Filmmaking icon Steven Spielberg recently praised director Denis Villeneuve’s sci-fi epic Dune 2, hailing it as one of the most brilliant science fiction films he has ever seen. The two directors discussed the movie on The Director's Cut - A DGA Podcast, with Spielberg expressing admiration for a scene involving giant sandworms on the desert planet Arrakis.
Spielberg, known for his own iconic sci-fi films like Close Encounters of the Third Kind and Jurassic Park, lauded Dune 2 for its casting and fight sequences. He compared Villeneuve to esteemed directors such as Stanley Kubrick and James Cameron, acknowledging him as a builder of worlds.
Such high praise from Spielberg is expected to boost Dune: Part Two's Oscar chances. Other filmmakers, including Christopher Nolan, have also commended the movie, drawing comparisons to classics like Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back and The Dark Knight.
Dune: Part Two follows the journey of Paul Atreides as he seeks revenge against those who destroyed his family. The film stars a stellar cast including Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, and Josh Brolin.
Villeneuve expressed gratitude for the positive feedback, particularly appreciating Nolan's comparison to Empire Strikes Back, his favorite Star Wars film.
With its release in theaters, Dune: Part Two continues to captivate audiences with its epic storytelling and visual spectacle, solidifying its place among the best science fiction movies of all time.
