Dune Talk

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: MOVIE NEWS Comments are From Our Previous Dune: Part Two Movie Discussions: Spoiler-Free ReviewReview and Analysis (with Spoilers)Top 3 Changes in Movie vs. BookWritten ReviewVisit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news. This show's hosts: @MarcusIsWriting@DuneCompanion@JohnnySobczak@DuneInfo@darth_rachelDo you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Facebook or Instagram, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com. 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 70Written Review by Johnny SobczakVisit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news. This show's hosts: @MarcusIsWriting@DuneCompanion@JohnnySobczak@DuneInfo@darth_rachel@sdaoudiDo you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Facebook or Instagram, 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 - First Reactions From the Crew: Johnny's X threadMarcus's X postSimon's X postVisit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news. This show's hosts: @MarcusIsWriting@JohnnySobczak@sdaoudiDo you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Facebook or Instagram, 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: DUNE MOVIE NEWS Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode: - Critics and News Outlets Post Overwhelming Positive 'Dune: Part Two' Reactions to Social Media: Germain LussierEpic Film GuysHoai-Tran BuiMax EvryJake's TakesKarl DelossantosDiego AndaluzDavid Erlich- New Movie Footage Shows Paul and Jessica Conversation Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news. This show's hosts: @MarcusIsWriting@DuneCompanion@JohnnySobczakDo you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Facebook or Instagram, 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: DUNE MOVIE NEWS SPOILER TALK Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode: Dune: Part Two London Premiere InterviewsHans Zimmer’s Dune: Part Two Soundtrack Releases on February 23The Art and Soul of Dune: Part Two Collector's Portfolio EditionThe Art and Soul of Dune: Part Two Collector's Artifact EditionVisit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news. This show's hosts: @MarcusIsWriting@DuneCompanion@sdaoudiDo you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Facebook or Instagram, 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: DUNE MOVIE NEWS Dune news story covered on this podcast episode: Overview of Dune: Part Two Cast InterviewsChristopher Nolan Likens Dune: Part Two to The Empire Strikes BackVisit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news. This show's hosts: @MarcusIsWriting@DuneCompanion@DuneInfo@darth_rachelDo you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Facebook or Instagram, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com. Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

On this show we explore intriguing content from the Dune: Part Two feature in Total Film's February 2024 issue. Johnny, Marcus, Rachel, and Simon discuss expanded roles for some of the movie's characters—Chani, Irulan, and Jessica—behind-the-scenes insight into the sandworm scene, and creation of Giedi Prime's unique visuals. What does Denis Villeneuve say will be the biggest difference between original novel and his adaptation? Segments: DUNE MOVIE NEWS Dune news story covered on this podcast episode: Total Film February 2024 Issue 347Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news. This show's hosts: @MarcusIsWriting@JohnnySobczak@darth_rachel@sdaoudiDo you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Facebook or Instagram, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com. Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

With that deluge of new TV spots, the Dune Talk crew is back for a mid-week discussion on what these reveal about Princess Irulan and Feyd-Rautha in the movie. Garin, Marcus, Mark, Rachel, and Simon discuss portrayal of those characters, as well as the Emperor, and potential differences between Dune: Part Two and the novel. What changes can we expect and how might audiences react? Segments: DUNE MOVIE NEWS Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode: Dune: Part Two Clips Highlight Irulan and FeydNew Dune: Part Two Promos Tease Paul-Feyd FightVisit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news. This show's hosts: @MarcusIsWriting@DuneCompanion@DuneInfo@darth_rachel@sdaoudiDo you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Facebook or Instagram, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com. Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

