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‘Dune’ Was a Box Office Hit, so Why Doesn’t ‘Dune: Prophecy’ Work? Plus, ‘Say Nothing’ With Sean Fennessey.
Nov 18, 2024
Sean Fennessey, Head of Content at The Ringer and host of the Big Picture Podcast, joins the conversation to dissect the moral complexity of 'Say Nothing' and the pitfalls of adapting 'Dune: Prophecy' for television. They explore why the prequel series struggles, contrasting it with its cinematic predecessor's success. The discussion shifts to the finale of 'Disclaimer' and the narrative techniques that impact storytelling across mediums. Fennessey’s insights elevate the critique of contemporary adaptations and highlight the nuances of character portrayal in media.
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- ‘Say Nothing’ thrives in moral ambiguity, compelling viewers to engage in complex narratives that explore difficult themes.
- The finale of ‘Disclaimer’ serves as an example of a series potentially benefitting from a tighter, filmic structure for better impact.
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