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This episode is all about you, viewers and listeners of DUNE TALK. The crew returns—after even more 'Dune: Part Two' screenings—to read out some comments from our recent movie reviews. Garin, Johnny, Marcus, Mark, and Rachel discuss the community's diverse thoughts on a North-South division within Fremen society, Chani's very different character, and whether there's a plot-hole in the Bene Gesserit plans? And, we've got box office news and more analysis. Plus, would the hosts rather see 'Dune' as movies or longer TV mini-series?

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro

MOVIE NEWS
0:01:30 - 'Dune: Part Two' Box Office Update
0:07:01 - Movie Reactions From the Community
0:09:44 - 'Dune' as a TV Series?
0:20:22 - Religion & Fremen North-South Divide
0:33:52 - Bene Gesserrit Plan Plothole?
0:39:25 - Controversial Changes to Chani
0:53:28 - Alia's Role as a Talking Fetus

1:02:25 - Outro

Comments are From Our Previous 'Dune: Part Two' Movie Discussions:

- Spoiler-Free Review [DUNE TALK episode 70]:
https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/02/dune-talk-podcast-70-dune-part-two-movie-review-spoiler-free/

- Review and Analysis (with Spoilers) [DUNE TALK episode 71]:
https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/03/dune-talk-podcast-71-dune-part-two-movie-review-with-spoilers/

- Top 3 Changes in Movie vs. Book, by Secrets of Dune:
https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/03/dune-part-two-movie-book-changes-secrets-of-dune/

- Written Review, by Johnny Sobczak:
https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/02/movie-review-dune-part-two/

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This show's hosts:
• Marcus Gabriel | https://twitter.com/MarcusIsWriting
• Garin Granata | https://twitter.com/DuneCompanion
• Johnny Sobczak | https://twitter.com/JohnnySobczak
• Mark / DuneInfo | https://twitter.com/DuneInfo
• Rachel | https://www.instagram.com/darth_rachel/
• Simon Daoudi | https://twitter.com/sdaoudi


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Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

This is the big one! All DUNE TALK regulars have seen Denis Villeneuve's 'Dune: Part Two' (some even 5 times) and converge for a comprehensive analysis. That's right! Garin, Johnny, Marcus, Mark, Rachel, and Simon are in FULL-SPOILER mode for this movie review, juxtaposed with character breakdowns, thematic explorations, and comparisons with Frank Herbert's original novel. With these diverse perspectives, there are bound to be disagreements. What are the film's greatest achievements and how may it influence the legacy of the 'Dune' series?


Our Previous 'Dune: Part Two' Movie Reviews (Spoiler-Free):

- DUNE TALK Podcast Episode 70
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ponaGLw-SyU

- Written Review by Johnny Sobczak
https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/02/movie-review-dune-part-two/

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This show's hosts:
• Marcus Gabriel | https://twitter.com/MarcusIsWriting
• Garin Granata | https://twitter.com/DuneCompanion
• Johnny Sobczak | https://twitter.com/JohnnySobczak
• Mark / DuneInfo | https://twitter.com/DuneInfo
• Rachel | https://www.instagram.com/darth_rachel/
• Simon Daoudi | https://twitter.com/sdaoudi


Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow: https://twitter.com/DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunetalkshow/ or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneTalkShow/, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com.

Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

It's really happening!! On this 70th episode of DUNE TALK, we're doing our first review of 'Dune: Part Two', with no spoilers. Max out your hype levels with Johnny, Marcus, and Simon, as they share upbeat reactions to watching this remarkable movie event for the first time, as well as addressing several criticisms. Is this a masterpiece or do some of this film adaptation's choices hold it back from perfection?


'Dune' news stories covered on this podcast episode:

- Movie Review – ‘Dune: Part Two’
https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/02/movie-review-dune-part-two/

- First Reactions From the Crew:
Johnny: https://twitter.com/JohnnySobczak/status/1760156467879977406
Marcus: https://twitter.com/MarcusIsWriting/status/1760583998395269235
Simon: https://twitter.com/sdaoudi/status/1760564690890244364

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This show's hosts:
• Marcus Gabriel | https://twitter.com/MarcusIsWriting
• Johnny Sobczak | https://twitter.com/JohnnySobczak
• Simon Daoudi | https://twitter.com/sdaoudi


Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow: https://twitter.com/DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunetalkshow/ or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneTalkShow/, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com.

Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

Critics and press have watched 'Dune: Part Two', and the reactions are in! On today's DUNE TALK, Garin, Johnny, and Marcus are going through the social media commentary. The overall sentiment is affirmative, but what do these posts tell us about this movie's acting performances and storytelling execution. Could those comparisons to 'The Lord of the Rings' really be justified? Plus, breaking down the latest movie footage, featuring Paul and Jessica.

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro

MOVIE NEWS
0:01:28 - 'Dune: Part Two' Social Media Reactions
0:07:01 - How About Second Impressions?
0:10:51 - Austin Butler's Monstrous Feyd-Rautha
0:15:36 - An Immense, Yet Intimate Movie
0:21:47 - Exploring Politics and Religion
0:26:55 - Comparisons to 'The Lord of the Rings'
0:36:51 - Convincing 'Dune: Part One' Skeptics
0:41:10 - Timothée Chalamet's Morally Complex Paul
0:45:44 - Footage: Paul and Jessica Conversation
0:52:35 - Do These Reactions Address Concerns?

