‘Dune’ sequel formally greenlit, to be launched in 2023

By PTI

LOS ANGELES: Filmmaker Denis Villeneuve is returning to direct the half two of his “Dune” collection as Legendary and Warner Bros introduced the sequel that will probably be launched theatrically on October 20, 2023.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, lead star Timothee Chalamet will even reprise his function of Paul Atreides for the follow-up, primarily based on creator Frank Herbert in his 1965 traditional novel “Dune”.

Set within the distant future, “Dune” follows Paul Atreides, whose household assumes management of the desert planet Arrakis, which is the one identified location of the galaxy’s most significant and mind-altering mineral known as “spice”.

After Paul and his household are betrayed, the story explores themes of politics, faith, and man’s relationship to nature, as Paul leads a riot to revive his household’s reign.

Villeneuve, who has beforehand mentioned he needed to inform the story of “Dune” in two components because of the complexity of the supply materials, expressed his gratitude to the makers for making his dream come true.

“I just received news from Legendary that we are officially moving forward with Dune: Part Two. It was a dream of mine to adapt Frank Herbert’s Dune and I have the fans, the cast, and crew, Legendary and Warner Bros to thank for supporting this dream. This is only the beginning,” the director mentioned in a press release.

Villeneuve’s “Dune” arrived in theatres and on WarnerMedia’s streamer HBO Max concurrently on October 22.

The movie earned a commendable USD 40.1 million in its home debut, the largest of Villeneuve’s profession in addition to the largest opening of the 12 months for Warner Bros.

It was Legendary’s name to maneuver ahead with a sequel or not.

Legendary mentioned the banner is happy to formally transfer ahead with “Dune: Part Two”.

“We would not have gotten to this point without the extraordinary vision of Denis and the amazing work of his talented crew, the writers, our stellar cast, our partners at Warner Bros, and of course the fans! Here’s to more Dune,” the manufacturing home mentioned.

Toby Emmerich, chairman of Warner Bros Pictures Group, mentioned the group is wanting ahead to persevering with the journey of “Dune” with Villeneuve and his group.

“Denis Villeneuve has crafted a movie that’s each visually extraordinary and emotionally transporting, as evidenced by its international success each critically and on the field workplace.

We are thrilled to proceed on this journey with Denis and his forged and crew, and our companions at Legendary, and may’t wait to convey the subsequent chapter of this epic story to theaters in October 2023,” Emmerich added.

Villeneuve tailored the ebook in collaboration with Eric Roth and Jon Spaihts.

The first “Dune” additionally starred Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Isaac, Jason Momoa, Josh Brolin and Zendaya.

The novel was beforehand tailored by veteran filmmaker David Lynch right into a 1984 film which made information again then for the director’s frequent clashes with the producers.