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The desert important to whom?

Much thought indeed

I think that those who have not enjoyed it, have not watched it on the best set up. The sound stage was truly amazing, it really pulled you in. Great film, even better in Atmos with surrounds and a sub

For me personally I absolutely loved everything about this movie, from the acting, music score, set design, sweeping visuals and a very thoughtful pacing that allows the audience to take it all in. Can’t wait for it’s sequel’s.

I am a fan of the original, it’s one of my all time fav sci-fi films.

I thought this was better. Can’t wait for part two.

Probably the most incredible looking film I have ever seen. The book has finally been realised on film. I’m a big fan of the David Lynch film, but this is in a different league. It is slow at times and the dialogue can be occasionally lost, but the sheer spectacle takes your breath away.

I am sorry for all this viewers, who like this, no offence, but , I find this very, very boring,. In contests, if’s future like this, I don’t want too be involved in that,. 😩

An excellent film

Sick of apple trying to squeeze every penny. I don’t want to buy movies I want to rent it for a reasonable price. Stop with the hard sell

A very exciting plot brilliantly and beautifully executed. Can’t wait for Dune 2.

The most boring film that I have ever seen.

I really don’t understand how people can like this film.

This film needs watching a couple of times to really appreciate how good it really is!

How is this only in HD. What the heck. I am absolute sure when I purchased it a few weeks back it was 4K.

Epic sound and vision

I’ve not read the book, nor seen any previous attempts at bringing it to screen, so I didn’t know what it was about or what the story was. I still didn’t when the credits rolled and had to basically look it up online.

Visually spectacular, decent enough performances. Slow and honestly quite boring for anyone not already a fan prior to seeing it.

Very boring, good special effects but so dull.

The young actors playing Paul and Chani really nail the roles and the rest of the cast are excellent. The ornithopters are the first time I have seen a believable rendition. I have watched it 4 times now just soaking up the visuals. I like the David Lynch and the TV versions as well, as all 3 bring out different understandings of the book.

As a big Dune fan of the books and original David Lynch film.

This was a masterpiece, I can’t wait for part two.

The slowest storytelling. I wouldn't be surprised if this turns out to be a trilogy, as is the norm today. I understand that the novels are complex, but Lynch didn't do that bad a job in compressing the narrative into 2'15". At 2'35", we are not halfway through yet... The party of friends who watched this with me are not in the least interested in continuing with the sequel(s).

I really had high hopes for this…. but the narrative is so convoluted and poorly explained I literally fell asleep about an hour in…

Production values are superb…but as a piece of movie entertainment, this one misses the mark by a mile… shame

Not great but certainly not bad. This felt a lot like the first part of a really long film and I am looking forward to seeing it once all parts are released. The film is shot well and the fx are out of this world.

I have been reading and rereading the Dune books for years and years, and this film has brought to life what I pictured in my minds eye on my first page turn. I love the way the film brings the immensity of the Guild liners, and how the wings of the ornithopters are like giant dragonflies. In fact I don’t think there is anything in this retelling of an epic tale that I dislike. It may not be to everyone’s taste, but personally I can’t wait for part two! This blasts the 1984 David Lynch version, and anything since out the water!

I loved this movie and is a beautiful example of technical excellence. From the cinematography, editing, sounds and customs this film doesn’t fail. The acting is beautiful and the special effects are flawless. The director knows his Sci-Fi and I can’t wait for part II next year.

Takes a bit time to get going but it’s very well filmed and acting is good Rebecca Ferguson is fantastic

this film for me was really boring and slow even worse than eternals and that is saying something - really poor - seen more action from a snail - the music / score was incredibly annoying continuous screeching - i cant understand anyone who rates this highly unless they are paid to give good reviews - this is my opinion only up to others to make theirs

Not for everyone and certainly not the big epic piece it’s being made out to be. Acting is not great and the story moves at a snails pace. Strictly for readers of the books only.

Save your time and money.

This 're-make' lacks the dynamics, characters and storyline to the original movie, so be prepared for disappointment. Then wait for the second half many months later? I don't think so.

For such a great classic, both book and film, the writers and directors had a lot of reference to use but somehow fell short of actually paying any attention. The dialogue was ok, but not well developed, with some key points glossed over. The acting was in a similar boat, it was fine with pretty good fight scenes, but most of the time the cast whispered, and when set against a background of booming music, it was almost lost. The visuals are the primary selling point, with wonderful cgi and landscapes. However, for a nearly three hour movie, I would expect to have had the whole story told, and not as a part one teaser. To think of having to sit through another three hours to complete the plot does not excite me for this.

Visually and sonically stunning, welcome to Arakis.

I’ll tell you straight, I was going to wait until part 2 was made, but thought - ‘What the heck, I’m on holiday…’. and so I watched it. Now just to note, I actually love the wacky 80’s version by David Lynch, and enjoyed the tv mini-series. But is this version any good? The answer is simply “yes!” Of course in my very own opinion. The big question though… is this something you could re-watch - knowing it’s only part one? The answer: “Yes”. 2.5 hrs shot by, didn’t even notice the time passing. This is a flippin’ ace sci-fi, which is serious, and well structured. So, undecided? Just friggin’ watch it. That’s all I have to say.

