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Dune: Part One | FULL Reaction (Patreon)

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2026-05-23 15:00:21
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Me before watching Dune: "I'm afraid of this franchise, it's very intimidating and I'm too scared to start it! What if I do a horrible job?!"

Me after watching Dune: "Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear."

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Baldemort

And the Dune universe is entirely what inspired George Lucas to create the Star Wars universe. You'll fit right in, Teegan. Youll noticed common themes between the two franchises. George Lucas took heavy inspiration from the 1965 Dune novel to create Star Wars.

Baldemort

Also of course shout out to Hans Zimmer for finally being able to write music for his dream franchise. He got the chance for the Dune films.

Dave Olden

Wonderful! Just settling in to watch this with you, and looking forward to you hopefully enjoying!

Joe R

Denis Villeneuve really knows how to make a visually amazing movie. He also directed Arrival and Blade Runner 2049. I'm looking forward to seeing what he does directing the next Bond movie.

Lukas

I never read the books and I never watched the original movie. But these films and the director are just so so good. It's top shelf stuff. The politics and the different houses of the universe and the lore etc etc are all just so GOOD. This guy is my fav director EDIT: I did play the original Dune strategy game on PC. I still remember that woman's voice, "Dune.... the building of a dynasty"

Chris

Don't sweat the lore too much--there's a bunch of it, and some folks get deep in it, but many don't (the books get VERY weird as they go, so not everyone keeps going). You're asking exactly the right questions about the moral valence of a Messiah. Right at the heart of what this story is concerned with. Don't read until after you watch Part 2--Part 2 is the second half of the first book. The next movie in December is the second book. The first book is incredible, and absolutely read it. Like I said, they get increasingly weird after that, so I'd say decide as you go...

Uncle Phoenix

Remember, Dune is just an externally space movie about everyone’s internal struggles with consciousness.

Lukas

If Star Wars were to equal The Lord Of The Rings, then Dune would equal Game Of Thrones

djKENTO

You should definitely watch Lawrence of Arabia after these...

Ragothor

Great reaction, as usual. I hope for the 2nd part as soon as possible ;)

Denashi

You're exactly right, comparing spice and oil! That is precisely what it symbolized in the books!

Dave Olden

Dune: Part One & Dune: Part Two together adapt the first book, Dune (published 1965). Dune: Part Three (coming to theatres Dec 2026) is based on the 2nd book Dune Messiah (published 1969). You have a great read on this story. It's great watching you peace things together.

Steve Johnson

Really pleased you enjoyed it, one of my favourite movies for sure. Just goes to show what a properly cast and directed sci-fi film can be. Everything is so on point. Looking forward to watching part 2 again and the 3rd later this year! You for sure picked up on the subtext really well in case you were worried! You should watch part 2 before reading the first book if you are going to. Also, there is a very good audio verion on Audible if you are into those. Uses several voice actors so it is really easy to follow considering how dense the lore can be. I think its a very good adaptation personally but I think opinions vary. IMO the changes are for the better for the most part.

Derek Little

Loved this reaction! The two Dune films are excellent, glad you enjoyed part one! You asked about Thufir Hawat and Piter de Vries (Harkonnen adviser), these guys are Mentats - basically human computers. After the rise and defeat of AI controlled machines, 'thinking' machines i.e. computers are outlawed, so humans are trained to do the same tasks like logic, computation etc. Hope this makes sense!

Sean Moser

As you’ve discovered, you don’t need to read the books to enjoy these movies. The Dune books are akin to the sci-fi version Tolkien: deep, layered and intricate worlds that can feel complex.

Marty McGee

"Dreams are messages from the deep," was definitely the first line from the movie. Some minor lore with no spoilers. This story is supposed to be far into our future. The Atreides actually trace their bloodline all the way back to the ancient Greeks. Not sure if you caught the year in the beginning 10191. This is not directly linear from our timeline. This is counted from the end of the Butlerian Jihad, a war between humans and what we would consider AI machines. Afterwards, all "thinking" machines were outlawed. Thufir Hawat and Piter DeVries (the Harkonnen advisor) are what's called Mentats. They are basically human computers. You caught on to all the main themes of the story very quickly. I won't say where you're correct or not because there's lots more to come. Yes this film was absolutely amazing in the theater. If you ever get a chance I highly recommend seeing on a huge screen with a top notch sound system. The sound design and Hans Zimmer's score add so much to it. I will say I had a visceral reaction in the theater to the scene in the tent where Paul uses the Voice on his mother. It really shook me. As far as adaptation goes, of course it's not perfect. But it comes as close as it can. I liken it to LOTR. Yes things were changed, cut out, added, etc. But it's still Dune and it's still great! The books are richer and really dive into the politics much deeper. Wonderful reaction. Can't wait to dive into part 2!