Dr. Kara Kennedy aka Dune Scholar returns to Dune Talk for a special discussion, ahead of publishing her latest book Adaptations of Dune. We're exploring three existing movie and TV versions of Frank Herbert's sci-fi classic—Dune (1984) by David Lynch, Sci-Fi Channel's Frank Herbert's Dune (2000), and Dune: Part One (2021) by Denis Villeneuve—with eclectic questions from Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Mark. Which of these screen adaptations is most faithful to the original novel? Segments: Dune story covered on this podcast episode: Book Review: Adaptations of Dune – Frank Herbert’s Story on Screen Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news. This show's hosts: @MarcusIsWriting@DuneCompanion@JohnnySobczak@DuneInfoSpecial guest: @DuneScholarDo you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Facebook or Instagram, 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 Dune Talk crew attended that IMAX Reissue event and caught an amazing 10-minute sneak peek at Dune: Part Two! Johnny, Marcus, and Simon react to experiencing the full sequence of Paul riding a sandworm for the first time, and debate several intriguing shots from the sizzle reel and montage. Will Alia be mentioned on today's show? You bet. Segments: DUNE MOVIE NEWS Dune news story covered on this podcast episode: Dune Returns to IMAX With Part Two Sneak Peek Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news. This show's hosts: @MarcusIsWriting@JohnnySobczak@sdaoudiDo you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Facebook or Instagram, 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 our first Dune Talk of 2024! We're exploring the lives of Irulan and Chani, key characters in the forthcoming Dune: Part Two movie. What challenges did Imperial princess and young Fremen warrior face, two years before House Atreides arrived on Arrakis? Princess of Dune, a recent prequel novel, answers that question. Marcus and Mark are joined by Rachel, for today's lively book review discussion. And as bonus content, we've got Spacing Guild cosplay and lore! Segments: THE DUNIVERSE Princess of DuneDune news story covered on this podcast episode: Book Review: Princess of Dune Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news. This show's hosts: @MarcusIsWriting@DuneInfo@darth_rachelDo you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Facebook or Instagram, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com. Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

Join Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Mark for an in-depth analysis of the third trailer for Dune: Part Two. Remember, we're in full-spoiler mode this week. Segments: DUNE MOVIE NEWS (Trailer Breakdown) Dune news story covered on this podcast episode: Third Dune: Part Two Trailer Teases Epic Finale Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news. This show's hosts: @MarcusIsWriting@JohnnySobczak@DuneCompanion@DuneInfoDo you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Facebook or Instagram, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com. Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

On this mid-week edition of DUNE TALK, we're joined by special guests Scott Martins and Paul Dennen, from Dire Wolf, to discuss all things Dune: Imperium! With a digital adaptation now in early access on Steam and launch of Dune: Imperium - Uprising—a brand-new standalone release—for tabletop, the game is more accessible than it's ever been. Marcus and Mark have questions on design, gameplay, and lore. How was it like working on a tie-in to Denis Villeneuve's Dune movies? What can we expect, in the future, for the game's community and competitive play? Segments: Dune: ImperiumDune DuneDune: Imperium UprisingDune: Imperium Digital Dune stories covered on this podcast episode: Review – Dune: Imperium Digital Early AccessDune: Imperium - Uprising Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news. This show's hosts: @MarcusIsWriting@DuneInfoSpecial guests: Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Facebook or Instagram, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com. Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

A fresh trailer is finally here, and DUNE TALK is back for reactions! Join the regulars—Garin, Johnny, and Marcus—who just can't wait to discuss this first new footage for Dune: Part Two in over six months. We're covering that epic final battle, relationship of Chani and Paul, and further reveals for the characters of Feyd and Irulan. Plus, should fans be concerned about the movie's more action-focused narrative? Segments: DUNE MOVIE NEWS Dune news story covered on this podcast episode: Third Dune: Part Two Trailer Teases Epic Finale Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news. This show's hosts: @MarcusIsWriting@JohnnySobczak@DuneCompanionDo you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Facebook or Instagram, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com. Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

On this week's Dune Talk our special guest is Tom Huddleston and we're diving into his new book The Worlds of Dune! This visually-appealing hardcover explores actual locations and people that inspired Frank Herbert, as he created universe of Dune. Garin, Marcus, and Mark have questions on its historical revelations, including a few controversial themes. What did Herbert actually think about eugenics and psychedelics? How did Arabic and Native American cultures inform the Fremen, and are some of those influences being avoided in the movies? Segments: The Worlds of DuneThe Worlds of DuneDuneDune Dune story covered on this podcast episode: Book Review – The Worlds of Dune: The Places and Cultures that Inspired Frank Herbert Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news. This show's hosts: @MarcusIsWriting@DuneCompanion@DuneInfoSpecial guest: @TomHuddleston_Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Facebook or Instagram, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com. Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

