If anyone can guide a new adaptation of Frank Herbert’s seminal Sci-Fi novel “Dune” to a Best Picture nomination, it’s Denis Villeneuve.
The auteur filmmaker earned a “surprise” Best Picture nod for “Arrival“ along with seven other nominations, including Best Director.
His much-hyped follow-up, “Blade Runner 2049,” earned five creative nods and was finally the catalyst for cinematographer Roger Deakins to win a much deserved Academy Award.
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