The disappointment expressed by the speakers regarding the removal of Sting's character from the new Dune movie and their appreciation for the decision not to replace him.
The significance of showing Sting's character in the film, establishing his presence with limited screen time, and the positive impact of incorporating visually striking design choices.
Deep dives
The importance of Sting's character being cut from the movie Dune
One of the main points discussed in this podcast episode is the disappointment expressed by the speakers regarding Sting's character being completely cut from the new movie adaptation of Dune. They credit the filmmakers for recognizing Sting's excellent performance in the previous adaptation and choosing not to replace him, instead removing the character altogether. The speakers express their fondness for the 1984 Dune movie despite its flaws and compare it to the new adaptation, appreciating the decisions made by the filmmakers in the new movie.
The importance of establishing Sting as a character
The speakers mention that, in this episode of the Sting Fan Club podcast, they decided to broaden their horizons and discuss the actor Sting in the movie Dune. They highlight the significance of showing Sting's character and how it helped establish his presence in the film, despite the character's limited screen time. They praise the decision to give the character depth and make him a main character in the story, even if his role was relatively brief. They also mention the positive impact of incorporating the visual aesthetics and design choices that made the character visually striking and memorable.
The adaptation of the book Dune and the movie's fidelity to the source material
The podcast episode delves into the speakers' opinions on the movie adaptation's faithfulness to the book Dune. They discuss the decisions and changes made in translating the book to the big screen. The speakers express their satisfaction with the film's ability to capture the essence of the story and themes, praising the director's understanding of Dune. They touch on the visual scale and world-building displayed in the movie, appreciating the production design, art direction, and attention to detail that contributed to the film's immersive quality.
The divisive aspects and criticisms of the movie Dune
While expressing their admiration for the movie, the speakers acknowledge some criticisms and areas where they felt the film fell short. They discuss issues like sound mixing, which made it difficult to understand certain dialogues and affected the overall viewing experience. They also mention the exclusion and erasure of certain cultural elements from the book, particularly the representation of Middle Eastern and Muslim culture in the depiction of the Fremen. The speakers recognize the challenges filmmakers face in striking a balance between cultural representation and avoiding harmful stereotypes.
Brandon and Dan start this podcast talking about the travesty that is the removal of Sting from Dune 2021 then discuss the film at large and, for once, stay on topic for the entire episode.