The crew is back for DUNE TALK! It's time for reactions to the 'Dune: Prophecy' TV series, including our favorite moments and criticisms. Marcus, Mark, Rachel, and Simon, joined by returning special guest Dr. Kara Kennedy, are exploring how this HBO show connects with the wider Dune universe, key character developments, and its thematic elements such as horror. Plus, what do we expect from the (confirmed) second season, including character arcs and plot points. Segments: 0:00:00 Introductions TV NEWS 0:01:54 Dune: Prophecy Reactions 0:05:18 Connecting the TV Show to the Movies 0:10:36 The Harkonnen Sisters' Portrayal 0:11:34 Mother-Son Relationships in Dune 0:13:55 Sisterhood's Ideology and Loyalty 0:22:20 Flashbacks 0:32:37 Expanding the Dune Universe 0:39:18 Horror Elements in Dune Prophecy 0:44:46 Women in Power and Gender Dynamics 0:46:03 Prequels and Fan Service 0:47:50 Technological Stagnation in the Dune Universe 0:48:43 The Sisterhood's Role and Future Predictions 0:57:59 Arrakis and Season Two Speculations 1:09:46 Final Thoughts and Ratings 1:15:42 Outro Also read our 'Dune: Prophecy' episode reviews, written by Dr. Kara Kennedy: - Episode 1: https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/11/dune-prophecy-episode-1-review/ - Episode 2: https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/11/dune-prophecy-episode-2-review/ - Episode 3: https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/12/dune-prophecy-episode-3-review/ - Episode 4: https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/12/dune-prophecy-episode-4-review/ - Episode 5: https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/12/dune-prophecy-episode-5-review/ - Episode 6: https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/12/dune-prophecy-episode-6-review/ Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on social media to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news: Twitter: https://twitter.com/DuneNewsNet | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunenewsnet/ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneNewsNet/ This show's hosts: • Marcus Gabriel | https://twitter.com/MarcusIsWriting • Mark / DuneInfo | https://twitter.com/DuneInfo • Rachel | https://www.instagram.com/darth_rachel/ • Simon Daoudi | https://twitter.com/sdaoudi Special guest: • Kara Kennedy | https://twitter.com/DuneScholar Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow: https://twitter.com/DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunetalkshow/ or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneTalkShow/, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com. Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

DUNE TALK welcomes THE SISTERHOOD to this feed, for another in-depth episode breakdown of 'Dune: Prophecy'! Welcome to The Sisterhood Podcast. Join hosts Hannah and Marie-Claire as they delve into the season finale of HBO's 'Dune: Prophecy' TV series. This episode covers key topics such as the official renewal for Season 2, significant character arcs like Valya's transformation, and the emotional journey of Tula and her son Desmond. Our conversation includes a deep dive into the mythic motifs and psychological concepts presented in this episode, including insights on redemption, the shadow, and what it means to be stuck in the underworld. Tune in for an in-depth look at how these timeless themes resonate within the Dune universe. Engage with us as we explore the rich and complex narratives, character developments, and overarching mythology that makes 'Dune: Prophecy' a compelling watch. Stay tuned for a possible season retrospective and more mythic analysis in future episodes. Segments: 0:00:00 Welcome to the Sisterhood 0:01:10 Season Two Renewal Announcement 0:04:02 Streaming vs. Traditional Cable 0:06:30 Listener Questions and Favorite Characters 0:08:16 Lila's Struggle and Symbolism 0:11:17 Bene Gesserit Mission and Supercomputers 0:16:39 Control of the Throne 0:18:28 Themes and Motifs 0:18:33 The Shadow and The Collective 0:24:53 Heroes Stuck in the Underworld 0:31:45 Character Archetypes and Transformations 0:44:11 Episode Breakdown 1:01:51 Dorothea's Trickery and Javicco’s Confrontation 1:03:46 Lila's Return and Emmeline's Discovery 1:04:56 Jen's Resilience and the Virus Mystery 1:07:10 Dorothea's Followers and Valya's Plan 1:16:28 Javicco’s Struggle and Francesca's Fate 1:18:05 Dorothea's Revelation and the Skeletons in the Pool 1:25:57 Valya's Transformation 1:38:34 Sin-Eaters and Desmond’s Chance for Redemption 1:44:05 Arrakis Awaits: The New Journey Begins 1:45:53 Next Step in the Alchemical Journey 1:49:32 Season Finale Reflections and Future Hopes This show's hosts: • Hannah | https://x.com/sihayaspring • Marie-Claire | https://x.com/MarieCGould Do you have a question or suggestion for future episodes of The Sisterhood? We want to hear from you! Tweet out to https://x.com/PodcastAboveAll, reply to our Instagram posts https://www.instagram.com/podcastaboveall/, or find us on Bluesky @podcastaboveall.bsky.social. Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more 'Dune' news and features. Follow us on social media to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news: Twitter: https://twitter.com/DuneNewsNet | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunenewsnet/ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneNewsNet/

