Tonight, the stars descended on London for the world premiere ofDune: Part Two, and fans have been buzzing with anticipation for first impressions of the film. Well, they’re here, and it’s going to do nothing to dampen the excitement. First reactions to the film appear to indicate that directorDenis Villeneuvehas outdone himself with what can only be described as a masterpiece of science-fiction cinema.
The movie starsTimothée ChalametandZendayain the lead roles alongside newcomersFlorence Pugh, Austin Butler,Dave Bautista,Josh Brolin,Rebecca Ferguson,Christopher Walken,Javier Bardem,Léa Seydoux,Stephen McKinley Henderson,Stellan Skarsgård, and more, with performances from many of them drawing admiration.Anya Taylor-Joyrounds out the cast with a surprise appearanceat the premiere in London — but don’t worry, we won’t be spoiling who she’s playing.
Whether you’re most looking forward to the introduction of Pugh’s Princess Irulan or Butler’s menacing Feyd-Rautha, it seems like the highly anticipated sequel has something for everyone, making it well worth the three-year wait. While we’ll still have to wait a few more weeks to see it ourselves, following the film’s world premiere in London we’re getting a taste of what to expect.
What Are Critics and Fans Saying About ‘Dune: Part Two’?
Collider’sSteve Weintraubloved the sequel calling out its “incredible filmmaking” and praising everything from the score to the cast.
Meanwhile,Eric Eisenbergof CinemaBlend noted thatPart Twois a “faithful adaptation” with “some smart changes.” Others likeScott J. Davispraise the “uniformly superb cast.”
Sean O’Connellof CinemaBlend also calls it “a towering achievement” and Gizmodo’sGermain Lussierpromises that Villeneuve “sticks the landing.”
There’s plenty of praise to go around for Villeneuve with folks likeGriffin SchillerandJazz TangcaycallingDune: Part Twothe filmmaker’s magnum opus.Brandon Davisurges fans to see it on the most immersive screen possible.
Total Film’sJordan Farleycalled it “the definitive version of a seminal text,” whileHoai-Tran Buialso opted for aLord of the Ringscomparison.Courtney Howardcalled it “jaw-dropping” and “an adrenaline rush to the head.”
Dune: Part Twowill premiere on March 1. Tickets are available to purchase below.
Dune: Part Two
Paul Atreides unites with Chani and the Fremen while seeking revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family.
