Dune (Special TV Edition) (DVD)

...all six of Herbert's original Dune series, as well as the three 'House' series that his son wrote with Kevin Anderson, so I'm well versed in the world of 'Dune'. For this reason, I probably followed the movie a lot more than others might have done and probably didn't recognise where the uninitiated might struggle with certain aspects. Prior knowledge of the books isn't essential, but it probably does help. This Special TV Edition attempts to correct ...
...comers to the world of Dune will probably appreciate this, more experienced viewers will probably prefer Princess Irulan's introduction. Alan Smithee is credited with directing this film. Alan Smithee is a fictional director, his name only appearing when the original director is unprepared to lend his name to the movie. Does Lynch's refusal to lend his name mean the movie worse? Well, no, not as such...but nor is it really any better. The additional ...

BlueMidget 12.04.2006 · Read full review
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Review of Dune (Special TV Edition) (DVD)

...who must have a definitive Dune collection, but in my opinion, it doesn't add that much to the film. In general, I would recommend this film to anyone feeling nostalgic for old sci-fi epics, and to anyone who thinks that films such as the Chronicles of Riddick are better in comparison to the greats. Oh, and watch out for the insane flying baron. ...

chuff88 17.11.2006 · Read full review
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