DUNE TALK welcomes THE SISTERHOOD to this feed, for another in-depth episode breakdown of 'Dune: Prophecy'! Join hosts Hannah and Marie Claire as they delve deep into the world of 'Dune: Prophecy' in this episode presented by Dune News Net and What The Force. From discussions about potential schisms within the Sisterhood, theories about character fates, to analyzing archetypes and dark unions, this episode covers it all. The hosts also tackle viewer questions from Discord and Blue Sky, offering insights into Desmond Hart as the Divine Child, and speculate on the impact of key events leading to the finale. With breakdowns of character dynamics, story arcs, and the alchemical journey, this episode is essential for any 'Dune' enthusiast gearing up for the season finale. Segments: 0:00:00 Welcome to the Sisterhood 0:00:44 Opening Questions and Theories 0:05:38 Exploring Archetypes in Dune 0:08:32 Life Archetypes and Their Shadows 0:12:47 Character Analysis: Lila and Constantine 0:22:09 Desmond's Role and the Sardaukar 0:28:05 Francesca's Return and Family Dynamics 0:41:33 Harrow's Dilemma and Valya's Plans 0:52:55 Smart Moves and Character Foils 0:54:15 Dune References and Juxtapositions 0:55:25 The Omnius Plague and Virus Theories 0:58:11 Michaela and Desmond's Confrontation 1:03:06 Constantine's Purpose and Family Dynamics 1:13:07 Unions and Betrayals 1:20:46 Desmond's Dark Mother and Projections 1:24:59 The Divine Child and Alchemical Union 1:33:03 Listener Questions and Theories 1:40:43 Final Thoughts and Farewell This show's hosts: • Hannah | https://x.com/sihayaspring • Marie-Claire | https://x.com/MarieCGould Do you have a question or suggestion for future episodes of The Sisterhood? We want to hear from you! Tweet out to https://x.com/PodcastAboveAll, reply to our Instagram posts https://www.instagram.com/podcastaboveall/, or find us on Bluesky @podcastaboveall.bsky.social. Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more 'Dune' news and features. Follow us on social media to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news: Twitter: https://twitter.com/DuneNewsNet | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunenewsnet/ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneNewsNet/

DUNE TALK welcomes THE SISTERHOOD to this feed, for another in-depth episode breakdown of 'Dune: Prophecy'! Join Hannah and Marie Claire as they dive deep into the themes of Episode 4, Twice Born. From dissecting cryptic dreams to uncovering the unseen powers at play, this episode explores the psychological and mythological layers of the story. Listen to in-depth discussions about Valya's confrontation with her family's past, Lila's transformative resurrection, and Desmond's role as Ynez’s archetypal Predator. The hosts also touch upon the implications of changing archetypes and the looming existential threats facing the Sisterhood. Tune in for insightful analysis and key revelations that set the stage for the final episodes of the season. Remember to like, subscribe, and follow the Sisterhood on DuneNewsNet.com and social media to stay updated! Segments: 0:00:00 Welcome to the Sisterhood 0:00:16 Meet the Hosts 0:01:06 Exploring Internal Whispers 0:03:52 Symbolism of the Whale Carcass 0:06:49 The God with Blue Eyes 0:14:44 Archetypes and Character Development 0:25:51 Dreams vs. Myths 0:29:41 Emmeline's Vision 0:43:18 Destruction of Knowledge and Misquotes 0:44:38 Synchronicity and Spiritual Connections 0:46:25 Character Archetypes and Future Arcs 0:48:44 Political Intrigues and Machinations 0:50:11 Ixians and Technology 0:53:25 Rebellion and Character Motivations 0:54:53 Valya's Plan and the Landsraad Meeting 0:01:00:40 Dreams, Visions, and Rebirth 1:19:35 Confrontation and Shapeshifters 1:22:44 Alchemical Journey and Episode Wrap-Up This show's hosts: • Hannah | https://x.com/sihayaspring • Marie-Claire | https://x.com/MarieCGould Do you have a question or suggestion for future episodes of The Sisterhood? We want to hear from you! Tweet out to https://x.com/PodcastAboveAll, reply to our Instagram posts https://www.instagram.com/podcastaboveall/, or find us on Bluesky @podcastaboveall.bsky.social. Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more 'Dune' news and features. Follow us on social media to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news: Twitter: https://twitter.com/DuneNewsNet | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunenewsnet/ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneNewsNet/

