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A mythic and emotionally charged hero’s journey, “Dune” tells the story of Paul Atreides, a brilliant and gifted young man born into a great destiny beyond his understanding, who must travel to the most dangerous planet in the universe to ensure the future of his family and his people. As malevolent forces explode into conflict over the planet’s exclusive supply of the most precious resource in existence—a commodity capable of unlocking humanity’s greatest potential—only those who can conquer their fear will survive.
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Digital Copy Expiration Date ‏ : ‎ March 31, 2023
MPAA rating ‏ : ‎ PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned)
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.31 x 7.52 x 0.71 inches; 2.72 ounces
Item model number ‏ : ‎ LGJ-HBLJ-DIZ8
Director ‏ : ‎ Denis Villeneuve
Media Format ‏ : ‎ Subtitled, NTSC, DVD
Run time ‏ : ‎ 2 hours and 35 minutes
Release date ‏ : ‎ January 11, 2022
Actors ‏ : ‎ Timothée Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Isaac, Josh Brolin, Stellan Skarsgård
Dubbed: ‏ : ‎ Spanish
Producers ‏ : ‎ Mary Parent, Tanya Lapointe, Denis Villeneuve, Joshua Grode, Herbert W. Gains
Language ‏ : ‎ English (Dolby Digital 5.1), English (Dolby Digital 5.1 EX), Spanish (Dolby Digital 5.1)
Studio ‏ : ‎ Warner Home Video
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09MDJK34P
Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ USA
Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 1
Reviewer: Matt Harnick
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: The Best Adaptation So Far
Review: Dune is one of the two most iconic works of fiction of the mid 20th Century, the other being "The Lord of the Rings". Both books were major milestones in their genres and for much the same reasons. Dune was the first true space-epic in a very real sense. It was three or four times the length of any of its contemporaries and this as much as any thing set it apart. A book of this length has a lot in it and this makes it difficult to adapt. Add to this a density of material and a faithful adaptation becomes extremely difficult.While the original 1980s "Dune" adaptation wasn't great, it was far from horrible. The special effects were incredible, especially of the Sandworms. In the early 2000s, the SciFi channel (now SyFy) adapted it into a limited-run series but deviated so far from the original that it was unrecognizable.This new adaptation has gone back to the source material and done what couldn't be done previously, thanks to the development of CGI. With very few exceptions, this is a truly faithful adaptation. However this is only part one - which is a good thing. It's not possible to tell this story properly with a single film, even if it runs to 3 hours.One major change from the Novel is that Dr. Kynes, the planetologist, has had a gender swap and is now female. This makes no real difference to the role and so it is inconsequential. Most of the noticeable changes are of this kind - they don't violate the original at all.The only thing that annoyed me mildly was that I didn't know this was just part one until after I had seen it the first time. I have bad memories of Ralph Bakshi's "Lord of the Rings" adaptation where the proposed second film was never made. Happily that is not the case with this franchise.I firmly believe that this new interpretation of "Dune" does a fantastic job of adapting difficult material and this film is definitely worth seeing and owning.

Reviewer: Neutrino
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Best attempt yet at a Dune movie
Review: Making a Dune movie (or series) has been tried many times but this is by far the best job to date. I first read Dune over 40 yrs ago and have read it several times since, so I'm pretty critical of any movie or series. The 1984 version was very good but I loathed it's idea for 'Voice' and the 'Weirding Way' of fighting. Another attempt had an open-air waterfall on Dune and I wondered if they even bothered to read to book at all.This film is very, very good in both those areas. It's handling of Voice is -almost- perfect. And water (I should say moisture) discipline on Dune is treated well - though I am making allowance for what the poor video effect would be of having Fremen wearing covering caps, forehead pads, and using their mask all the time outdoors. That may be more correct but it would make filming difficult. They did use the full cap and mask on the one real 'sand crossing' they made, though.A lot of side stories were left out but nothing that was critical in my opinion. If they had put everything into the movie they would barely make it to Dune before running out of time and it would have to be at least a 4-part 'movie'.All in all I think Denis Villeneuve's Dune attempt is excellent so far and I expect great things from Pt 2. I was really happy to see the studio approve Pt 2 as quickly as they did.***Some Spoilers***- I loved the use of the desert mouse over and over in various scenes. Hopefully, this is foreshadowing of what's to come.- Their treatment of ornithopters was --awesome--, dragonflies instead of birds but the effect is so great I would call it an improvement over the original (though the double-seater craft should have been front-back wings instead of over/under). If Herbert had known more about dragonfly aerodynamics he may have taken that approach, too.- Their handling of the worms was -magnificent- and worth every penny they spent for the CGI on those and their effect on the sand around them. The sand waves the worms made was great. They really brought home the impact of something so large on such small creatures like men and even not-so-small machines like the harvester.- The Imperial Testing Station was a bit out of line with it's open ceilings but they did have the plants and the original explanation of why it was there. They even covered the ornithopter that brought everyone to the station.- Kynes' death scene was a bit different but the original would have taken much more time and this adaptation was acceptable.- The first sand crossing for Paul and Jessica was done really well, clear down to the drum sand, and included an added scene where they rest out in the desert, which was excellent.- The fight with Jamis was not in sietch like the original but I understand they were making a hard cut between Part 1 & Part 2 - making it obvious Pt 2 will be mostly with the Fremen including in sietch.- I wasn't too happy about the troop not wearing their caps on their way to sietch Tabr but that's the only real fault I have with the movie. Though I did approve of the Fremen's handling of Jamis' body.I can't wait for Pt2!!PS I did remember one other Big Oops in the movie. During the Harkonnen invasion of Arrakeen there was a (what looked to be space-ship mounted) laser being used in one scene. To me, that completely negated the whole explanation of why lasers aren't in common use as a weapon.

