching video essays; this was a brilliant and eloquent write up on Dune.
Considering this is your first video, I'm fucking floored! You had confident and honest delivery throughout, and I loved hearing the passion in your voice talking about everything Dune.
This is one of the best examinations of Villeneuve's adaptation I've seen, and I can say truthfully you've gained a loyal subscriber who's keen to see much more!
Lisan al g'aib?
Wow thank you, this is very high praise! I’m a big dune and movie fan I general, and im just happy to hear that you enjoyed something I made so much. I hope you will enjoy future videos as wellz
Great video man! I got obsessed with Dune this year too. Read the first 3 books and loved them. Can't wait for PT. 2 this year. Keep up the great work.
Hey, thank you! Those first three books are a crazy ride, and I’m starting Emperor of Dune next week! I hope you enjoy the video coming in April!
Boy am I glad that the algorithm suggested this video to me!
I also did a double take when you said this is your first ever video... couldn't believe that given how well it's made (I did go and check your channel's uploads xD)
Haha well im glad you enjoyed it! Yep, its my first. more to come though!
That is quite the debut o.O
I usually don't subscribe so quickly but what a chance to be in the first 500 of what might become 1 mil sub channel.
Much love from Germany.
Wow, thank you so much! I hope you enjoy the next video as much as you did this one!
@@kaytuesso_ No pressure mate. This video is good because you had passion and took your time. Of course we all want MORE but I rather watch three good videos a year than 12 mediocre ones following a schedule. Please keep that in mind and have fun :)
I really appreciate that, I definitely don’t want to sacrifice quality for quantify. I’ll keep your words in mind!
I love Dune.
I also feel more connected with a story when the soundtrack is well thought out.
It is unbelievable how both dune movies can possess moving soundtracks that are so different yet effective.
Fantastic video
Thank you!
Hello, well this was a blast of a First Video.
Quality, arguments, visuals are all op level.
I loved every second of it.
Will be here for the next one.
All the best wishes from Austria.
Thank you so much for this comment. I am happy you enjoyed it, and I hope the next one will be just as good!
Great work, I love this! I've been going through the the same obsession and i feel so seen haha, i'd love to hear your thoughts on the books too. looking forward to your next videos!!!!
Welcome to the Dune Fandom! I may have to do a breakdown of the books sometime, they are truly unique in their time period and almost all of modern sci-fi draws from their concepts.
The fact that this is your first video blew my mind almost as much as Dune did on first viewing. Keep up the great work brother !!
Hey, thanks! I will!
I just ordered Dune & Dune Messiah you peeked my interest. I’ll get threw those and continue Thanks for the video
Hey, awesome! They are great reads, and I would be interested to hear your opinion of Dune Messiah when you get through it!
Me and my brother loved this movie and rewatched it when it left theaters. I am so excited to see part two and for your first vid it was really entertaining. Good job, dude. I'll definitely stick around for more
Its my most anticipated movie this year for sure. Thank you, i hop you enjoy the next video as much as you did this one!
i too fell into the rabbit hole on this one, watched it and was absolutely blown away, basically obsessed. Watched dozen of lore videos and stuff aswell as started reading the books.
Looking forward to part two aswell
It’s a universe big enough to get lost in for a long time!
This guy is absolutely amazing! Makes me want to watch a movie I didn't even give a chance. Can't wait to see what else you make in the future!
Thank you, check out the movie for sure!
I watch it everyday and I think about Dune part 2 everyday (can’t wait!)
I am way too excited for part 2 as well, the casting announcements have only hyped me up more!
stop watching it everyday because if you do you might get tired of it. i stopped watching dune and big lebowski everyday since i never want to get tired of watching them
I watched the film never having read the books and was amazed, it definitely benefits from being seen on the biggest screen you can get too. I hope to see the sequel at the imax
Seeing this move in IMAX was a spiritual experience!