DUNE TALK welcomes THE SISTERHOOD to this feed, for another in-depth episode breakdown of 'Dune: Prophecy'! In this episode, hosts Hannah and Marie Claire discuss the archetypes of young Tula and Valya, and the mythic motifs that drive their stories. From the symbolic bull sacrifice to the dual goddesses intertwining of creation and destruction, they examine the transformation of these characters within the rich tapestry of the 'Dune' mythology. Join them as they analyze the union of opposites, the lap of the goddess, and the themes of shadow integration, sacrifice, and rebirth. Don't miss this insightful conversation that connects the mythological dots in the 'Dune' saga. Segments: 0:00:00 Welcome to the Sisterhood 0:00:51 Exploring Truth and Lies in Dune Prophecy 0:04:39 Life, Death, and Mythic Journeys 0:11:28 The King Archetype 0:27:27 The Agony and the Sisterhood's Secrets 0:39:05 Political Maneuvering and Hidden Agendas 0:43:53 Constantine the Vixen 0:44:12 Natalya's Influence and Manipulation 0:47:40 Mossy Wild Women 0:49:09 Emmeline's Family History and Sacrifice 0:55:46 Valya's Arrival and Authority 1:07:56 Desmond's Interrogation 1:21:39 Jen's Internal Turmoil and Lila's Dilemma 1:23:48 Kieran's Secret Actions 1:24:44 Rebellion Plans and Immortal Characters 1:26:40 Symbolism of the Inner Goddess 1:28:46 Theories and Speculations 1:30:45 Michaela's True Allegiances 1:33:28 Ynez's Shadow 1:38:30 Lila's Spice Agony and The Underworld 1:49:51 Desmond's Power Play 1:53:38 Alchemical Journey and Predictions 1:57:23 Final Thoughts and Outro This show's hosts: • Hannah | https://x.com/sihayaspring • Marie-Claire | https://x.com/MarieCGould Do you have a question or suggestion for future episodes of The Sisterhood? We want to hear from you! Tweet out to https://x.com/PodcastAboveAll, reply to our Instagram posts https://www.instagram.com/podcastaboveall/, or find us on Bluesky @podcastaboveall.bsky.social. Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more 'Dune' news and features. Follow us on social media to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news: Twitter: https://twitter.com/DuneNewsNet | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunenewsnet/ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneNewsNet/

DUNE TALK welcomes THE SISTERHOOD to this feed, for another in-depth episode breakdown of 'Dune: Prophecy'! Join Hannah and Marie Claire Gould in the latest episode of The Sisterhood podcast as they delve deep into symbolism and mythic motifs. This episode focuses on The King archetype, psychic dismemberment, the inner goddess, and the alchemical processes of life, death, and rebirth. From analyzing Valya's confrontation with Desmond to Lila's perilous journey through the spice agony, we provide a unique and insightful commentary on how this episode of 'Dune: Prophecy' explores human nature and transformation. Don't miss out on this engaging discussion! Segments: 0:00:00 Welcome to the Sisterhood 0:00:51 Exploring Truth and Lies in Dune Prophecy 0:04:39 Life, Death, and Mythic Journeys 0:11:28 The King Archetype 0:27:27 The Agony and the Sisterhood's Secrets 0:39:05 Political Maneuvering and Hidden Agendas 0:43:53 Constantine the Vixen 0:44:12 Natalya's Influence and Manipulation 0:47:40 Mossy Wild Women 0:49:09 Emmeline's Family History and Sacrifice 0:55:46 Valya's Arrival and Authority 1:07:56 Desmond's Interrogation 1:21:39 Jen's Internal Turmoil and Lila's Dilemma 1:23:48 Kieran's Secret Actions 1:24:44 Rebellion Plans and Immortal Characters 1:26:40 Symbolism of the Inner Goddess 1:28:46 Theories and Speculations 1:30:45 Michaela's True Allegiances 1:33:28 Ynez's Shadow 1:38:30 Lila's Spice Agony and The Underworld 1:49:51 Desmond's Power Play 1:53:38 Alchemical Journey and Predictions 1:57:23 Final Thoughts and Outro This show's hosts: • Hannah | https://x.com/sihayaspring • Marie-Claire | https://x.com/MarieCGould Do you have a question or suggestion for future episodes of The Sisterhood? We want to hear from you! Tweet out to https://x.com/PodcastAboveAll, reply to our Instagram posts https://www.instagram.com/podcastaboveall/, or find us on Bluesky @podcastaboveall.bsky.social. Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more 'Dune' news and features. Follow us on social media to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news: Twitter: https://twitter.com/DuneNewsNet | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunenewsnet/ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneNewsNet/

