Dune: Part Three Still a Possibility Says Denis Villeneuve: Director Denis Villeneuve’s cinematic journey through the sands of Arrakis is far from over as he shares aspirations for a potential third installment in the Dune saga.
While the second part of the franchise is eagerly anticipated Villeneuve’s eyes are set on even grander horizons holding a vision to adapt “Dune Messiah” Frank Herbert’s thought-provoking sequel.
In an exclusive dialogue with Empire Magazine Villeneuve elaborated on his desire to breathe life into “Dune Messiah.” The director conveyed that while the initial Dune adaptation delves into the notion of the hero his rendition aligns more with Herbert’s original intent of conveying a cautionary tale. “Dune Messiah” penned as a response to the heroic perception of Paul Atreides resonates with Denis Villeneuve’s vision that the story serves as a warning a perspective he believes to be closer to Herbert’s vision.
Denis Villeneuve envisions a trilogy encompassing this narrative continuum. He candidly expressed “If I succeed in making a trilogy that would be the dream.” His creative journey would culminate with the third film providing a comprehensive portrayal of Herbert’s multifaceted universe. The director’s passion and commitment shine through as he shared “There are words on paper.”
The upcoming “Dune: Part Two” seamlessly picks up from its predecessor with Paul Atreides (portrayed by Timothée Chalamet) advancing on his quest joined by Chani (Zendaya) and uniting with the Fremen to thwart the malevolent Harkonnens. The film embraces a star-studded cast including returning actors Rebecca Ferguson Javier Bardem Josh Brolin Stellan Skarsgård and Dave Bautista.
Distinguished additions to the ensemble bring a fresh dimension to the sequel. Austin Butler takes on the role of Feyd Rautha characterized by Denis Villeneuve as a fusion of an “Olympic sword master crossed with a psychotic serial killer.” Christopher Walken assumes the role of the Emperor while Florence Pugh embodies Princess Irulan Corrino Léa Seydoux portrays Lady Margot and Souheila Yacoub takes on the character Shishakli.
Villeneuve’s dedication to uniqueness is palpable with “Dune: Part Two” distinguished by its transformative evolution. The director’s innovation extends to the visual aspects transporting audiences to novel settings and realms. “Part One” was a contemplative masterpiece while “Part Two” promises an epic action-driven war movie with novel meticulously crafted sets.
The journey to witness “Dune: Part Two” has been extended as its release date has been postponed to March 15, 2024, due to the ongoing actors’ strike. The delay while unfortunate only fuels the anticipation for Villeneuve’s unparalleled vision to grace the silver screen once again.
As the sands of Arrakis continue to shift Denis Villeneuve remains steadfast in his determination to capture the essence of Frank Herbert’s universe. With the sequel on the horizon and aspirations for a third installment Denis Villeneuve’s artistic odyssey promises to leave an indelible mark on cinematic history.