Dune: Part Twodirector Denis Villeneuve responds to his acclaimed sequel being the highest-rated movie of 2024 on Letterboxd. Serving as a follow-up to his 2021 adaptation of Frank Herbert’sDune, Villeneuve’s second movie hit theaters in February of last year, chronicling Paul Atreides' (Timothée Chalamet) journey as he becomes a leader for the Fremen on Arrakis. TheDune: Part Tworeviewswere glowing from critics, with praise aimed at Villeneuve’s assured directing and the strong performances from the cast.
In a new video posted to theLetterboxdYouTube channel, Villeneuve learns thatDune: Part Twohas emerged as the highest-rated movie of last year and shares a heartwarming reaction. According to the French-Canadian director,he supports the movie-based social media app, explaining that the existence of such a platform makes him feel hopeful regarding his art form. Check out Villeneuve’s comment below:
“I’m gonna sleep well tonight. The idea that there’s a community, the Letterboxd community of film lovers, cinephiles, that are sharing film lists and their love and their passion, it brings me hope for the future of cinema. The idea that people are so interested and passionate about movies, to know that there’s an appetite for cinema is the best reward for me.”
As of writing,Dune: Part Two’s average score on Letterboxd is 4.4 out of 5.
What Dune 2’s Letterboxd Honor Means For The Movie
The Dune Franchise Isn’t Going Anywhere
Though the first movie was well-received in 2021, the sequel’s reception has been on another level entirely.Dune: Part Two’s critics' score onRotten Tomatoesis an impressive 92% compared to the first movie’s 83%,with the sequel boasting an even more epic presentation, jaw-dropping action-sequences, and a more emotional story. The audience response, however, has clearly also been glowing, with a 95% audience score accompanying a worldwide box office haul of $714 million.
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The response toDune: Part Twois a strong indicator of the franchise’s future.Dune: Part Threeis currently in the script stage, with Villeneuve set to return as director. Though the filmmaker has been clear that his upcoming adaptation of Herbert’sDune: Messiahwill be his last project in the franchise, that doesn’t mean that Herbert’s world won’t return from a different filmmaker.Warner Bros. will take the enthusiastic reception toDune: Part Twoas a signal to double down on this franchise, as they have already done with the release of theDune: ProphecyTV show.
Our Take On Dune: Part Two’s Letterboxd Victory
Denis Villeneuve’s Movie Is In Good Company
2024 was ultimately a great movie year, filled with standout titles. Though it failed at the box office,Furiosa’s reviews were glowing, and the responses to blockbusters likeTwistersandAlien: Romuluswere also positive.Smaller movies likeThe SubstanceandThe Brutalisthave made quite a mark, and animated featureThe Wild Robotwas a big crowd-pleaser. The response toWicked, too, has been remarkably positive.
Dune 3 Being Villeneuve’s Final Entry is Perfect
Director Denis Villeneuve’s upcoming Dune: Part 3 is expected to be a Dune Messiah adaptation, the perfect stopping point for his Dune trilogy.
Though individual picks for the best movie of 2024 will vary,Paul’s story on Arrakis and Villeneuve’s way of bringing that to life evidently struck a chord with viewers. It remains to be seen how audiences will respond to Villeneuve’s next installment, which will pick up the story after theDune: Part Twoending, but it’s now certainly one to look forward to.
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Dune: Part Two continues the epic saga of Paul Atreides as he allies with Chani and the Fremen. Pursuing retribution for his family’s devastation, Paul grapples with a significant decision impacting his personal desires and the universe’s future, attempting to avert a dire destiny that only he anticipates.