DUNE TALK welcomes THE SISTERHOOD to this feed, for weekly breakdowns of 'Dune: Prophecy'! On this new podcast, co-hosted by Hannah from Dune News Net and Marie-Claire from What the Force, we're diving deep into the first episode of HBO's 'Dune' prequel TV series and exploring its themes of prophecy, feminine power, and mythic motifs. Discussion points include character analysis of Valya Harkonnen, Ynez, and the Emperor, especially through the lens of Joseph Campbell's hero's journey and Maureen Murdoch's heroine's journey. Learn about mythic motifs like consumption and the alchemical journey, and how these concepts integrate into the storylines. This episode also covers a closer look at the significance of prophetic visions and their impact on the characters as well as the audience from a psychological perspective. Tune in to explore the fascinating and complex world of Dune and how it resonates with our own psychological experiences. Segments: 0:00:00 Welcome to the Sisterhood Podcast 0:01:12 Introduction to Mythic Analysis 0:03:11 Episode Review and Female Stories 0:04:29 Voiceover and Narration in Dune 0:05:45 Themes of Truth and Prophecy 0:11:50 Character Archetypes and Analysis 0:36:09 Consumption and the House of Atreus 0:40:33 Feminine Power and Prophecy 0:49:04 Episode Breakdown and Analysis 0:53:03 Ancient Rituals and Symbolism 0:54:36 The Ouroboros and Transcendence 0:56:27 Visions and Prophecies 0:58:00 The Belly of the Beast 0:59:11 Conflict and Transformation 1:13:28 The Power of Lies 1:17:03 Training and Truths 1:19:52 Engagement and Alliances 1:38:13 The Puppet 1:38:30 The Awkward Engagement Ceremony 1:39:35 Symbolism of Pomegranates 1:41:03 The Reception 1:44:52 The Salamander Toy 1:49:42 Ynez's “Bachelorette” Party 1:56:10 Desmond's Influence and the Emperor's Dilemma 2:06:23 The Alchemical Journey 2:10:41 Final Thoughts and Symbolism This show's hosts: • Hannah | https://x.com/sihayaspring • Marie-Claire | https://x.com/MarieCGould Do you have a question or suggestion for future episodes of The Sisterhood? We want to hear from you! Tweet out to https://x.com/PodcastAboveAll, reply to our Instagram posts https://www.instagram.com/podcastaboveall/, or find us on Bluesky @podcastaboveall.bsky.social. Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more 'Dune' news and features. Follow us on social media to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news: Twitter: https://twitter.com/DuneNewsNet | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunenewsnet/ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneNewsNet/

DUNE TALK welcomes THE SISTERHOOD PODCAST to this feed, for coverage of HBO's 'Dune: Prophecy' TV series! Enjoy this special collaboration between Dune News Net and What the Force. Join co-hosts Hannah and Marie Claire (from What the Force) as they dive into a metamythic analysis of the new 'Dune: Prophecy' series. In this preshow episode they discuss the mythic, psychological, and symbolical elements found in the trailers and stills. Drawing connections to Jungian theory, Joseph Campbell’s works, and alchemical symbolism. From character analysis to thematic predictions, get ready for an in-depth look at the Dune universe. Segments: 0:00:00 Welcome to the Sisterhood 0:00:34 Exploring Dune Prophecy 0:00:57 Transformational Works and Symbolism 0:06:09 Analyzing the Trailers 0:09:10 The First Teaser Breakdown 0:09:40 Mythic and Psychological Motifs 0:28:00 The Second Teaser Breakdown 0:46:53 The Sisterhood's Role in the Imperium 0:49:35 Trailer Breakdown and Symbolism 0:50:18 Sister Francesca's Dramatic Reveal 0:52:37 Desmond Hart as The Predator 0:59:11 The Sick King Motif 1:07:36 Forbidden Love and Courtly Love 1:13:19 The Water of Life Transformation 1:16:45 Symbolic Imagery and Themes 1:29:30 Final Thoughts and Excitement This show's hosts: • Hannah | https://x.com/sihayaspring • Marie-Claire | https://x.com/MarieCGould Do you have a question or suggestion for future episodes of The Sisterhood? We want to hear from you! Tweet out to https://x.com/PodcastAboveAll, reply to our Instagram posts https://www.instagram.com/podcastaboveall/, or find us on Bluesky @podcastaboveall.bsky.social. Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more 'Dune' news and features. Follow us on social media to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news: Twitter: https://twitter.com/DuneNewsNet | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunenewsnet/ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneNewsNet/

The DUNE TALK crew return from hiatus, to break down exciting new footage from the latest trailer for HBO's 'Dune: Prophecy' TV series, premiering in less than a month! Hannah, Marcus, Mark, and Rachel dissect its key shots and explore symbolic imagery, offering context for the show's character dynamics and storylines (set thousands of years before the original 'Dune'). Plus, insights from New York Comic Con and a special announcement! Segments: 0:00:00 Intro TV NEWS 0:02:23 'Dune: Prophecy's New TV Series Trailer 0:09:19 Exploring the Wider Dune Universe 0:14:21 Character Insights and Speculations 0:22:01 Political Intrigues and Power Struggles 0:25:22 Visual and Symbolic Elements 0:34:45 Constantine's Role and Spicy Scenes 0:37:12 Desmond Hart and the Sardaukar Connection 0:38:54 Bene Gesserit and the Voice 0:39:18 Trailer Speculations and Panel Insights 0:39:48 The Butlerian Jihad and Realistic Sets 0:40:18 An Original 'Dune' Story for TV 0:41:11 The Harkonnen Sisters 0:49:27 Bull Imagery and Atreides Legacy 0:59:05 Anticipation for the Show 1:02:49 Weekly Release and Community Buzz 1:05:23 Upcoming Podcast Announcement 1:08:08 Outro Key 'Dune' news story covered on this show: ‘Dune: Prophecy’ Official Trailer Debuts at NYCC https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/10/dune-prophecy-official-series-trailer-tv-nycc/ Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on social media to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news: Twitter: https://twitter.com/DuneNewsNet | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunenewsnet/ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneNewsNet/ This show's hosts: • Marcus Gabriel | https://twitter.com/MarcusIsWriting • Hannah | https://twitter.com/sihayaspring • Mark / DuneInfo | https://twitter.com/DuneInfo • Rachel | https://www.instagram.com/darth_rachel/ Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow: https://twitter.com/DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunetalkshow/ or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneTalkShow/, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com. Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