I appreciate your encapsulation of the movie and the effort involved in bringing it to life. I hope they add some of the deleted scenes back in for the BlueRay, especially the extended dialogue that was present in the trailers between Paul and the Reverend Mother. Also, the banquet scene which was pivotal in the book.
I cant believe im saying this, I have never seen those deleted scenes. And I HAVE the blue ray. Well, time to pull that up!
@@kaytuesso_ I was more referring to a future extended Blue Ray, which I hope is forthcoming when both films have been released. Villeneuve is not known for directors' cuts, but an extended version is quite a different thing IMO.
If you go back and watch the trailer, you will see greater dialogue between Paul and Reverend Mother Mohiam then watch your Blue Ray which is the theatrical release and compare the scenes. I'm 52 and have been obsessed since 84', I love the Lynch version, and that has an extended version as well. I've read the books a couple of times. If you have not watched it I recommend Jodorowsky's Dune. It's a fascinating documentary of a version of Dune that was never made, but what's so interesting is the potential cast of that movie and the book of concept art and storyboards that has influenced many of my favorite movies.
This is a good TH-cam video for deleted scenes: th-cam.com/video/8XEjtmQ9_fk/w-d-xo.html
Thoughtful review and breakdown of the filming by a true fan. :-)
I’m nothing if not a dedicated fan!
you articulated perfectly everything I thought about this film [better, actually]. This is some of he best content i have seen in a long time. I don't care if it is a month or a year, I eagerly await your next upload 🥰
Oh thank you! This is a very kind comment. If you haven’t already seen it, my second video is out on my channel on Everything Everywhere All at Once, you can watch it there! And more coming soon!
This is by far my favorite version of Dune.... It was beautiful.. I can't wait for the second part !!!!
Part two will be amazing!
You know aside from just complaining about the pg rating of the movie I forgot to say what a great video this was and how well articulated you are. And you did it all without spoiling any major plot points. Awesome stuff and looking forward to your thoughts on part 2
Edit: I also don't know how you don't have a lot of subscribers.
Thank you for this very kind comment. It’s my first and only video, when I posted it I didn’t have any subs at all. I’m honestly baffled at how many people it has resonated with. Thanks again!
@@kaytuesso_ That's crazy! Judging by the quality I thought this would be your 50th or something lol Your channels definitely gonna blow up eventually. Keep it up!
i've never read the books but i remember sitting in the theatre completely mesmerized during the entire 2 hours and 35 minutes of Dune. i didn't even feel those hours, i was so immersed.
Its immensely immersive.
I wish I could say the same. I WANT to like it lol
Thank you for this. On my first watch I liked it, but couldn’t say love. Then over a few days it stayed with me and I wanted to watch it again. I’m glad to did!
I’ve watched it half a dozen times now and I’m obsessed as well. It’s such a rich offering. I’m also obsessed with the soundtrack. It’s incredible!
The soundtrack is insane, I didn’t mention it in the video but I think that it almost deserves a whole video of its own.
@@kaytuesso_ I forget who made it, but there is a really good video about the soundtrack on youtube already.
@@jacksonmagas9698 Ill go looking!
Yo this is a great video I assumed you were a big channel and was surprised that this your first vid!
Hey, thanks! I never counted on so many people watching the video, but Im really glad people are enjoying it. I hope you like my next one, as much as you did this one!
Sitting in that theatre seat, Dune was beyond epic to me! Even the third time. Denis is just on a different level when we're talking filmmakers. Arrival was mindblowing and spoke to me different than any other movie. Really hope you can touch upon that one day!
You know, that movie is the one all his sci-fi stands on now! Perhaps I will make a video on it in the future! But for now, Everything Everywhere All at Once is next!
This was your first video? Or just the first on THIS channel, because man that was a great video
This is my first video overall! It took forever to make because I was having to learn how to edit as I was making the video. Whenever I had an idea for a shot, I then had to go learn how to actually make that shot. Luckily now I think I have a better handle on it, so my next video should be out this month!