Premieres of Dune: Part Two may still be five months away—with an actors' strike currently underway—but things haven't been quiet. On this week's DUNE TALK we address the PG-13 rating and what this means for the movie. Plus, there are different runtime figures listed - which is right? Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Simon also offer a rundown of recent Dune releases: Dune: Spice Wars 1.0, three great new books to dive into, and tons of collectibles on the way. Segments: DUNE MOVIE NEWS Dune: Part TwoTHE DUNIVERSE Dune: Spice WarsDune news stories covered on this podcast episode: Dune: Part Two Movie Receives PG-13 RatingReview – Dune Spice Wars 1.0 ReleaseBook Review – A Masterpiece in Disarray: David Lynch’s Dune. An Oral HistoryBook Review – The Spice Must Flow: The Story of Dune, from Cult Novels to Visionary Sci-Fi MoviesBook Review – The Worlds of Dune: The Places and Cultures that Inspired Frank HerbertVisit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news. This show's hosts: @MarcusIsWriting@DuneCompanion@JohnnySobczak@sdaoudiDo you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Facebook or Instagram, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com. Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

Note: Starting from 26:13, discussion includes references to plot points from Dune: Messiah and Children of Dune. On this week's Dune Talk, we're joined by author and entertainment journalist Ryan Britt for an insightful discussion on The Spice Must Flow. Presenting a fascinating narrative of Dune's rich 60-year history, this new book starts at Frank Herbert's weird journey to publishing Dune and ends at Denis Villeneuve's current movie adaptation. Marcus and Mark have lots of questions and all topics are on the table; including themes of ecology, the expanded books, and tackling claims of "cultural appropriation." What is Dune's lasting legacy on this planet? Segments: Dune story covered on this podcast episode: Book Review – The Spice Must Flow Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news. This show's hosts: @MarcusIsWriting@DuneInfoSpecial guest: @RyancBrittDo you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Facebook or Instagram, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com. Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

On this week's Dune Talk, Garin, Marcus, Mark, and Simon dive into Empire's interview with Denis Villeneuve, regarding what we can expect from Dune: Part Two. The director has spoken of his current Dune film adaptation as the realization of a childhood dream, however his ambition extends beyond this second movie. Villeneuve repeats his intention to (eventually) film Dune Messiah, completing a trilogy. What will the third movie be called? Segments: DUNE MOVIE NEWS LANDSRAAD HIGH COUNCIL Dune news stories covered on this podcast episode: Empire Reveals Dune: Part Two Covers, New Denis Villeneuve InterviewFirst Set Photo From Dune: The Sisterhood TV SeriesVisit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news. This show's hosts: @MarcusIsWriting@DuneCompanion@DuneInfo@sdaoudiDo you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Facebook or Instagram, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com. Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

On today's Dune Talk, the crew are joined by Max Evry, author of A Masterpiece in Disarray: David Lynch’s Dune. An Oral History. The film journalist spent two years interviewing dozens of people involved in 1984’s Dune movie and uncovering new behind-the-scenes insights. Marcus, Mark (DuneInfo), and Simon have many questions! Would a certain Top Gun star have made a good Paul Atreides? And, how could the main theme of Frank Herbert's original Dune novel be absent from the movie? Segments: Dune story covered on this podcast episode: Book Review – A Masterpiece in Disarray: David Lynch’s Dune. An Oral History Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news. This show's hosts: @MarcusIsWriting@DuneInfo@sdaoudiSpecial guest: @maxevryDo you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Facebook or Instagram, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com. Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

With the release of Part One: The Photography it's time for a deleted scenes breakdown on Dune Talk! Chiabella Jame's beautiful behind-the-scenes photos offer new insights into footage cut from the final movie, and Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Mark (DuneInfo) are going through these in chronological order. Plus, we address the Dune: Part Two release date change... Is there any silver lining to be found? Segments: DUNE MOVIE NEWS Dune: Part TwoLANDSRAAD HIGH COUNCIL Dune Part One: The photographyDune news stories covered on this podcast episode: Dune: Part Two Movie Delayed to March 2024New Dune Part One: The Photography Book Incoming Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news. This show's hosts: @MarcusIsWriting@DuneCompanion@JohnnySobczak@DuneInfoDo you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Facebook or Instagram, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com. Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.