The DUNE TALK crew is back! It's been an amazing ride navigating the cinematic universe of 'Dune', and now we're embarking into unknown territory with 'Dune: Prophecy', the upcoming TV series on Max. On today's show, Johnny, Marcus, Mark, Rachel, and Simon are discussing the official teaser, exploring some of its more striking imagery, and speculating on how all this may fit into the existing 'Dune' saga. Segments: 0:00:00 - Intro TV NEWS 0:01:45 - Analyzing the 'Dune: Prophecy' Teaser: Shot by Shot 0:12:57 - Political Intrigue and Character Dynamics 0:19:23 - Visuals, Themes, and Connections to Dune Lore 0:22:15 - The Wedding Ceremony and Symbolism 0:28:33 - Diving Into 'Dune: Prophecy's Intriguing Characters 0:30:39 - The Bene Gesserit and Their Ambitions 0:31:42 - First Glimpse at House Atreides and Action Scenes 0:35:16 - Elemental and Environmental Themes 0:39:10 - Speculating on New Storylines and Character Arcs 0:46:16 - Final Thoughts and Expectations for 'Dune: Prophecy' 0:52:29 - Outro Key 'Dune' news story covered on this show: Dune: Prophecy | Official Teaser | Max https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEoQAoEGLhw Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on social media to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news: Twitter: https://twitter.com/DuneNewsNet | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunenewsnet/ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneNewsNet/ This show's hosts: • Marcus Gabriel | https://twitter.com/MarcusIsWriting • Johnny Sobczak | https://twitter.com/JohnnySobczak • Mark / DuneInfo | https://twitter.com/DuneInfo • Rachel | https://www.instagram.com/darth_rachel/ • Simon Daoudi | https://twitter.com/sdaoudi Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow: https://twitter.com/DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunetalkshow/ or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneTalkShow/, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com. Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

This episode is all about you, viewers and listeners of DUNE TALK. The crew returns—after even more 'Dune: Part Two' screenings—to read out some comments from our recent movie reviews. Garin, Johnny, Marcus, Mark, and Rachel discuss the community's diverse thoughts on a North-South division within Fremen society, Chani's very different character, and whether there's a plot-hole in the Bene Gesserit plans? And, we've got box office news and more analysis. Plus, would the hosts rather see 'Dune' as movies or longer TV mini-series? Segments: 0:00:00 - Intro MOVIE NEWS 0:01:30 - 'Dune: Part Two' Box Office Update 0:07:01 - Movie Reactions From the Community 0:09:44 - 'Dune' as a TV Series? 0:20:22 - Religion & Fremen North-South Divide 0:33:52 - Bene Gesserrit Plan Plothole? 0:39:25 - Controversial Changes to Chani 0:53:28 - Alia's Role as a Talking Fetus 1:02:25 - Outro Comments are From Our Previous 'Dune: Part Two' Movie Discussions: - Spoiler-Free Review [DUNE TALK episode 70]: https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/02/dune-talk-podcast-70-dune-part-two-movie-review-spoiler-free/ - Review and Analysis (with Spoilers) [DUNE TALK episode 71]: https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/03/dune-talk-podcast-71-dune-part-two-movie-review-with-spoilers/ - Top 3 Changes in Movie vs. Book, by Secrets of Dune: https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/03/dune-part-two-movie-book-changes-secrets-of-dune/ - Written Review, by Johnny Sobczak: https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/02/movie-review-dune-part-two/ Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on social media to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news: Twitter: https://twitter.com/DuneNewsNet | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunenewsnet/ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneNewsNet/ This show's hosts: • Marcus Gabriel | https://twitter.com/MarcusIsWriting • Garin Granata | https://twitter.com/DuneCompanion • Johnny Sobczak | https://twitter.com/JohnnySobczak • Mark / DuneInfo | https://twitter.com/DuneInfo • Rachel | https://www.instagram.com/darth_rachel/ • Simon Daoudi | https://twitter.com/sdaoudi Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow: https://twitter.com/DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunetalkshow/ or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneTalkShow/, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com. Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

This is the big one! All DUNE TALK regulars have seen Denis Villeneuve's 'Dune: Part Two' (some even 5 times) and converge for a comprehensive analysis. That's right! Garin, Johnny, Marcus, Mark, Rachel, and Simon are in FULL-SPOILER mode for this movie review, juxtaposed with character breakdowns, thematic explorations, and comparisons with Frank Herbert's original novel. With these diverse perspectives, there are bound to be disagreements. What are the film's greatest achievements and how may it influence the legacy of the 'Dune' series? Our Previous 'Dune: Part Two' Movie Reviews (Spoiler-Free): - DUNE TALK Podcast Episode 70 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ponaGLw-SyU - Written Review by Johnny Sobczak https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/02/movie-review-dune-part-two/ Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on social media to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news: Twitter: https://twitter.com/DuneNewsNet | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunenewsnet/ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneNewsNet/ This show's hosts: • Marcus Gabriel | https://twitter.com/MarcusIsWriting • Garin Granata | https://twitter.com/DuneCompanion • Johnny Sobczak | https://twitter.com/JohnnySobczak • Mark / DuneInfo | https://twitter.com/DuneInfo • Rachel | https://www.instagram.com/darth_rachel/ • Simon Daoudi | https://twitter.com/sdaoudi Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow: https://twitter.com/DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunetalkshow/ or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneTalkShow/, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com. Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