Dune was on my reading list for years. When I heard Denis was making it into a film, that was all that I needed for that last push to finally pick it up. It was great. He also did a phenomenal job. All of his movies have been bangers. I told my wife that if you told me that man was going to make a three hour movie about paint drying I wouldn’t hesitate to check it out because he’s just that good.
Hahaha he really hasnt ever made a bad movie, so i would trust that paint drying one to be good as well!
It was about a year after release of this film that I became a Dune fanatic. I regret not being able to see it in theaters, so I'm super hyped for Dune part 2, and hope for the potential third film.
Hopefully there will be some showings of the first in theatres around the release of the second!
I am obsessed with this movie, and especially the Sardaukar. The scene where they are introduced is menacing.
So damn cool.
Great video, well produced! Happy to have discovered you at your start. Hope you continue to put out content like this, you’ll go far.
Very kind, thank you. I just put my heart into everything I make, and if people enjoy it that’s enough! EEAAO video coming this month, keep an eye out for it!
Watched it on the big screen. Denis made Dune like it was ment to be made for cinema. I cried several times. Such a good movie. This fall part 2 release.
Seeing it in Imax, i FELT that movie!
I totally get your obsession. I did exactly the same, watching the movie, going to the books, going back to the movie and now... well I might reread the books, you know :)
I really enjoyed your video, the quality is amazing and it's surprising to know that it's your first video! For sure following up on what you're doing next, keep going, it's starting really well!! :)
Thank you, I really appreciate the support! More videos coming soon!
I'm also obsessed with Dune, I watched the movie for the first time, watched it again the next day and now I've seen it 4-5 times and I still wanna watch it again! I read the book because of the movie. Big fan of Villeneuve.
The movie is what made me read the books as well, it was liked being sucked into the singularity that is the dune universe.
I've loved the movie and now that I have more free time, I've started reading the book. I hate reading but this is really exciting.
The book is fantastic and only gets better as you go!
Well, I think he left out some important parts of the book, the dinner scene, where it shows how Leto is fighting with fake information of Jessica being a Traitor and picking out who is still loyal to House harkonnen, and how he would use them, I think that would have added to how smart Leto is and how dangerous this universe can be
The movie is perfect the way it is!
The scene was shot and then left on the cutting room floor. There are many deleted scenes that could have easily made it into an extended cut! It's not Villeneuve's fault. I believe it was Legendery and WBs who cut out those scenes in order to make the movie easier to understand without over-complicating the plot.
I think that while it would of been a cool scene to have, given the length of the movie as is, it was a worthy cut!
@@lucagiovanetti9870 unfortunately it really was denis' decision to leave those scenes out and not the executives of the movie studios. he also said that he's not interested in making an extended cut. but maybe time will tell
I thought this was a scene that should have been in the movie as well. After watching it multiple times it struck me that he did a good job of introducing people to dune that don't know anything about it without overloading the story. Think about the book, you're completely lost until half way through than bam! All the plots and plans start unfolding. Maybe the second part will involve more of these scenes as flashbacks? Time will tell
THIS!! I remember when I was watching Dune when it Premiered….it gave me the same feel of discovery, immersion, and awe that a younger me felt when watching Star Wars for the first time. I’ve watched Dune probably 4 times since then….it’s reignited my spark for writing and drawing, and it’s given me hope for the future of Grand Sci-Fi epics once again.
The scale of it all was so immersive in the theatre!
@@kaytuesso_ I saw it at a local place that has Laser Projection with Dolby ATMOS Surround sound. The movie has a pulse that you can FEEL in that sort of setup. I loved everything about it
I completely understand the obsession thing cause I watched the film on previous Sunday now it's Thursday and I finally got the first book of the series which I ordered on Monday. The amount of time I spend thinking of it when it was in transit to the post office nearby is embarrassing and the number of Dune related videos I watched while waiting is longer than the Dune itself in hour equivalent. Geez and it's only the beginning.
Haha you are at the start of a long ride, but let me tell you, its a good one!
