Dune: Part Two: Last News

Oscar-winning film composer Hans Zimmer has revealed the imaginary figure he uses as inspiration for his work.For over 40 years, Zimmer has composed scores for the best-known TV shows and movies and is perhaps best known for his work on Gladiator, the Pirates of the Caribbean series, his many collaborations with Christopher Nolan, and the Dune series.His career is celebrated in the new concert film Hans Zimmer & Friends: Diamond in the Desert, released this week (March 19) in cinemas.“I don’t write for directors, I don’t write for producers, and I certainly don’t write for movie studios,” he said to Deadline while promoting the film. “I have this fictitious figure in my head”.He explained: “She’s called Doris.

Hans Zimmer has called Dune: Part Two‘s disqualification from the Oscars‘ Best Original Score category “stupid”.The composer’s work on last year’s sequel was ruled ineligible for this year’s Academy Awards due to its use of elements of music from the first Dune film.Academy rules state that in “cases such as sequels and franchises from any media, the score must not use more than 20 per cent of pre-existing themes and music borrowed from previous scores in the franchise”.Opening up about the controversy on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Zimmer reflected: “You know something? It’s not really a sore point. It’s just such a stupid point — how can it be a sore point?“I got disqualified because I was using material from the first movie in the second movie, but it’s not a sequel.

Dune film will begin filming this year, with pre-production aiming for a late summer start.Denis Villeneuve adapted the first of Frank Herbert’s science fiction novels, splitting the story into two films about the rise of Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet), who is thrust into a war for the deadly and inhospitable desert planet Arrakis.While the first part centred on his survival of a coup on his family, the second saw him become the spiritual leader of Arrakis’ desert tribes, known as The Fremen.Released in 2021, Dune was a hit at the box office and with critics, winning six Oscars and making $407.7million worldwide. Last year, its sequel, Dune: Part Two, was equally well-received, making $714.4million and being nominated in five categories at the Academy Awards on March 2, including Best Picture.Villeneuve has expressed interest in making a third film based on Dune Messiah, the second novel in the series, saying that the film would serve as a conclusion to the trilogy.According to a report by Deadline, talent availability is a key factor in the decision to film later in the summer, with star Zendaya particularly busy filming Christopher Nolan’s Odyssey, Spider-man 4, and a third season of Euphoria.

The Independent in an interview published last Saturday (February 15). In recent years, Walken has remained a prolific worker in both film and TV – in particular, last year’s Dune: Part Two and Apple TV+ show Severance.The latter show featured Walken in its first season as Burt, the love interest of Irving (John Turturro).

Timothée Chalamet has spoken out about the similarities between the political messages of Bob Dylan and Dune.Speaking at a press conference for his Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown, Chalamet was asked multiple times what he took from playing the iconic folk singer.Drawing comparisons between Dylan’s subtle political messages and those of Dune writer Frank Herbert, the actor said that both taught him to “be wary of cult-like figures,” adding that it is a sensible philosophy.“I won’t speak for him [Bob Dylan] because he’s alive and well in Malibu, but my interpretation is just be wary of any saviour-like figures,” Chalamet said (via Deadline).He added: “Frank Herbert’s Dune, which was written in the same period of American history, granted, Frank Herbert was on the West Coast, probably doing acid at a typewriter, and Bob Dylan was on the East Coast. But the messaging was still similar.”Also during the press conference, Chalamet was asked about his process for choosing roles, but the actor insisted that he doesn’t have a specific approach.“I’m just trying to find a fantastic director to work with,” he said.

Dune: Part Two have been celebrating after it won the Grammy for Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media last night (February 2).The victory for the space epic’s soundtrack, composed by Hans Zimmer, came its disqualification from the Oscars after it was ruled ineligible due to the amount of music it carried over from the first Dune movie.The rules from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, which presents the Oscars, state: “In cases such as sequels and franchises from any media, the score must not use more than 20% of pre-existing themes and music borrowed from previous scores in the franchise.”Dune 2 was still eligible for Grammy nominations, however, and it beat out American Fiction, Challengers, The Color Purple and Shōgun for the accolade. Also last night, it won five awards at the 52nd annual Saturn Awards.Fans of the movie had a lot to say in response, with one on X (Twitter) describing it as having been “robbed” of an Oscar.