It's really happening!! On this 70th episode of DUNE TALK, we're doing our first review of 'Dune: Part Two', with no spoilers. Max out your hype levels with Johnny, Marcus, and Simon, as they share upbeat reactions to watching this remarkable movie event for the first time, as well as addressing several criticisms. Is this a masterpiece or do some of this film adaptation's choices hold it back from perfection? 'Dune' news stories covered on this podcast episode: - Movie Review – ‘Dune: Part Two’ https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/02/movie-review-dune-part-two/ - First Reactions From the Crew: Johnny: https://twitter.com/JohnnySobczak/status/1760156467879977406 Marcus: https://twitter.com/MarcusIsWriting/status/1760583998395269235 Simon: https://twitter.com/sdaoudi/status/1760564690890244364 Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on social media to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news: Twitter: https://twitter.com/DuneNewsNet | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunenewsnet/ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneNewsNet/ This show's hosts: • Marcus Gabriel | https://twitter.com/MarcusIsWriting • Johnny Sobczak | https://twitter.com/JohnnySobczak • Simon Daoudi | https://twitter.com/sdaoudi Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow: https://twitter.com/DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunetalkshow/ or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneTalkShow/, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com. Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

Critics and press have watched 'Dune: Part Two', and the reactions are in! On today's DUNE TALK, Garin, Johnny, and Marcus are going through the social media commentary. The overall sentiment is affirmative, but what do these posts tell us about this movie's acting performances and storytelling execution. Could those comparisons to 'The Lord of the Rings' really be justified? Plus, breaking down the latest movie footage, featuring Paul and Jessica. Segments: 0:00:00 - Intro MOVIE NEWS 0:01:28 - 'Dune: Part Two' Social Media Reactions 0:07:01 - How About Second Impressions? 0:10:51 - Austin Butler's Monstrous Feyd-Rautha 0:15:36 - An Immense, Yet Intimate Movie 0:21:47 - Exploring Politics and Religion 0:26:55 - Comparisons to 'The Lord of the Rings' 0:36:51 - Convincing 'Dune: Part One' Skeptics 0:41:10 - Timothée Chalamet's Morally Complex Paul 0:45:44 - Footage: Paul and Jessica Conversation 0:52:35 - Do These Reactions Address Concerns? 0:57:50 - Outro 'Dune' news stories covered on this podcast episode: - Critics and News Outlets Post Overwhelming Positive 'Dune: Part Two' Reactions to Social Media • Germain Lussier: https://twitter.com/GermainLussier/status/1758249827412938992 • Epic Film Guys: https://twitter.com/EpicFilmGuys/status/1758542740554396129 • Hoai-Tran Bui: https://twitter.com/htranbui/status/1758249830084923732 • Max Evry: https://twitter.com/maxevry/status/1758296073930420578 • Jake's Takes: https://twitter.com/JakesTakes/status/1758257110490509808 • Karl Delossantos: https://twitter.com/karl_delo/status/1758249827295465606 • Diego Andaluz: https://twitter.com/thediegoandaluz/status/1758250071534018907 • David Erlich: https://twitter.com/davidehrlich/status/1758250292389294351 - New Movie Footage Shows Paul and Jessica Conversation https://twitter.com/DuneInfo/status/1758500485579845983 Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on social media to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news: Twitter: https://twitter.com/DuneNewsNet | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunenewsnet/ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneNewsNet/ This show's hosts: • Marcus Gabriel | https://twitter.com/MarcusIsWriting • Garin Granata | https://twitter.com/DuneCompanion • Johnny Sobczak | https://twitter.com/JohnnySobczak Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow: https://twitter.com/DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunetalkshow/ or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneTalkShow/, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com. Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