Currently going through the exact same situation. First book arrives tomorrow. Cant wait.
Always glad to hear about people getting into DUNE! - random but for the books read everything with the word 'Frank' on the cover - and don't go near the stuff with the word 'Brian'
Hahah, so ive heard!
It's definitely in my top 3 films of 2021, maybe even my favorite. As soon as I'm done with A Song of Ice & Fire, I'm immediately going through at least the first three Dune books. I love this world, its history, worldbuilding, and complex characters. How there hasn't been a story-driven video game set in the Dune universe yet is wild. You'd think we would have more of that considering gamers are mostly the same kind of nerd who would be into that sort of thing.
I would guess that something that n the game department may come down the line now that new movies are out!
The Dune novels - which I read in my youth, decades ago - would probably be at the top of my most favorite books list, if I kept such a list.
I've also seen the Lynch adaptation, the TV series, and read a bit about the failed (but still very influential) attempt of Jodorowsky, and I have to say, the Villeneuve film blows everything else out of the water. It's hands down the best movie I've seen in years.
That being said, I can't help but wonder, how it might have turned out, had Villeneuve made it into more of a thriller (like Arrival, Sicaro, Blade Runner 2049) - rather than going for a rather straight action movie approach.
I think the material would have lent itself well for a thriller - especially a psychological thriller. WARNING SPOILERS AHEAD! So many machinations driven by ulterior motives. So many power games and weird feudal scheming. The Bene Gesserit manipulating politics. The Emperor secretly conspiring with the Harkonnens. The Guild exerting untold power through their control over the spice trade. Dr. Yueh's conditioning and betrayal. Hawat's suspicions of Lady Jessica. The hidden secrets of the Arakeen Palace. Liet-Kynes' unknown true loyalty and his/her plans for the planet. The many secrets of the Fremen - about their numbers, the nature of the spice, underground water reserves, the nature of the sandworms, etc.
Now I feel like I have to see a Villeneuve Dune thriller, it sounds awesome!
I agree with you honestly, I would've loved to see it as a thriller. I do think he will lean more into all the things you mentioned in the second film. There was enough groundwork laid in the first movie for it. Lots of mysteries and questions. With the introduction of the emperor and feyd, we'll see more of the scheming and psychological warfare in the second film. It's all necessary if he wants to conclude Paul's story properly in Messiah.
The sets, the costumes, the buildings, the cinematography, the actors, the sound, oh my god the sound.. This movie is an extraordinary exercise in style by world class profesionals at the top of their game. I was in awe at my first viewing, I was just smiling wide seeing how beautiful it is. What I didn't expect on the second and the third and the fourth viewing was to discover it's rewatchibility. It just has so many facets you can focus and study. I liked Villeneuve even before this for Incendies, Arrival and BladeRunner 2049 but now I have a profound respect and reverence for him. I hope he gets to do Rama too. I hope he lives to 100 and never stops making movies.
I have such respect for how he handles immersion. It’s unlike pretty much anything out there, the worlds just feel so big and so tangible and look so good on screen
@@kaytuesso_ Yeah, he's a master of contrasts, and in regards to photography and colorisation there's a whole story there. And in regards to lights, if you focus just on that there's yet another layer.
If you've gotten through God Emperor,
I'd highly recommend reading Heretics and Chapterhouse as well.
I love all 6 of Frank's OG Dune novels a lot,
and while Emperor is my favorite, and the first novel obviously gets at the very least a close second for a ton of reasons,
whenever I re-read the series, I feel the most excited to dive into Heretics.
The last two books are when the Bene Geserit essentially become the main character, and oh boy does it deliver if that is the group you want to know more about.
I am also one of those fans that will argue that the ending of the sixth book is a perfect (and pretty meta) ending for the entire series.
So don't let people saying "5-6 are weird / Frank never wrote the 7th book" disuade you from going into those!
