With the recent developments in technology, the thought of exploring other planets in the Milky Way galaxy has come to mind on a few occasions. However, these thoughts instantly varnish whenever I come to terms with the fact that earth is one of the most habitable planets in the galaxy. Which simply means it isn't all rainbow and sunshine on other planets but meteorites, heat and suffering.
The TV series “Dune” threw some light on what exactly humans are to expect when exploring other planets. I recently saw parts one and two of this series and honestly, I initially thought it to be extremely boring but along the line, it got better.
About The Movie
In the distant future, humanity colonized other planets across the galaxy. The ruling class, the imperium, relies on a rare and highly valuable resource called melange, also known as “spice”. This spice extends human life, enhances cognitive abilities and allows for interstellar travel.
One interesting fact about this Tv series is that the movie is an adaptation from the 1965 classic science fiction novel by Frank Herbert. Usually, when good novels are turned into movies, the movies always seem less interesting than the novels themselves. However, this science fiction TV series directed by Denis Villeneuve differed in a way.
Part One(2021) || Plot Summary and My Opinion
The first part of the story stars Paul Atreides, the son of Duke Leto Atreides and Lady Jessica. Paul's family is appointed by the emperor to govern Arrakis; the desert planet where the spice is found. But, the ruling powers have ulterior motives and the Atreides family soon find themselves in a deadly struggle for power and survival. Paul with his unique abilities must navigate the landscape of Arrakis and strive to survive the bloody power tussle.
The first part of this series came with stunning visuals and an equally captivating plot. To reiterate, I initially felt like the movie was too slowly paced, making it hard to keep my attention on it but along the line, it got really interesting.
Accolades go to the author of the novel and to the movie director as well because this piece took fiction to another level. Sometimes I wonder how far and wide creatives have to think to come up with mind blowing ideas. The simulation of the planets, how humans looked(mutation) and generally how they survived outside earth was just genius.
The talented casts also delivered strong and intense performances across the board. One of the reasons why I still carried on with this series even when it felt like I was making a bad decision was because of Zendaya (who played the role of Chani–one of the Fremen leaders). Before now, I hadn't really seen any movie that Zendaya featured in and I just wanted to do so, hence the consistency. All I can say is that I'm glad my perseverance wasn't in vain.
Also, the first part of the series efficiently paved the way for the next part of the series. Once I was done with the first past there was this thrill and anticipation that made me move on to the next part of the series.
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Part Two(2024)|| Plot Summary and My Opinion.
Part two picks off where the first part left off. Here, Paul and his mother flee into the desert of Arrakis after the brutal attack on their family. Here in the desert, they are taken in by the native Fremen, a tribe of fierce warriors who have been long oppressed by the ruling powers. The leaders of the ruling tribe, Stiglar and Chani, soon recognize Paul as the long prophesied Messiah destined to lead them to victory against their oppressors.
The second part of this movie was where a greater part of the action took place. Fueled by anger, revenge and determination, Paul alongside his new followers went to avenge their oppressors and the scenes were just so intense.
The themes of power, identity and colonization were explicitly demonstrated here. Power where Paul tussled with the oppressors, identity where Paul sought to know who he truly was and what his purpose in Arrakis was. Colonization where Paul and his followers had a glimpse of what colonization looked like and decided that it wasn't for them. Ironic.
Recommendation and Rating
This TV series is a towering feat of Science fiction cinema and would be really captivating for fans of the genre. I was never really enticed by the genre of sci-fi but this TV series changed some of my beliefs.
I would give this TV series a 4.5/5.0 rating as I look forward to the third part which is rumoured to be released by the year 2026. All I can hope for is that the next installment supersedes its predecessors.
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