0:57:50 - Outro

'Dune' news stories covered on this podcast episode:

- Critics and News Outlets Post Overwhelming Positive 'Dune: Part Two' Reactions to Social Media

• Germain Lussier: https://twitter.com/GermainLussier/status/1758249827412938992
• Epic Film Guys: https://twitter.com/EpicFilmGuys/status/1758542740554396129
• Hoai-Tran Bui: https://twitter.com/htranbui/status/1758249830084923732
• Max Evry: https://twitter.com/maxevry/status/1758296073930420578
• Jake's Takes: https://twitter.com/JakesTakes/status/1758257110490509808
• Karl Delossantos: https://twitter.com/karl_delo/status/1758249827295465606
• Diego Andaluz: https://twitter.com/thediegoandaluz/status/1758250071534018907
• David Erlich: https://twitter.com/davidehrlich/status/1758250292389294351

- New Movie Footage Shows Paul and Jessica Conversation
https://twitter.com/DuneInfo/status/1758500485579845983

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This show's hosts:
• Marcus Gabriel | https://twitter.com/MarcusIsWriting
• Garin Granata | https://twitter.com/DuneCompanion
• Johnny Sobczak | https://twitter.com/JohnnySobczak

Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow: https://twitter.com/DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunetalkshow/ or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneTalkShow/, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com.

Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

As many of you requested, this week's DUNE TALK includes a special spoiler segment (starting 23 minutes in)! In addition to official movie news—Anya Taylor-Joy casting, soundtrack reveal, and 'The Art and Soul of Dune: Part Two' releases—Garin, Marcus, and Simon address the rumors about certain characters and events in 'Dune: Part Two'. Director Denis Villeneuve says his adaptation has some differences from the book. Will those diminish or enhance this classic story?

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro

MOVIE NEWS
0:01:50 - Anya Taylor-Joy Joins 'Dune: Part Two' Cast
0:07:25 - 'Dune: Part Two' Soundtrack Revealed
0:17:39 - 'The Art and Soul' Collector's Editions

SPOILER TALK
0:22:51 - Spoiler Warning
0:24:31 - Changing Timelines
0:37:12 - Alia in 'Dune: Part Two'
0:45:58 - Denis Villeneuve's Vision
0:48:40 - Anya Taylor-Joy's Role in 'Dune'
0:52:45 - The Baron's Fate
0:56:47 - Paul's Unsettling Ascension
1:02:29 - Where is Leto II?
1:06:34 - Final Thoughts

1:09:30 - Outro

'Dune' news stories covered on this podcast episode:

‘Dune: Part Two’ London Premiere Interviews
https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/02/dune-part-two-london-premiere-interviews/

Hans Zimmer’s ‘Dune: Part Two’ Soundtrack Releases on February 23
https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/02/dune-part-two-soundtrack-hans-zimmer-singles-released/

'The Art and Soul of Dune: Part Two' Collector's Portfolio Edition
https://insighteditions.com/products/the-art-and-soul-of-dune-part-two-2

'The Art and Soul of Dune: Part Two' Collector's Artifact Edition
https://insighteditions.com/products/the-art-and-soul-of-dune-part-two-1

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This show's hosts:
• Marcus Gabriel | https://twitter.com/MarcusIsWriting
• Garin Granata | https://twitter.com/DuneCompanion
• Simon Daoudi | https://twitter.com/sdaoudi

Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow: https://twitter.com/DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunetalkshow/ or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneTalkShow/, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com.

Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

The crew are back to dive for more 'Dune: Part Two' insights from the sea of interviews. Garin, Marcus, Mark, and Rachel discuss comments from Villeneuve and his cast members regarding Paul being an antihero figure, the heartbreaking conclusion of the movie, and how the director's choices bring realism into depiction of its characters. We're also comparing big screen formats, including Dolby Cinema, IMAX, and 4DX. And finally, would Frank Herbert have approved of the merchandise for this movie?

Segments:

0:00:00 - Intro

DUNE MOVIE NEWS
0:01:27 - Dolby Cinema Versus Other Premium Formats
0:11:54 - Christopher Nolan and Denis Villeneuve in Conversation
0:22:44 - Cast Interviews Tease Paul's Antihero Role
0:25:36 - 'Dune: Part Two's Heartbreaking Finale
0:31:02 - The Duality of Paul and Feyd-Rautha
0:33:18 - Denis Villeneuve's Realism in Filmmaking
0:42:19 - Feyd's Deadly Sietch Raid
0:55:20 - The 'Dune' Popcorn Bucket

0:58:32 - Outro

'Dune' news stories covered on this podcast episode:

Overview of ‘Dune: Part Two’ Cast Interviews
https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/02/dune-part-two-movie-cast-interviews-press-junket/

Christopher Nolan Likens ‘Dune: Part Two’ to ‘The Empire Strikes Back’
https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/02/christopher-nolan-denis-villeneuve-conversation-imax-tenet-dune/

Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on social media to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news:
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This show's hosts:
• Marcus Gabriel | https://twitter.com/MarcusIsWriting
• Garin Granata | https://twitter.com/DuneCompanion
• Mark / DuneInfo | https://twitter.com/DuneInfo
• Rachel | https://www.instagram.com/darth_rachel/

Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow: https://twitter.com/DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunetalkshow/ or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneTalkShow/, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com.

Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.