I am always baffled to see Dune fans consider anything after making it through Emperor "weird" lol
I only made it through Children of Dune, and it felt like it wrapped up the story of the first book by the time I was done with it. I just ordered Emperor though, because so many people say its their favorite!
Heretics and Chapterhouse were awesome.
5 and 6 are amazing. just finishing chapterhouse again. The "weirdness" hasn't put me off for a second. I literally cannot stop reading these books
I AM obsessed with this film. Imagine how STAR WARS could have been with this kind of dedication. Yes, the source material is key, but this film is delicately crafted.
Attention to detail goes a long way.
I liked the minimalist design in the film. Do you think that will be maintained throughout part 2? Or maybe they’ll depict the emperor’s planet to be more ornate? Great video.
I think it will be pretty similar, it’s very much in fitting with Villeneuve’s style!
so after watching this film, I went on and finished the entire series and I have to say it is something that we should all experience. I just deeped this is your first video, insane, definetly big things to come and you have a new sub from me
I appreciate the sub! I hope that you enjoy the video. At the first 3-6 books are phenomenal!
That Sardukar rain scene was so disturbing yet felt so peaceful
Maybe my favorite scene!
The soundtracks to both the films are fantastic, and playing the track 'Paul meets Chani' (I think!) from the 1984 OST, at the end of this video, was a nice touch...
Nice catch, The title of the song is Prophesy Theme! But you have a good ear!
As a big dune fan, I almost cried while you were talking about the gom jabbar scene. Great Video!
Wow, thank you I’m glad you enjoyed it! I hope the next video will be just as good!
Well done.
Dune has always been able to capture the imagination (especially of young males - who tend to gravitate toward Sci-Fi...)
The challenge of ANY film based on Dune is to make the story appealing beyond the core demographic of Sci-Fi.
Where Villeneuve excels is not so much related to his take on the Sci-Fi genre, but comes through in all his films: a high "emotional IQ" that casts an intensely human-relationships focus on the story being told. He tells often morally ambiguous stories that largely avoid stereotypical heroes and villains. (Since you've now read the first three books, you'll know why the story is right up Villeneuve's alley...)
BTW, the name "Atreides" is a quote from ancient Greek mythology: in the latter, it is a story of a family caught up in a multi-generational curse of the gods. The story is quite different from Dune's, but you get the point and will see its full fruition if you make it through the hard slog - for some - of "God Emperor of Dune", the story that essentially sees an end (of sorts) to the family tragedy in question.
I love this analysis of Dennis, I think his talent with sci-fi is taking these big concepts and set pieces and making them feel human. He has a great sense for worldbuilding as well. I remember reading somewhere that the Atreides are descended from the Greeks, and I am just about to embark on my way through Emperor... I hear that its either your favorite or least favorite upon reading it!
Ill have to disagree with Rebeccas performance, I perceived it as a way weaker person than the character from the books, however that did not came even close to ruining this masterful adaptation for me, and I am glad more people liked it and are getting into Dune!
I think her shes more emotional in the film BECAUSE its a film, she has to do a lot more visually that could just be in her head before. Im very glad that the movie introduced me to a universe I love!
@@kaytuesso_ there are many examples of the opposite, I'll referr you to Kate Blanchet as Galadriel in LOTR, but I'll admit I was a bit biased because of her coments on Frank Herbert being sexist despite admiting to not reading the books, and I thought "well let's she what she thinks one of the most influential women on the galaxy would act like" and she's like a scared rabbit the whole movie when the Bene Gesserit's whole deal is "I must not fear", but again the movie was great! And I'm glad it got you into dune!! 🤙🏻🤙🏻
Excellent job! I wanna see the movie now!!
Thanks, its an awesome movie and I think its on HBO Max!
How dare a first video on a chanel is this good? Instant sub obviously, I agree with basically everthing said. I most enjoyed the scene where the crew of the miner is rescued, great tenshion bulid up and release, also does a lot of character work for everyone involved as well as the world. This one scene would be enough to understand that the spice is priceless, the way to obtain it is dangerous and that house Atreides is of good heart
Wow, thank you so much! The movie has such good economy of story telling, considering how dense the books are!