As many of you requested, this week's DUNE TALK includes a special spoiler segment (starting 23 minutes in)! In addition to official movie news—Anya Taylor-Joy casting, soundtrack reveal, and 'The Art and Soul of Dune: Part Two' releases—Garin, Marcus, and Simon address the rumors about certain characters and events in 'Dune: Part Two'. Director Denis Villeneuve says his adaptation has some differences from the book. Will those diminish or enhance this classic story? Segments: 0:00:00 - Intro MOVIE NEWS 0:01:50 - Anya Taylor-Joy Joins 'Dune: Part Two' Cast 0:07:25 - 'Dune: Part Two' Soundtrack Revealed 0:17:39 - 'The Art and Soul' Collector's Editions SPOILER TALK 0:22:51 - Spoiler Warning 0:24:31 - Changing Timelines 0:37:12 - Alia in 'Dune: Part Two' 0:45:58 - Denis Villeneuve's Vision 0:48:40 - Anya Taylor-Joy's Role in 'Dune' 0:52:45 - The Baron's Fate 0:56:47 - Paul's Unsettling Ascension 1:02:29 - Where is Leto II? 1:06:34 - Final Thoughts 1:09:30 - Outro 'Dune' news stories covered on this podcast episode: ‘Dune: Part Two’ London Premiere Interviews https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/02/dune-part-two-london-premiere-interviews/ Hans Zimmer’s ‘Dune: Part Two’ Soundtrack Releases on February 23 https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/02/dune-part-two-soundtrack-hans-zimmer-singles-released/ 'The Art and Soul of Dune: Part Two' Collector's Portfolio Edition https://insighteditions.com/products/the-art-and-soul-of-dune-part-two-2 'The Art and Soul of Dune: Part Two' Collector's Artifact Edition https://insighteditions.com/products/the-art-and-soul-of-dune-part-two-1 Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on social media to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news: Twitter: https://twitter.com/DuneNewsNet | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunenewsnet/ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneNewsNet/ This show's hosts: • Marcus Gabriel | https://twitter.com/MarcusIsWriting • Garin Granata | https://twitter.com/DuneCompanion • Simon Daoudi | https://twitter.com/sdaoudi Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow: https://twitter.com/DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunetalkshow/ or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneTalkShow/, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com. Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

The crew are back to dive for more 'Dune: Part Two' insights from the sea of interviews. Garin, Marcus, Mark, and Rachel discuss comments from Villeneuve and his cast members regarding Paul being an antihero figure, the heartbreaking conclusion of the movie, and how the director's choices bring realism into depiction of its characters. We're also comparing big screen formats, including Dolby Cinema, IMAX, and 4DX. And finally, would Frank Herbert have approved of the merchandise for this movie? Segments: 0:00:00 - Intro DUNE MOVIE NEWS 0:01:27 - Dolby Cinema Versus Other Premium Formats 0:11:54 - Christopher Nolan and Denis Villeneuve in Conversation 0:22:44 - Cast Interviews Tease Paul's Antihero Role 0:25:36 - 'Dune: Part Two's Heartbreaking Finale 0:31:02 - The Duality of Paul and Feyd-Rautha 0:33:18 - Denis Villeneuve's Realism in Filmmaking 0:42:19 - Feyd's Deadly Sietch Raid 0:55:20 - The 'Dune' Popcorn Bucket 0:58:32 - Outro 'Dune' news stories covered on this podcast episode: Overview of ‘Dune: Part Two’ Cast Interviews https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/02/dune-part-two-movie-cast-interviews-press-junket/ Christopher Nolan Likens ‘Dune: Part Two’ to ‘The Empire Strikes Back’ https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/02/christopher-nolan-denis-villeneuve-conversation-imax-tenet-dune/ Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on social media to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news: Twitter: https://twitter.com/DuneNewsNet | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunenewsnet/ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneNewsNet/ This show's hosts: • Marcus Gabriel | https://twitter.com/MarcusIsWriting • Garin Granata | https://twitter.com/DuneCompanion • Mark / DuneInfo | https://twitter.com/DuneInfo • Rachel | https://www.instagram.com/darth_rachel/ Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow: https://twitter.com/DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunetalkshow/ or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneTalkShow/, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com. Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

On this show we explore intriguing content from the 'Dune: Part Two' feature in Total Film's February 2024 issue. Johnny, Marcus, Rachel, and Simon discuss expanded roles for some of the movie's characters—Chani, Irulan, and Jessica—behind-the-scenes insight into the sandworm scene, and creation of Giedi Prime's unique visuals. What does Denis Villeneuve say will be the biggest difference between original novel and his adaptation? Segments: 0:00:00 - Intro DUNE MOVIE NEWS 0:01:30 - 'Dune: Part Two' Premiere in Mexico City 0:02:01 - Sandworm Ride Scene Released 0:12:27 - Total Film: Sandworm Effects 0:20:20 - Muad'Dib Time! Paul's Transformation 0:25:52 - Insights into Feyd's Arena Fight 0:33:36 - Chani's Character and Inner Struggle 0:46:24 - Jessica's Expanded Role in 'Dune Part Two' 0:55:41 - Intrigue Surrounding Princess Irulan 0:59:08 - Looking Ahead to 'Dune: Messiah' 1:03:35 - Importance of Alia's Character 1:07:51 - Outro 'Dune' news story covered on this podcast episode: Total Film February 2024 Issue 347 https://www.gamesradar.com/dune-part-two-exclusive-images/ Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on social media to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news: Twitter: https://twitter.com/DuneNewsNet | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunenewsnet/ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneNewsNet/ This show's hosts: • Marcus Gabriel | https://twitter.com/MarcusIsWriting • Johnny Sobczak | https://twitter.com/JohnnySobczak • Rachel | https://www.instagram.com/darth_rachel/ • Simon Daoudi | https://twitter.com/sdaoudi Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow: https://twitter.com/DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunetalkshow/ or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneTalkShow/, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com. Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

