Denis Villeneuve’s Dune has been on top of the news for more reasons than one. Apart from its riveting narrative and the best team coming together, the American epic science fiction has earned not one or two, but 10 nominations at the Oscars. The categories where Dune has made its place are best picture, makeup and hair, costume, visual effects, cinematography, editing, music (original song), sound, adapted screenplay and production design. All eyes are now on the award night to see how many statuettes it takes home. Before the Oscar drama unfolds, Amazon Prime Video brings the film for its users across the globe. The movie featuring Timothee Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Issac, Josh Brolin, Zendaya, Jason Momoa, and Javier Bardem, among others, will stream on the platform March 25 onwards, in in English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam languages. Here’s why you really afford this Oscar nominated visual delight:
Phenomenal director
Helmed by Denis Vikllkenueve, a French-Canadian director who is renowned for his marvelous work like Maelström, Polytechnique, Incendies and Enemy, one can expect the best this time too. Apart from all the global appreciation, he has also received many prestigious honours like the Canadian Screen Award, Toronto Film Critics Associations, for being the visionary director. Denis’ skill to visualize what he wants the viewers to watch on the screen makes Dune another remarkable product of his hard work and extraordinary expertise.
Star studded affair
The movie features some outstanding artists like Timothee Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Issac, Josh Brolin, Zendaya, Jason Momoa, and Javier Bardem. Their marvelous performances have added to the narrative. Each actor got into the skin of their characters and prepared immensely to breathe life into their parts. The skills each of them has showcased will make the viewers believe that there was no one better to have done the respective roles.
Amazing background music
The music director of Dune, Hans Zimmer is known to have produced some world-class background scores and music for movies. He has composed for more than 150 movies and has received many prestigious awards for his works in The Lion King, The Dark Knight, Inception, Gladiator, Interstellar, The Last Samurai and more. In an interview, Hans said that since childhood he loved Dune (1984) and had always wanted to work on its adaptation. It was an instant yes from him when he got to know about this project. The music in the film is moving, and the base is strong and amplifies the whole charisma of the story.
Brilliant cinematography
The visual experience that the audience will receive while watching this film is breathtaking. There are absolutely stunning landscapes along with remarkable graphics and VFX. Such high-definition cinematography and visuals with much depth takes the viewers into the world of Dune and makes them feel that they are a part of the narrative like all the other characters. The movie was shot in various locations of Jordan and UAE.
Acing the look and attire
Two of the most important elements which act as the backbone of any film are costumes and makeup. The minute details in clothes and make-up can make or break any story. Stunning work has been done by costume designer Jacqueline West and Robert Morgan, and make-up artists Donald Mowat, Love Larson and Eva von Bahr. The amalgamation of Frank Herbet’s novel Dune and the future is astonishing. From long capes, body arms to footwear, makeup, which showcases a raw, barren look, has been the talk of the town. Their wild creativity with clothes and presentation will blow the viewers mind and keep them engaged.
Get ready for a world class experience with Dune as it will transport you to a different world. Watch this edge-of-the-seat narrative on Amazon Prime Video, March 25 onwards.
