Feature adaptation of Frank Herbert's science fiction novel about the son of a noble family entrusted with the protection of the most valuable asset and most vital element in the galaxy.
A Duke's son leads desert warriors against the galactic emperor and his father's evil nemesis to free their desert world from the emperor's rule. I think this is one of the more underrated movies in Science Fiction history. It may be because the director himself was not happy with it, or because fans expected too much from a simple two hour movie.
David Lynch famously brought his "Dune" vision to the screen in 1984. The film score for Dune was composed by the Rock group TOTO their first and only film score . Its sublime.
Alicia Witt
in David Lynch's 1984 film adaptation Alia Atreides backed up by rock group TOTO was a highlight of the film .
For those who haven't read the book - including myself - the 2h 17m movie is a bizarre collection of characters, sets, endless references of spice, and constant internal dialogues that serve as narration.
It's a heavy film, you may need to be a sci-fi enthusiast to enjoy this, partly because of content, partly because of the long running time.
As a side note, Princess Irulan's (Virginia Madsen) opening introduction is vastly helpful. I am pointing this out as If one is not familiar with lore of Dune ,Lynch's film despite what critics and some fans may have said about the effort ; I personally think it is excellent "a film that gives LSD hallucinations without taking LSD."
My favorite aspect, the visuals, absolutely breathtaking ! Lynch's version is a great starting point even though liberties were taken ; to learn the lore and charterers penned in Herbert's novel.
Hardly a cohesive experience (Vintage Lynch) but individual scenes are brought to life with striking power. Lynch's third feature may have been a commercial disaster, but it gets under your skin and is enhanced by unforgettable images and an extraordinary soundtrack. 9/10.
A Duke's son leads desert warriors against the galactic emperor and his father's evil nemesis to free their desert world from the emperor's rule. I think this is one of the more underrated movies in Science Fiction history. It may be because the director himself was not happy with it, or because fans expected too much from a simple two hour movie.
David Lynch famously brought his "Dune" vision to the screen in 1984. The film score for Dune was composed by the Rock group TOTO their first and only film score . Its sublime.
Alicia Witt
in David Lynch's 1984 film adaptation Alia Atreides backed up by rock group TOTO was a highlight of the film .
For those who haven't read the book - including myself - the 2h 17m movie is a bizarre collection of characters, sets, endless references of spice, and constant internal dialogues that serve as narration.
It's a heavy film, you may need to be a sci-fi enthusiast to enjoy this, partly because of content, partly because of the long running time.
As a side note, Princess Irulan's (Virginia Madsen) opening introduction is vastly helpful. I am pointing this out as If one is not familiar with lore of Dune ,Lynch's film despite what critics and some fans may have said about the effort ; I personally think it is excellent "a film that gives LSD hallucinations without taking LSD."
My favorite aspect, the visuals, absolutely breathtaking ! Lynch's version is a great starting point even though liberties were taken ; to learn the lore and charterers penned in Herbert's novel.
Hardly a cohesive experience (Vintage Lynch) but individual scenes are brought to life with striking power. Lynch's third feature may have been a commercial disaster, but it gets under your skin and is enhanced by unforgettable images and an extraordinary soundtrack. 9/10.