This was an excellent review and also made me want to watch First Contact, which I haven’t seen
The film he mentions at 2:10? That's called Arrival, it's about first contact but that's not the title.
If you weren't talking about it then you should be lol. Arrival is a must watch, it's gorgeous.
I haven't ever seen First Contact, but the movie Contact is also a great 80's classic that deals with the nature of what it means to interact with alien life, not unlike Arrival!
@@pseudonymousbeing987 Arrival is awesome, its such a good study of Dennis's style and of great circular story structure!
Oops, ha okay Arrival then!
Hey man, love the croc head in the background
The thing that makes Villeneuve my favorite is the way he satisfies my megalophilia, I'm glad you talked about it.
Hey you are the first person who has mentioned it! Haha thanks!
Very excited for part 2. We couldn't have asked for a better director than Denis, an absolute master of his craft, to put to film a story as intricate as Dune. Herbert's story has always had a special place in my heart, I wish I could be there while they film to get a first hand experience of what will no doubt be the most incredible story adapted to film we will have for the next century.
it would be a dream come true to be on a set like that.
Me too…
Indeed.
Well done on your first video Kay! Your production on this video was amazing and strait up more enjoyable than any number of the bigger Dune related videos.Given your first attempt I've no doubt your channel will be a success. I look forward to the day when I can wistfully remark ( after you hit 1M subs) I was there at the beginning.
Wow thank you so much! This is a very kind comment. I hope that day will come! I’m just glad that you all are enjoying something I made, and I hope you are going to like the next one too!
how do you only have 28 subscribers?
Because this is literally my first EVER video, but subscribe and you will see the one coming out next month on Everything Everywhere All At Once!
@@kaytuesso_ Already have dude, you have amazing content 👍
@@theroach2204 Thank you, I think you will enjoy the next video!
This comment aged so well (:
Was this essay written by ChatGPT?
Hahaha no, just by me. Funny enough, I actually started working on this video in February of 2022, so ChatGPT didn’t exist yet. What gave you that impression?
Welcome to the club, been obsessed with these novels since the first time I read Dune in high school. ✊
Glad to be here!
For me Dune was what got me into strengths of living a mindful and introspective life. Maybe I did not achieve the Weirding Way, but it has helped my self improvement immensely.
Great review! A lot of people tend to try to sell the series on its exterior presentation but you nailed it in explaining the real values of this work
The surface level presentation isnt what makes the tick, im glad you enjoy a deep dive! Im working on something similar for the next video.
Well done! Great review video. Cant wait to see the next one!
Thanks so much! More coming soon!
The TH-cam algo is right for once! This was a random recommendation on my feed and I loved your video!
I’m a long time fan of the book and thought that Villanueve knocked it out of the park. Your insightful analysis reinforces that view. (Which maybe is a knock on the YT algo for reinforcing previously held beliefs but in this case it gets a pass lol!)
Hahaha well I’m glad you feel like you came to the right place! If you liked everything everywhere all at once, it’s up next!
WOW. Very good video dude. I was expecting 100k+ views and for you to have at least 50k subs. I went to your channel right as you said that this was your FIRST video and I verbally said "Awwwwwww" in disapointment. Great video dude!!! Keep these up and I'm looking forward to seeing more content!!!
Wow, thanks! I really appreciate this comment, Im just happy people are enjoying something I made. I hope you like the second video coming this month as much as you did this one!
I’m obsessed with Alt Shift X talking about Dune. I listen to it every night.
Im not familiar with Alt Shift X, but the Dune universe is insanely interesting!
GREAT JOB!!!! 👍 Subscribed! We need more DUNE from YOU!
Thank you! You KNOW that I’m gonna make a video when dune part 2 comes out!
congrats ! i enjoyed the video a lot and you're right about that specific adaptation ! keep them coming ! good start!
Im really glad you liked it! More on the way.