With that deluge of new TV spots, the DUNE TALK crew is back for a mid-week discussion on what these reveal about Princess Irulan and Feyd-Rautha in the movie. Garin, Marcus, Mark, Rachel, and Simon discuss portrayal of those characters, as well as the Emperor, and potential differences between 'Dune: Part Two' and the novel. What changes can we expect and how might audiences react? Segments: 0:00:00 - Intro DUNE MOVIE NEWS 0:01:29 - 'Dune' IMAX Re-Release Extended 0:03:49 - Feyd-Rautha's Menacing Presence 0:27:53 - Princess Irulan's Advisory Role 0:39:49 - Christopher Walken's Emperor 0:47:09 - Paul, Chani, and vengeance 0:51:59 - Movie Adaptation Changes 1:11:00 - TV Spot Highlights 1:17:31 - Outro 'Dune' news stories covered on this podcast episode: ‘Dune: Part Two’ Clips Highlight Irulan and Feyd https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/01/dune-part-two-clips-princess-irulan-feyd-rautha-highlight/ New ‘Dune: Part Two’ Promos Tease Paul-Feyd Fight https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/01/dune-part-two-promo-teaser-paul-feyd-fight/ Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on social media to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news: Twitter: https://twitter.com/DuneNewsNet | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunenewsnet/ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneNewsNet/ This show's hosts: • Marcus Gabriel | https://twitter.com/MarcusIsWriting • Garin Granata | https://twitter.com/DuneCompanion • Mark / DuneInfo | https://twitter.com/DuneInfo • Rachel | https://www.instagram.com/darth_rachel/ • Simon Daoudi | https://twitter.com/sdaoudi Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow: https://twitter.com/DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunetalkshow/ or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneTalkShow/, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com. Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

Dr. Kara Kennedy aka Dune Scholar returns to DUNE TALK for a special discussion, ahead of publishing her latest book 'Adaptations of Dune'. We're exploring three existing movie and TV versions of Frank Herbert's sci-fi classic—'Dune' (1984) by David Lynch, Sci-Fi Channel's 'Frank Herbert's Dune' (2000), and 'Dune: Part One' (2021) by Denis Villeneuve—with eclectic questions from Garin, Johnny, Marcus, and Mark. Which of these screen adaptations is most faithful to the original novel? Segments: 0:00:00 - Intro 0:01:49 - Dr. Kara Kennedy 0:03:12 - Writing 'Adaptations of Dune' 0:07:09 - David Lynch's 'Dune' Movie 0:16:57 - 'Frank Herbert's Dune' TV Mini-Series 0:22:58 - Compression, Correction, and Updating 0:25:08 - Denis Villeneuve's 'Dune: Part One' 0:37:19 - Portraying the Bene Gesserit 0:40:12 - Ideal Dune Adaptations and the Future 0:54:11 - Outro 'Dune' story covered on this podcast episode: Book Review: ‘Adaptations of Dune – Frank Herbert’s Story on Screen’ https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/02/book-review-adaptations-of-dune-kara-kennedy/ Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on social media to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news: Twitter: https://twitter.com/DuneNewsNet | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunenewsnet/ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneNewsNet/ This show's hosts: • Marcus Gabriel | https://twitter.com/MarcusIsWriting • Garin Granata | https://twitter.com/DuneCompanion • Johnny Sobczak | https://twitter.com/JohnnySobczak • Mark / DuneInfo | https://twitter.com/DuneInfo Special guest: • Kara Kennedy | https://twitter.com/DuneScholar Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow: https://twitter.com/DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunetalkshow/ or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneTalkShow/, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com. Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.

The DUNE TALK crew attended that IMAX Reissue event and caught an amazing 10-minute sneak peek at 'Dune: Part Two'! Johnny, Marcus, and Simon react to experiencing the full sequence of Paul riding a sandworm for the first time, and debate several intriguing shots from the sizzle reel and montage. Will Alia be mentioned on today's show? You bet. Segments: 0:00:00 - Intro DUNE MOVIE NEWS 0:01:20 - Dune IMAX Reissue 0:08:03 - New Shots from Sizzle Reel 0:21:59 - Paul Rides the Sandworm 0:40:46 - Final Battle and Visions 0:53:26 - Outro 'Dune' news story covered on this podcast episode: ‘Dune’ Returns to IMAX With ‘Part Two’ Sneak Peek https://dunenewsnet.com/2024/01/dune-movie-imax-reissue-part-two-sneak-peek/ Visit https://dunenewsnet.com/ for more features and follow us on social media to be the first to hear exciting Dune announcements and movie news: Twitter: https://twitter.com/DuneNewsNet | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunenewsnet/ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneNewsNet/ This show's hosts: • Marcus Gabriel | https://twitter.com/MarcusIsWriting • Johnny Sobczak | https://twitter.com/JohnnySobczak • Simon Daoudi | https://twitter.com/sdaoudi Do you have a question or suggestion for a future episode of Dune Talk? Tweet out to @DuneTalkShow: https://twitter.com/DuneTalkShow, reply to our posts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dunetalkshow/ or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuneTalkShow/, or email us at DuneTalkPod 'at' gmail 'dot' com. Special thanks goes out to Ashton GIeckman for music and Sheldon Lee for voice overs.