News culture “It’s a dream for me” Denis Villeneuve is happy about the production of Dune 3, but it will be the last!
Quebec director Denis Villeneuve recently spoke about the future of his latest hit saga “Dune.” As the second installment continues to make a splash in theaters, its creator assures that the third title is coming, but it will be the last!
“Dune: The Messiah will be the last for me“explained Denis Villeneuve in an interview for Time magazine. While science fiction fans reacted to the release of Dune: Part Two, The Quebec director confirms that the third part will be his final production of the saga
Never 2 without 3!
While Denis Villeneuve stated on January 31 that the script for Dune: The Messiah was written and almost finished, Production company Legendary confirmed on Thursday, April 4th that production of the 3rd film has been greenlit!
For me it is a dream to be able to make this third film – Denis Villeneuve also said in an interview for Time Magazine
The next part will be the adaptation of the second of the six books of the science fiction saga entitled “The Messiah of Dune”. In this novel, Paul Atréides, played by Timothée Chalamet, and the Fremen army he led have triumphed over their enemies after twelve years of war. After becoming Emperor Muad’Dib, he sees into the future and divines those who wish to regain control of the precious spice of Arrakis. Princess Irulan, the Bene Gesserit and their mysterious mothers, or even the Space Guild will be among their critics. Everyone is trying to destroy him. When it comes to casting, fans naturally hope that Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya can be seen together on screen one last time.
The 6 volumes of Dune by Frank Herbert
Denis Villeneuve and after Dune
After completing the Dune saga, Denis Villeneuve is already looking towards new cinematic horizons. The Canadian director revealed his future projects, This confirms his commitment to other literary adaptations after the success of Dune. These include “Cleopatra,” based on the book by Stacy Schiff, which promises to offer a refreshing perspective on the Egyptian queen. In addition, Villeneuve will tackle “Rendezvous avec Rama,” inspired by the work of Arthur C. Clarke, which tells of the mysterious arrival on Earth of a spaceship populated by robots.
Legendary also announced that the director will adapt Annie Jacobsen’s Pulitzer Prize finalist book Nuclear War: A Scenario. This ambitious project will explore the consequences of nuclear war through the testimony of military and civilian experts, offering a compelling vision of a post-apocalyptic future. With these projects, Denis Villeneuve once again demonstrates his ability to explore diverse and complex worlds while offering unique and unforgettable experiences.
