The first trailer for one of the most anticipated films of the year has arrived and it gives us our first fascinating look at director Denis Villeneuve's take on Frank Herbert's work, DUNE.
This marks the second time that Herbert's 1965 novel has been adapted for the big screen. The first film came in 1984 and was directed by David Lynch. The film starred Kyle MacLachlan and featured an ensemble of well-known American and European actors in supporting roles. Lynch's take, which he considers his biggest career disappointment due to his lack of creative control and studio interference, was a box office failure and was negatively reviewed by critics. Although the film has developed a cult following in the subsequent years, Villeneuve is hoping that his vision will be met with much more enthusiasm.
The trailer made its official debut ahead of screenings of TENET over the weekend but now those who weren't ready to go to movies, or live in Los Angeles like myself where indoor theaters aren't open yet due to the pandemic, can now view the trailer in all of its glory online. I must say I'm not a fan of the 1984 film and I've never read the book but Villeneuve is one of my favorite directors working today and his distinct vision across his other films is what has me hyped for this release.
DUNE follows the son of a noble family that is entrusted with the protection of the most valuable asset and most vital element in the galaxy. Villeneuve has gathered an impressive ensemble cast for the film including Timothee Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Isaac, Josh Brolin, Stellan Skarsgard, Dave Bautista, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Zendaya, David Dastmalchian, Chang Chen, Sharon Duncan-Brewster, Charlotte Rampling, Jason Momoa, and Javier Bardem.
Did YOU like the trailer? DUNE hits screens in the United States in IMAX and 3D on December 18, 2020.