Denis Villeneuve has said he insisted on filming the Dune films in a real desert, despite being offered a Hollywood studio.The director oversaw the 2021 film and its 2024 sequel, both adaptations of the 1965 novel of the same name by Frank Herbert. The epic space operas star Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson and Josh Brolin among others and have collectively made over $1billion worldwide.Speaking to Konbini’s Video Club in French, he explained that he was greatly inspired by David Lean’s 1962 epic Lawrence Of Arabia when visualising the films, and categorically refused to let them be shot in a studio.Instead, he chose to immerse the actors and crew in the Wadi Rum desert landscapes of Jordan and the Liwa Oasis in Abu Dhabi to capture the vast, rolling sand dunes and rugged terrain of Arrakis.Dune: Part Two was nominated for Best Picture at the Oscars last week, where it will compete against Anora, The Brutalist, A Complete Unknown, Conclave, Emilia Perez, I’m Still Here, Nickel Boys, The Substance and Wicked.

READ MORE: Oscars 2025 nominations – see the full listAnnounced earlier today, the ten films in the running for Best Picture at the 2025 Oscars include Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown and science-fiction sequel Dune: Part Two, both of which star Chalamet in the leading role.He also received a Best Actor nomination himself for his portrayal of Dylan. It’s his second Oscar nod, after also receiving a Best Actor nomination for his role in Luca Guadagnino’s 2017 romantic drama Call Me By Your Name.A Complete Unknown bagged eight nominations overall, including Best Director for James Mangold, Best Supporting Actor for Edward Norton, and Best Supporting Actress for Monica Barbaro, as well as Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Sound and Best Costume Design.NME gave the film a four-star review, with Alex Flood writing: “The most important (and often trickiest) job of any music movie is to get the music right.

Denis Villeneuve has confirmed that Dune: Part Threewill definitely be his final film in the series as continuing “would become unhealthy.”The director revealed that even after making the first two films, he’s still eager to go back to the world of Arrakis and doesn’t need the break from it that he thought he would.In an interview with TheWrap, Villeneuve was asked what stood out to him the most when he looks back on his experience of making Dune: Part Two. “I think my biggest surprise about this is that I don’t want to run away from Arrakis,” he said.

A Complete Unknown, Timothée Chalamet left the 2025 Golden Globes empty-handed – see what social media had to say about his snub below.The film, a Bob Dylan biopic that stars Timothée Chalamet in the main role, was released in US theatres on Christmas Day, with a UK release due January 17, 2025. So far, the film – and Chalamet’s performance in it – have received critical acclaim, leading fans to believe that it would sweep the awards circuit.However, that wasn’t the case on Monday morning (January 6) as the 2025 Golden Globes kicked off awards season.

Zendaya has reflected on a “lesson learned” after getting a “terrible heatstroke” while filming Dune: Part Two.The film was recently named on NME’s 20 best films of 2024, coming in at Number 11, with NME writing: “Truly heroic movie-making; landing in our eyeballs as a triumph of cinematic art and craft, with the production design again brilliantly mingling familiar sci-fi elements.”In a new interview with W Magazine, the Euphoria actress reflected on the physical challenges of playing Chani in the sci-fi epic. Recalling filming the Denis Villeneuve-directed flick, Zendaya said it was “very hot” on location in Jordan. “I remembered thinking, ‘Oh, man, the bathrooms are so far away,’ because we had to hike to the locations,” she said.“If you have to pee, you need at least 10 minutes to get out of the costumes.

Barack Obama has published his annual list of his favourite films for 2024 – check out his picks below.The former President has long been publishing his personal lists of favourite music, films and books at the end of every year. In a post on X/Twitter, Obama introduced his 2024 edition by writing: “Here are a few movies I’d recommend checking out this year.”Featuring this year are Sean Baker’s Anora, the Timothée Chalamet-starring Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown and the mystery thriller Conclave, starring Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, Sergio Castellitto and Isabella Rossellini.Elsewhere, he spotlighted Dune: Part Two, The Piano Lesson and All We Imagine as Light, directed by Payal Kapadia.

Dune: Prophecy is coming.Yesterday (December 19), just days ahead of season one’s finale on HBO and Max, it was confirmed via a virtual press conference that Dune: Prophecy has been renewed for a second season.The saga continues.The HBO Original Series #DuneProphecy has been renewed for Season 2 on Max. pic.twitter.com/hBK8SCrgcG— Max (@StreamOnMax) December 19, 2024A prequel series set over 10,000 years before Denis Villeneuve‘s Dune films, Prophecy explores the origins of the Bene Gesserit, a secretive coven of powerful and cunning witches that pull the strings of politics on Arrakis behind the scenes.It tells the tale of Valya Harkonen (Emily Watson), the leader of the Bene Gesserit and Tula Harkonnen (Olivia Williams) as they establish their clan through means that come with consequences that echo through generations.It is inspired by the novel Sisterhood Of Dune, the first of the ‘Great Schools Of Dune’ prequel trilogy written by Brian Herbert, the son of Dune’s original author Frank.