Reviewer: Miss Quita
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Great Movie
Review: Enjoyed this movie and are waiting impatiently for number 2.

Reviewer: Joella
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Decent reprise. Fan of the original.
Review: I am Dune’s biggest fan. The epic 80’s motion picture was my favorite movie ever. This isn’t close to the original, but decent considering where Hollywood is these days.

Reviewer: Adam Blaque
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Looks great
Review: Looks great in 4k!

Reviewer: Alejandro rubio
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Great movie
Review: Great movie

Reviewer: Amber Reid
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Movie
Review: Good movie

Reviewer: Dionisio Fowler
Rating: 3.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Fine but flawed film
Review: There is a lot to like about Dune. For one, the special effects and production design are incredible. Everything about the worlds of Caladan and Arrakis feels incredibly detailed and believable. From the high-class beauty of the interior decoration at Duke Leto's castle to the dirty practicalities of Arrakeen's architecture, everything looks great. The vehicle design is excellent too, as are the enormously majestic and terrifying sandworms.My issue with Dune is that it doesn't quite have enough inside to back up its outside. The story itself is interesting, but feels a bit rushed despite its long runtime. I don't feel like I really get to know the characters very well, and the fall of House Atreides doesn't feel quite as impactful as it should because of this. The cast of this film is very impressive, but none of the actors get to do anything particularly interesting, and the film ends up feeling a bit flat despite its impressive visuals. When I first watched the film, I hadn't read the book, but I have since read it thanks to a friend of mine who's an overzealous Dune fan. Reading the psychologically rich original book really drove home how much this film is lacking in in-depth characterization, meaning that I still don't love this film despite my newfound appreciation of the book.Still, the film definitely looks and feels great. My favorite part of the film is absolutely its music. Hans Zimmer brings it as alway with a remarkably distinctive and powerful soundtrack that has stuck out to me as one of the most memorable scores in recent memory.Overall, it's not a bad film by any means, but I don't think it's great either, and it's definitely pretty overrated.

Reviewer: jesus m.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Se ve muy bien, aparte que es una buena película la recomiendo, espero poder tener la parte 2 en 4k luego 👌

Reviewer: Zambelli Cristian
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Recensione di "Dune" - 9,5/10"Dune" è un capolavoro, non c'è altro modo per descriverlo. Denis Villeneuve ha saputo prendere un'opera letteraria complessa e ricca come quella di Frank Herbert e trasporla sul grande schermo in modo magistrale. Il film è una meraviglia visiva, con una fotografia mozzafiato e un design di produzione che trasporta lo spettatore in un universo completamente nuovo, vasto e affascinante. Ogni inquadratura sembra un'opera d'arte, e la colonna sonora di Hans Zimmer aggiunge ulteriore profondità e epicità a un'esperienza già straordinaria.Il cast è eccezionale, con interpretazioni che rispecchiano perfettamente i personaggi dell'opera originale. Timothée Chalamet nel ruolo di Paul Atreides è impeccabile, riuscendo a catturare la vulnerabilità e la determinazione del giovane protagonista. Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Isaac, e il resto del cast offrono performance memorabili che danno vita ai complessi intrecci di potere e destino che permeano l'universo di Dune.Se proprio si vuole trovare l'ago nel pagliaio, l'unico appunto che potrei fare riguarda il ritmo in alcune parti del film, specialmente nei momenti più dedicati alla narrazione e nei tempi morti. In queste sezioni, il film rallenta un po', e se il ritmo fosse stato più serrato, Dune avrebbe raggiunto la perfezione assoluta. Tuttavia, questo piccolo difetto non intacca la qualità complessiva del film, che rimane un'opera eccezionale e uno dei migliori adattamenti di fantascienza mai realizzati.Villeneuve è riuscito a creare un mondo che è al tempo stesso fedele al libro e innovativo, e il risultato è un'esperienza cinematografica che non solo intrattiene, ma ispira e fa riflettere.E come sempre, Amazon è stata all'altezza delle aspettative. Il film è arrivato rapidamente e in condizioni perfette, confermando l'eccellenza del servizio.In sintesi, Dune merita un 9,5 su 10. È un capolavoro sotto quasi tutti i punti di vista, con un cast e una regia eccezionali. Con un ritmo leggermente più calibrato, sarebbe stato perfetto. Amazon, come sempre, si merita il massimo dei voti per l'ottimo servizio offerto.

