“I wrote Part 2 having that in mind”: Denis Villeneuve’s Major Change to Zendaya’s Role in Dune 2 is a Homage to Frank Herbert That Made Book Purists Upset
2024/04/06

Denis Villeneuve’s Dune 2 is being hailed as a highly successful blockbuster, surpassing expectations set by its predecessor. The film, which stays true to Frank Herbert's novels with some key changes, features Zendaya's character, Chani, in a more prominent and complex role. Villeneuve explained that his decision to alter Chani's character arc in Dune 2 was inspired by Herbert's original intentions for Paul Atreides. The ending of the sequel sets the stage for further exploration of the relationship between Chani and Atreides in the next installment. Villeneuve, who had longed to adapt Dune since his teenage years, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to bring the beloved story to life on screen. With Dune 2 already breaking box office records, fans can anticipate an exciting continuation of the franchise in the upcoming third installment. Viewers can catch Dune on Hulu and Dune 2 in theaters.

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