Ventena

Honestly, this is easily the best reaction I have seen for Dune, so you shouldn't be so hard on yourself; you do great! A lot of reactors get hung up on the visions happening literally that they miss when they come true metaphorically or in a way they didn't anticipate. Like Jamis's death and how that shows Paul the ways of the desert. I also hope you plan to watch Dune part 2 soon so it will be easier to pick up on any visions or things alluded to in part 1 that may be addressed in part 2. It is not really necessary to recognize that some moments may have been referenced in part 1 in some way, but it's fun if you do see it. Anyways, I am very excited for your part 2 reaction! "Dreams are messages from the deep" is the start of this movie. Also, unfortunately, there are technically 3 versions of Dune, but there is only 1 available at home. In theaters, there was an IMAX version where there is so much more of the screen on the top and bottom, and that was cut down a bit for regular theaters, and for the home release, it was cut down even more. So unfortunately for people like me and you, who never saw it in theaters, we can never see that full, huge picture, and that also goes for part 2. Lastly, a fun note: the cinematographer for Dune parts 1 & 2, Greg Frasier, also did The Batman (2022) and Project Hail Mary. I just love how creative he is with his movies!

Christian Johnson

You have to react the second one soon. It's even better.

MWS

Frank Herbert was the original author and wrote the first six books (Dune, Messiah, Children, God Emperor, Heretics and Chapterhouse). They are fantastic books. His son took over when Frank died and has written like 15-20 more books which aren't as good overall but still really good for the most part. It is a franchise that you really have to put time into. It took my like a year and a half to listen to them all with a few breaks in the middle.

MWS

The Baron is to fat and weak to walk under his on power so he has suspensers that allow him to float like that.

Jayson Phillips

the 2nd one is waaay better but still love the 1st one

Garrick Smalley

ten minutes in and you say I think there is more politicking than was shown there HeHeHeHeHe you could say that. My standard is to say; this movie gets to anywhere between 1/4 to 1/3 of what the book touches on. The thing I absolutely love about this film is the scale. It is hard to get scale in the books but here in this visual medium it can be done. Dear lord I wish I could have been there in the room with you so you could hear me laugh at your understatements. Your guess at the Emperor's motivation was wonderful to hear. Your quote at the top of this post made my heart flutter thank you. In the book it is very clear to Yue that both he and his wife are to be killed. All this is to say there are no stupid people in the book.

DarkLarva

Love this reaction, this is one of my favorite franchises and I have read 20 books of the 23 there are, though the main story consists of the 6 core books. Dune part 1&2 is actually the first book and the third movie coming soon will encompass the second book. I don't know how many of the core books they will cover but so far they have been very close. It is worth mentioning that Dune takes place roughly 20,000 years into our future and I am pretty sure they'll never cover this point but in 10,000 years humanity will fight against thinking machines and humanity will eventually win and computers are then banned, that portion is called BG or Before the Space Guild. After that point is AG After the creation of the Space Guild. Dune takes place 10,000 years after the creation of the Space Guild. I won't get into too many details but the first 2 books are only a fraction of the time of the whole core story and the core 6 books take place in the span of 5,000 years and like someone had mentioned they get pretty insane after the first book and dive deeper into what you just scratched the surface of with oppression, religion, politics, prophesy, consciousness, choice, morality, destiny, futures and outcomes... Plans within Plans. Can't wait to see your reaction of part 2, it's gonna be a wild ride when puzzle pieces come together ^_^... “In all my universe I have experienced no law of nature unchanging nor inexorable. This universe presents only changing relationships which are sometimes perceived as laws by short lived aware nesses. These fleshy sensoria, which we call self, are ephemera, withering in the blaze of infinity fleetingly aware of the conditions which define our actions and change as our activities change. If you must label the absolute please use it’s proper name; Temporary.” - Leto II

Garrick Smalley

About you reading too much into the fight between Paul and Jamis. You are correct about Paul was use to fighting with shields it did slow him down. That was why Stilgar asked if Paul was toying with Jamis. Well done in noticing that tidbit from the book. Re the Book: Dune part one and two is the first book Dune so don't read it until after watching the second movie. It is SO worth reading. there are so many explainers you are still going to want after watching part two that are in the book. Also it is an immersive world with all the details in the book. If you would like to be a little more confused before reading the book watch the 1984 version of the movie. It has been a joy watching your intensity watching this film, Thank You.

C Dutton

oh i cant wait for you to see the second one.

Sigma957

I spend more than half of this film with tears welling and a lump in my throat. I know, I'm an odd one...

Jeff Turner

A great reaction :) The Fremen believe him to be their messiah, Lisan al-Gaib. The Bene Gesserit (witches) are trying to create/breed the Kwisatz Haderach (supreme being), which Jessica thinks he might be.

Stefan Au

I am a life-long Star Wars Fan WHO got hooked in 1997 when the Special Editions of the original trilogy where released to theatres and they were my First ever watch of Star wars and also the first live action movies I ever watched in cinema "in my own" (excluding movies my parents took me to as a child)... I am also a Fan of the Lord of the Rings movies and while I was late to that Party, I saw them all in one go (started like 4pm with fellowship and concluded with the midnight premiere of return of the king) in the cinema... After watching Bladerunner 2049 I was really anticipating Dune (Villeneuve's next Project) but didn't see it in cinema during COVID... I managed to stay completely Spoiler free until Part 2 was released and then saw both of them in a double feature in the cinema - the three best cinematic experiences of my life (counting the three Star Wars movies as one)

Kyle K

Excited for your dune reactions I had to join back up. Not only because of your empathy but also your thoughtful observations. You do great.