It’s a good film but lacks the acting talent of the original. It’s a good story. Let’s see if it follows the book with the next film.

The sleeper doesn’t seem to want to awaken and it can be a bit of a snorefest at times.

If you have read or watched any 'DUNE' you will likly enjoy this film, the soundscape may be difficult or jarring for some, but this was made for 'Cinema', that said if you have seen it in the cinema you will no doubt enjoy watching at home.

This remains reasonably faithful to the original film whilst being less rushed as its split into 2. Can’t wait for part two. It does feel a little bit bleaker or less colourful than the original but somehow feels more real for it. The visuals are good, the music is fantastic and the acting is solid. As the first part to deserve 4 or 5 stars but I can understand those who disagree as the point at which it stops is anti-climactic.

I loved the first three books as a child and enjoyed, in part, both the adaptations by David Lynch and John Harrison.

However, the swift running time and overly camp acting by one particular actor (!) was David Lynch’s downfall and the limited budget and, in part, poor acting results in a slightly (particularly now) disappointing experience watching John Harrison’s version.

This new version replicates or improves on that imagery given in my mind’s eye when reading the original book. The acting is almost flawless.

I think that Timothy Chamalet inhabits the role of the boy learning the skills to become a leader almost perfectly and the supporting cast contains some of the greatest living actors around today. Any minor issues I had with Timothy are buffed out thanks to sterling performances from Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Isaac and Jason Mamoa.

The music perfectly compliments the action and the budget on the special effects is well spent. For me, the pace was propulsive and the script was well honed. I am thoroughly looking forward to the 2bd part. I am confident that the film is in the right hands. Roll on 2023!

Film dose not lead anywhere

Main character has a series of vision about saving dune by the time the visions start to happen the film then ends think it would have been a better as a series defiantly not worth the price tag

It was good, but a bit flat like the monotone sets. Preferred the drama and colourful rendition by David Lynch who brought it all to life in a vibrant way.

But kind of expected this from Villeneuve, who seems to like things low key and brooding, rather than baroque and exciting.

I didn’t get the chance to see this on the big screen and I really wish I had! The visuals bring the Dune universe wonderfully to life and the sound design is fantastic. As some others have pointed out there are times when the score can be a bit heavy against some of the character’s dialogue but this is forgivable IMO as you totally get swept away with the music anyway. For those new to the Dune universe there’s probably a lot to take in, but you’ll also enjoy what’s to come - bring on part 2!

Very disappointed. The 1989s version was far better. Built story and characters quickly and told whole thing in one movie.

This was an expensive, filmed in the dark load of worm cast. Somebody let the directors sway with the shock of going from dark cave to bright desert just that little too often.

Maybe the second film will get more right? My fear is that it doesn’t.

There again, fear is a the mind killer ………..

Worst movie ive seen in 2021.

Alot of people dont seem to realise the rental price is high because its still in cinema and studio set price for that not itunes. Its been like that for over a year due to cinema closures yet people still dont understand. They are charging you what you would pay for two seats in cinema

Requires investment into the sci fi world, and for those new to the story, acceptance it won’t all make sense immediately. But wow. Worth watching many times.

This film is visually stunning and has great atmosphere and world building. I found the story a little boring and I feel like things could have moved along more quickly.

This isn’t something I usually complain about and I can usually deal with quiet talking and music playing, but this film seems especially bad for actors mumbling quietly while music plays and I just couldn’t make out some of what was said. This isn’t really acceptable when you’re expected to understand the world you’re being dropped into.

First there will be normal version of part 1. Then an extended director’s cut. Then there will be normal part 2. Then a normal box set of both parts. Then an extended director’s cut of part 2. Then a director’s cut extended edition of both parts. Then an anniversary deluxe edition with 2 extra comments from the cinematographer…

I will probably wait 3 years and buy the extended edition boxset… 🤨

Without doubt the best adaptation of Dune ever made. Part two can’t come soon enough!

The soundtrack is so annoying, sandstorm but yet drums have huge reverb. Emotional scenes silent and scenes with emotion flooded with boring trope music louder than my eyes can even see.

Boring nonsense

Brilliant movie, saw at movies but I won’t be paying £15.99 to rent. I would consider paying if I got to retain purchase at later date. As it stands it’s a rip off.

Remember when Fellowship of the Ring came out, and you loved it and couldn’t wait for part 2?

Yeah. Same here. Like all great movie adaptations, it knows its source material well, and reframes it so it works flawlessly as a film. A brilliant imagining of Herbert’s world and half of the first book.

Performances, direction, pace and visuals are spot on. I was gripped. Roll on 2023.

The only thing disappointing about this film is I’ve got to wait two years to see part 2.

I am aware all critics loved this movie and it’s visuals were stunning but overall it was just nonsense and talking that went on for 2 hours and it was so bad

Pounds..................... to rent, get out of here apple

Simply magnificent!

Just a brilliant watched it three times at the Cinema.

One of the best sci-fi films of all time. Outstanding in every way. Acting is flawless. Visuals incredible.

Really bad news if this is a part one movie, people will think they’ve been conned!