“Dune: Part Two Director Reveals Answer to Burning Question About Sandworms”
The highly anticipated release of “Dune: Part Two” has left fans with a burning question: how do the Fremen, a group of desert warriors, actually get off the giant sandworms? Director Denis Villeneuve has finally provided an answer in a recent interview with IndieWire.
In the world of “Dune,” the Fremen are known for their ability to ride sandworms, using them as both transportation and weapons in battle. However, viewers have always wondered how they manage to dismount the massive creatures once they reach their destination. Villeneuve acknowledges that he has received numerous inquiries about this “crazy Uber system.”
While the director does have an answer, he has decided to keep it under wraps until the third installment of the film series. Villeneuve explains that it was not necessary to show someone getting off the worm in “Dune: Part Two,” but he is excited to bring this aspect to the screen in the future.
Villeneuve reveals that his favorite sequence in the film is Paul Atreides’ sandworm riding scene, played by Timothée Chalamet. This particular scene took two months to film and required a second unit to execute. The crew had to work with gyrating platforms, grapple hooks, and blowing desert sand to create a realistic experience. Villeneuve emphasizes that everything was shot in the actual desert with natural sunlight, adding to the authenticity of the scene.
Creating such a realistic environment was no easy feat. Villeneuve explains that they had to construct giant structures and shadow makers to ensure the lighting looked believable. The action sequences and stunts also required extensive preparation and logistics to protect the crew from the intense desert heat.
Despite the challenges, Villeneuve was determined not to compromise on the worm ride scene. He describes it as one of the most complex things he has ever done, requiring a significant amount of time and research and development.
“Dune: Part Two” is the second installment of Villeneuve’s film adaptation of Frank Herbert’s 1965 science fiction novel. The story is set in a distant future where interstellar travel depends on a valuable spice. The film follows the journey of Paul Atreides, a young nobleman who must navigate treacherous politics and desert landscapes to fulfill his destiny and become entangled in a power struggle for control of the desert planet Arrakis.
The film’s release on March 1st has already been a massive success, grossing an impressive $32.1 million on opening day. This includes $12 million from Thursday evening and earlier event preview screenings, making it the biggest opening weekend of the year so far.
As fans eagerly await the third installment of the “Dune” series, they can rest assured that Villeneuve has found a way to address the burning question about sandworm dismounting. The director’s commitment to realism and attention to detail promise an exciting and immersive experience for viewers.
