Reviews – 11/3

Dune: Part Two    9/10

With an IMDb rating of 9, Dune: Part Two has been praised in its ability to solidify itself (and the ongoing trilogy) as a film success. The long-awaited sequel explored Paul Atreides’ (Timothée Chalamet) journey in adapting to the Fremen ways, becoming the Duke of House Atreides, and fighting against his role as a ‘messiah’. 

The film was greeted with many positive reviews, with many people hailing it as one of the greatest sequels of all time, as well as the best film of 2024. Many have expressed how they believe that every aspect of the movie, from acting to cinematography, was a masterpiece. Some call it the “Sci-Fi/Fantasy Epic of our generation”, comparing its delivery and success to that of the original Star Wars trilogy. 

Heavy praise was also seen directed at the cast members. Many have stated how engaging and impressive Timothée Chalamet was when reprising his lead role as Paul Atreides. One viewer spoke about how they were initially “not convinced” by his earlier performance, however he “displayed acting facets I’d not seen before from him” in this sequel. Other people have spoken out about how “fascinating and complex” the character development of Paul Atreides is, and admire how Chalamet was able to embody this character. 

On the other side of reviews, while people are praising Dune: Part Two as a great film, many book-readers are expressing their disappointment in some of the creative decisions made. Some people have expressed how the film ended quite differently to its parallel in the novel, and that they feel that by doing so, the third film may suffer. Of course, every film adaptation of a novel will have its changes and differences, however some creative decisions can negatively impact the entire story as whole. With this thought, one person has suggested that “the first part was better” given that its sequel “deviates too far from the source material”. 

Overall, Dune: Part Two is currently on the receiving end of applause and praise. Many viewers everywhere are gearing up with excitement in anticipation for the final part whilst others are hoping that the final film of this trilogy will do justice to Frank Herbert’s complex story and its characters.