Dune: Part Two’s Golden Globes snub, saying: “The disrespect is insane.”Next year’s Golden Globes nominations were announced earlier today (December 9). The contenders for the 2025 ceremony – which takes place on January 6 – were confirmed by Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut at 1.15pm GMT (5.15am PT).Dune: Part Two was nominated in just two categories, ‘Best Original Score’ for Hans Zimmer and ‘Best Motion Picture: Drama.’ The film’s director Denis Villeneuve didn’t receive a nomination, nor did its actors including Zenyaya or Timothee Chamalet.The movie sequel debuted in March and was a firm favourite with audiences and critics alike, earning a 92 per cent approval rating from critics and 95 per cent from audiences.

Christopher Nolan has hailed Dune: Part Two as “miraculous” in a Q&A with director Denis Villeneuve.The Oppenheimer director, who was speaking during a recent FYC conversation, was so impressed by the sequel, that he felt it was up there with The Empire Strikes Back.“I watched the second half and I think it’s a miraculous job of adaptation, of taking that second half and making an incredible conclusion of the story,” Nolan said. “What a remarkable piece of work.”Nolan added: “If, to me, Dune was like Star Wars, then Dune 2 is The Empire Strikes Back, which is my favourite Star Wars film.

Dune director Denis Villeneuve has explained why he isn’t keen on directing a Star Wars film – find out more below.Speaking on The Town podcast, Villeneuve – who has made a name for himself in the sci-fi space with his Dune films and Arrival – revealed that he was “obsessed” with the Star Wars franchise as a kid.He said: “I was the target audience. I was 10 years old. It went to my brain like a silver bullet.

Dune: Prophecy is now under way, but how does the series relate to the feature films and what book is it based on? Read on for all the info.The first episode of the show aired on HBO on Sunday (November 17), with the remaining five instalments set to arrive on a weekly basis, culminating on December 22. UK viewers can watch it on Sky Atlantic and NOW.The show has been developed by Diane Ademu-John and Alison Schapker and tells the story of the origins of the Bene Gesserit, a powerful order of women who are skilled in politics, influence and physical conditioning.It specifically follows Valya (Emily Watson) and Tula Harkonnen (Olivia Williams) as they combat forces that threaten the future of humanity, who ultimately establish the Bene Gesserit sect.In a four star review of the new show, NME wrote: “It’s nice to see a show about magic actually solve problems with magic, while the fear felt by students at The Sisterhood as things start to dissolve into chaos should hopefully inspire the upcoming Harry Potter remake.

Dune: Prophecy star Olivia Williams says she was initially suspicious of a “feminist” spin-off project because the book was written by “a bloke in the ’60s”.The Dune prequel series is set 10,000 years before the ascension of Paul Atreides in the recent Denis Villeneuve films, and is based on the novel Sisterhood Of Dune, written by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson.

Dune: Part Two director Denis Villeneuve believes Hans Zimmer’s score should be considered for an Oscar.Zimmer returned to score the epic Dune: Part Two after working on the first film but earlier this year, it was reported that an independent review had questioned whether the score would be eligible for an Oscar because it reuses elements of his Dune score.According to the Academy Of Motion Picture Arts And Sciences, “in cases such as sequels and franchises from any media, the score must not use more than 20 per cent of pre-existing themes and music borrowed from previous scores in the franchise. Many believe Zimmer’s score for Dune: Part Two exceeds that.However, Variety has reported that Warner Bros. have submitted the score for an Oscar anyway, with their For Your Consideration page updated to include Dune: Part Two’s score.

Anya Taylor-Joy and her husband Malcolm McRae experienced a terrifying robbery in London last year, it has been revealed.Per The Standard, the Furiosa and The Queen’s Gambit star was staying in a north London mansion with her musician spouse and his bandmate Kane Richotte when intruders broke in.The burglary took place in February 2023, but the news has only just been made public after The Standard won a legal battle to lift the reporting restrictions around the case.Allegedly, two masked raiders smashed some glass to make their way inside the mansion, before trying to get into Taylor-Joy and McRae’s bedroom whilst the couple were inside.The pair and Richotte were all staying at the property of a well-known figure at the time, whose name cannot be revealed for legal reasons. They are reported to have been shaken up by the experience, but not physically injured.

Denis Villeneuve has offered an update on Dune 3, suggesting that the final film in the trilogy may arrive sooner than previously thought – and he could start work on it in 2026.The director told Deadline that his “break” is over and he’ll be returning to film the third instalment of Dune sooner than he expected.“I’m in the writing zone right now,” he said about Dune 3, or Dune: Messiah, while he also said he’ll “go back behind the camera faster than I think.”He said, “Let’s say, that I thought that after Part Two that I will take a break, that I will go back in the woods and stay in the woods for a while to recover. But the woods weren’t really suiting me, and I would go back behind the camera faster than I think.