Stefan Au

I haven't ready the books yet myself but from what I understand the first movie (the one you reacted to) is only the first half of the first book... Dune Part 2 is the second half of that same first book... And I think they are - not totally - but somewhat to pretty faithful to the source material (in it's essence).. Frank Herberts second book takes place about 12 years after the first one and book 3 another 9 years after that... The upcomming movie Dune Part 3 will adapt both of these books into one movie as far as I know. Herbert himself wrote another 3 books which take place several thousand years later (book 4 is 3500 years later, book 5 another 1200 years later but book 6 is taking place right after book 5)... So These 6 books are the official book series. HOWEVER after Herbert's death, his son and an author named Kevin J. Anderson wrote 17 additional books that function as prequels, sequels and gap fillers in between the original 6 books.

Matt Nagi

Absolutely excellent reaction. I understand your feeling intimidated, but you did a phenomenal job picking out a lot of things the movie only barely hinted at. You're doing just fine! There is an avalanche of other themes very front and center in the books that the movies can only hint at. Even the book took me many reads to really let it all sink in. The spice = oil in our world 100%. You caught on to that real quick. I'm afraid my teen-aged self took a LOT longer to figure that out than you did! Frank Herbert was very interested in how some middle eastern economies had this most precious resource but somehow never seemed to benefit the local population as much as you might think it should have. Very much looking forward to the reaction to the second movie!

SEAN ƴü KAY

Was it covid reasons that he didn't show up to the oscars? I would imagine his 'dream' to work on dune would make him show up...

David Kelly

is this the same as Baldemort of 40k commentary fame?

Jeff McClellan

Having read the books, seen the movies, and watched other reactors I can honestly say -- I think you did a great job! I really enjoyed it and I look forward to more reactions.

Ziro the Hutt

Hope since then you have started the books. They are amazing. I'm personally not a fan of these films (Jason Momoa being just one minor example of why), and prefer the bonkers 1984 David Lynch version with a half-naked and oiled up Sting fighting Paul, haha! The story is tremendous though, and it gets way out there as the books go on. Dunno if I'll watch Part III when it comes out at the cinema this year though, despite the lovely Rebecca Ferguson being awesome as always.

Ziro the Hutt

Whilst I'm not a fan of these movies, I do agree on the cinematography. Greg knows what he's doing alright.

Ziro the Hutt

George was influenced by many things including Dune when making Star Wars; however he did rip off of Dune a fair bit; which even though SW is my favourite franchise, I do feel verges on plagiarism.

Ziro the Hutt

If you like the politics, you really need to read the books, especially the first few. They are much better; and you get a better idea of Paul's mindset in them; rather than Timothy Chamalet looking a bit dopey throughout.

Ziro the Hutt

I second that, even for the cinematography alone.

djKENTO

Frank Herbert, the author of Dune admitted it was one of the biggest influences on his story telling and inspired Denis's entire approach to how to film it.

Ventena

Maybe he just doesn't respect the oscars I mean what serious award consists of a panel of judges that routinely don't watch all of the movies they are judging

Ziro the Hutt

Dune, like Lord of the Rings, was one of these pieces of media, deemed for decades to be "unfilmable" as well. Thankfully Peter Jackson put that right with LOTR eventually, and many think Villeneuve did here too for this modern adaptation of Herbert's masterwork. I still prefer the bonker's Lynch version though! :D

Joseph Olson

The movies are phenomenal, but to truly understand it you need to read the books your brother gave you. Especially the first one. There are 6 books written by Frank Herbert, and they get progressively more strange as they go along. I do like the first 3 or 4. “Dreams are messages from the deep” is part of this movie.

atr20-100

You didn't see too much in that movie ^^. I don't think one can ever see too much in a Dune adaptation :). I'd say that, in that version of the movie, you get maybe 50% of what the book (the same part of it, I mean) is trying to say. And that's already a lot. I discovered Dune through Lynch's movie. And I loved it. But it wasn't enough. Too many questions. So I read the book. Once... twice... and then the entire cycle, written by Frank Herbert. Multiple times. I started all that 20 years ago, maybe more. And it was only last year that I suddenly understood one essential thing the book was trying to tell me. I'd missed it for over 20 years. Anyway, the movie has some flaws. There are some important things it leaves out, and some things it gets wrong. Like: you don't use lasers against shields. In fact, shields and everything they entail are literally one of the foundations of the entire Dune universe (in my sense). But they didn't get that much wrong, even with quite a few liberties. Which, well, were mostly surprising and refreshing. You picked up on a lot of things that took me years to understand. You saw, very early on, that the Emperor wanted that war. Your analogy between spice and oil is a good one. Although spice is even more important than oil, in many ways. I'm pretty sure that's one of the things Frank Herbert wanted to point out. Well... Anyway, it was an absolute pleasure to watch that movie with you. I really, really enjoy your reactions. And, well... you should read the books. ^^ They're so much more profound. <3