Reviewer: Marco Petti
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: RECENSIONE:Dune è un film complicato, che va metabolizzato lentamente. Ad una prima visione si hanno certe sensazioni, ad una seconda le sensazioni mutano, ed una terza cambiano drasticamente sfociando in qualcosa di fantastico. E’ un film divisivo. Se da una parte troviamo una scenografia sontuosa, una regia perfetta, una fotografia dall’impatto dirompente, dall’altra ci attendono dialoghi dalle aspettative forti e una colonna sonora all’altezza.Riguardando il film le sensazioni sono mutate, se inizialmente il senso di stranezza era preponderante, ora affiorano solo particolarità positive di un’opera difficilissima da girare, su cui Denis Villeneuve ha fatto obiettivamente un lavoro immenso e gratificante. Con due o tre scene che potrebbero fare la storia del cinema. La rappresentazione della battaglia, l’apparizione prepotente del vermone e soprattutto la prima apparizione del Barone Harkonnen. I dialoghi acquistano un diverso spessore e la colonna sonora, riascoltata attentamente, risulta vincente…Regia e sceneggiatura sontuosa e un cast al top completano l’opera. Timothée Chalamet è giovane e bravo, Dave Bautista si destreggia perfettamente, Jason Momoa risulta credibile e Rebecca Ferguson non fa pesare la sua giovane età. Oscar Isaac, Josh Brolin e Charlotte Rampling sono bravissimi come sempre. Ma il vero mattatore, quello che da solo annienta ogni scena altrui e che riempie lo schermo con tutta la sua bravura è Stellan Skarsgaard. La sua prima apparizione è da brividi, e anche quando omaggia il Colonnello Kurtz riesce a sembrare naturale e non derivativo. Un gigante.Alla fine della visione, tutto è più chiaro. Ciò che appare a prima vista muta drasticamente, constatando come ogni tassello componga un mosaico perfetto che forma a sua volta un quadro complessivo meraviglioso. Un opera maestosa che riporta alla ribalta il grande kolossal di antica memoria.Il film prodotto da Warner Bros., Legendary Entertainment e Villeneuve Films viene distribuito per il mercato Home Video da Warner Home Video e presentato nei formati di 2,40:1,1,90:1 e 1,43:1 con una risoluzione di 1920×1080 pixel. La confezione è la semplice amaray bella graficamente ma priva di Artwork interno. Il film è stato girato in digitale con camere Arri Alexa e Mini, entrambe LF IMAX nativamente in 4,5 K. In fase di post produzione non convincendo il regista e direttore della fotografia, per la troppa nitidezza, si è scelto di riversare l’opera su pellicola 35 mm per poi scannerizzare il tutto in 4K. Questo per rendere l’opera più vicina possibile alla realtà.La qualità del Blu-Ray è altissima. Il quadro video è da riferimento, con immagini tipicamente cinematografiche ma ricche di una quantità di dettagli che soddisfa la visione. Le immagini, pur non risultando pungenti, riescono a riprodurre ogni pur piccolo dettaglio, sia nei primi piani che nelle panoramiche in un giroscopio di informazioni per gli occhi. Le scene notturne, in penobra o durante le tempeste di sabbia, risultano prive di sbavature con un quadro video preciso e con un livello del nero perfettamente bilanciato. I colori vengo riprodotti in modo estremamente naturale.Sul fronte Audio troviamo una traccia esplosiva in Dolby Atmos True/HD per la lingua originale e un DTS HD Master Audio 5.1 per l’Italiano. Il paragone è chiaramente improponibile di conseguenza consiglio di cuore di vedere il film in lingua originale. Comunque anche la traccia in Italiano è potente e gratificante, dalla buona dinamicità risultando piacevole nella visione. Subwoofer corposo che interviene nelle scene d’azione con vigore. Canale centrale pulito che regala dialoghi cristallini.Comparto Extra corposo e interessante:- The Royal Houses (8,12′) Featurette sull’ambientazione della storia da vari punti di vista;- The Spice Melange (1,51′) Storia e significato delle spezie;- The Sardaukar Battle (4,06′) la realizzazione di una scena di combattimento Filmbooks (composto da 5 parti) (10,27′) featurette con interviste e indiscrezioni;- Inside Dune (composto da 3 parti) (12,24′) dentro al film;- Building the Ancient Future (6,27′) creazione delle scenografie; - My Desert, my Dune (4,50′) Villeneuve ci racconta del suo approccio al progetto. Constructing the ornithopter (5,38′) featurette sulla costruzione del mezzo volante a forma di libellula;-Designing the Sandworm (5,40′) featurette sulla progettazione delle enormi creature;- Beware the Baron (5,00′) featurette sul processo di trucco che ha trasformato l’attore Stellan Skarsgård nel Barone;- Wardrobe from another world (2,52′) i costumi;- A new soundscape (11,12′) la creazione del sound design.

Reviewer: 高島邦夫
Rating: 3.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: 日本語は字幕吹き替え共ありません

Reviewer: Néstor Martínez
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Calidad en detalles es como empieza algo MUY BUENO! EXCELENTE PELÍCULA Y SI LA JUNTAS CON SU SEGUNDA PARTE ES ALGO ASOMBROSO!