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Imaginary Worlds

When All Is Said in Dune

Mar 27, 2024
Language creator David J. Peterson and his wife discuss developing the Fremen language for Dune: Part Two. They delve into the creative process of inventing fictional languages and the challenge of translating simple English phrases into the Chakobsa language from Dune novels. The episode also features interviews with other language creators, such as the inventor of Klingon and a language consultant for Star Trek: Discovery. Klingon Pop Warrior adds a fun twist to the discussion.
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Quick takeaways

  • Constructed languages add depth to fantasy worlds like in Dune through meticulous creation and implementation.
  • The correlation between character prominence and language popularity is evident in constructed languages like Klingon.

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The Creation of Shikopza Language for Dune Movies

David and Jesse Peterson developed the language of the Fremen, called Shikopza, for the Dune movies. Frank Herbert's novel was once deemed unfilmable due to its complex world. The success of Dune Part 1 led to an increased interest in constructed languages. The collaborative work of David and Jesse brought depth to the language in Dune Part 2.

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