I've already seen this like 10 times, no other movie has been so good i can literally watch it the day after and enjoy it just as much.
I have never gotten bored of it!
When you said “3 viewings and 3 books later” I laughed because I’ve gone down that same rabbit hole.
Its the singularity that is the Dune Universe!
I love the first video! Dune certainly is very philosophically-driven and leads one to therefore appreciate the multiplicity of ways Herbert has intertwined many of the elements of politics, history, socio-economics, human-nature, geography, biology, and anything else. Truly a master-work.
I think I said this in another comment, but its like Lord of the Rings for sci-fi!
Great job you did here. Also, your first youtube presentation? Well done, man!
Thank you! Yes, this was my first ever one, I did manage to make a second video now however, its on the channel if you are interested!
Welcome to the club! I’ve read all FH’s Dune novels back in the 80s. Loved them.
Glad to be here!
Very good clip. I need to watch it many more times; like I read the Dune books (doubl-digits times)
Your describing how Denis told the story thrugh sets, scenes etc........Excellant!
I need to give the first three books another run through! Thank you for the kind words!
Same!! I got hooked on Denis' film, especially since Blade Runner 2049 is one of my favourite films, so I was excited for Dune on the principle that it was a new Villeneuve film, but through that, I became fascinated by Frank Herbert's universe, which led me to read the books, I'm currently at Dune Messiah right now, but I'm really excited especially to keep going, even though I'm finding the series a bit of a tough read.
I also love some of the reinterpretations of characters in the movie too. While I think Baron Harkonnen's portrayal in the books is fantastic, where he's an almost a bloated caricature, completely governed by his greed and gluttony, I also love how the film took a far more terrifying approach to his character, where his consumption and extreme size goes from cartoonish to almost scarily inhuman.
Messiah is a crazy book to read, its a big turn from the first one! I also appreciated the movie portrayals of the characters a lot, seeing a more modern take on them was nice!
I'm 50 and I'm obsessed too. I think the newer generations have finally had their "star wars" moment where a sci-fi film blows their mind like the original star wars trilogy.
It certainly made me feel like I was watching something I hadn’t seen beforeb
I adore the LOTR movies. I had never read Dune. But watching the new Dune movie gave me feelings that I recall from watching Fellowship 20 years ago. I'm reading Dune now.
I felt a similar way!
Excellent reivew. Looking forward to your take on EEAAO.
Hey, thanks! EEAAO is an extremely special movie to me, and so I think it will be an extremely special video!
Same, very much so looking forward to the EEAAO perspective. Movie absolutely made me cry
Kaytuesso's obsession shows really good taste! (imo lol) Villeneuve, Ridley Scott, GREAT names, great production. This video was a pleasure to watch, very professional narration, excellent choice of subject thank you for your work K!
Hey, thank you so much! Im a big fan of film in general, but I do have a soft spot for sci-fi films and those who make them!
excellent presentation bro!!! job well done, keep up the good work. subbed. glad that you are also a star wars lover. looking forward to what you come up with next
Thanks you! Huge Star Wars nerd here, and maybe there is a Star Wars related video coming in the future! I hope you enjoy the EEAAO video!
What a great video! The narration, editing and everything feels so professional!
You deserve a sub!
Oh and yes... Dune is a masterpiece. Watched it 8 times. 6 times in cinema.
Thank you so much, I really appreciate the compliment, and hope you will enjoy the next video as much as you did this one! Man 6 in cinema? I have seen it maybe 6-7 times, but only twice in front of the big screen!
@@kaytuesso_ I knew it would be a great movie but I also wanted it to be a financial success so I tried to contribute as much as I could 😂
I sure have been obsessed with it
Its easy to do!
Great first video! Incredible quality and insight. So when you are planning on reading God Emperor? People either love it and it comes their favorite, or they really dislike it. I'm curious to see where you fall.
I have just started reading it! I’ve heard nothing but polarizing opinions. I’ll make a little post when I finish it!