Denis Villeneuve has surprised the film industry by announcing that he will begin filming Dune: Messiah in June 2025, thus advancing production several months ahead of schedule. This revelation occurred during an event prior to the BAFTA gala, where several sources close to the production shared the information. This change of plans puts the third installment of the saga on a fast track, aiming for a release in December 2026. The new film will continue the narrative of the saga and will be set years after the events […]
Denis Villeneuve has surprised the film industry by announcing that he will begin filming Dune: Messiah in June 2025, thus advancing production several months ahead of schedule. This revelation came during an event prior to the BAFTA gala, where several sources close to the production shared the information. This change of plans puts the third installment of the saga on a fast track, with the aim of releasing it in December 2026.
The new movie will continue the narrative of the saga and will be set years after the events of Dune: Part Two, exploring the consequences of Paul Atreides’ rise to power and the beginning of a brutal space jihad. Villeneuve has emphasized his “personal responsibility to finish the story,” which has fueled his interest in this sequel. It is already anticipated that *Dune: Messiah* will be very different from its predecessors, as the book it is based on does not conform to the standards of a conventional blockbuster and presents a very different Paul Atreides.
A new famous face for the largest current science fiction franchise
Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya return to reprise their roles as Paul and Chani, respectively, and the addition of Anya Taylor-Joy to the cast promises to bring freshness to the project. However, the production will also bring significant changes; Linus Sandgren will replace Greig Fraser as director of photography while Hans Zimmer will continue his collaboration as the composer of the soundtrack.
As fans await more details about this ambitious project, they can immerse themselves in the universe of Dune by enjoying the first two parts, which are already available on Max. The anticipation for what is to come is palpable, and Villeneuve is ready to tackle this new cinematic challenge with a unique and ambitious vision.
Steven Spielberg, one of the most prominent figures in the film industry, has left an indelible mark over more than five decades of his career. Considered a pillar of Hollywood, his influence extends to numerous filmmakers who have found inspiration in his innovative narrative and stylistic approach. Alongside George Lucas, Spielberg emerged as a “movie brat,” according to critic Bilge Ebiri, and has evolved into an indisputable reference. On several occasions, Spielberg has spoken about the films that have shaped his vision as a director. Among them stands out Citizen Kane, by Orson Welles, […]
Steven Spielberg, one of the most prominent figures in the film industry, has left an indelible mark over more than five decades of career. Considered a pillar of Hollywood, his influence extends to numerous filmmakers who have found inspiration in his innovative narrative and stylistic approach. Alongside George Lucas, Spielberg emerged as a “film brat”, according to critic Bilge Ebiri, and has evolved into an indisputable reference.
On several occasions, Spielberg has spoken about the films that have shaped his vision as a director. Among them, Citizen Kane by Orson Welles stands out, which for him represents an icon of courage and audacity in cinematic art. “It means everything to me,” he has stated in interviews, emphasizing how this work has been meticulously studied in film schools around the world. According to Spielberg, Kane challenges filmmakers to tell stories in a unique and profound way, which has been a central axis in his own career.
It is not the movie that deserves such consideration for Spielberg
Additionally, Spielberg has shared his appreciation for other great classics, such as The Godfather, It’s a Wonderful Life, and 2001: A Space Odyssey. However, his interest in contemporary cinema also shines through, as evidenced by his recommendation of Dune, directed by Denis Villeneuve. This support for new voices in cinema highlights his desire to see the evolution of the medium and to inspire future generations.
Film criticism has hailed Citizen Kane as one of the greatest films in history. The renowned critic Roger Ebert stated in 2012 that, without a doubt, this masterpiece by Welles deserves such distinction. With its innovative approach and narrative complexity, Citizen Kane continues to inspire filmmakers and audiences alike, a legacy that Spielberg continues to foster in his own career.
“Dune: Awakening” has received a new trailer, showcasing some of the game’s elements and spectacular artistic design.
After the release of Dune: Part 2, the flame for the franchise has been reignited. Villeneuve’s first film was already a success, and this second one only doubles down on everything that made the first one interesting. That’s why it shouldn’t surprise us that new information about other derivative works appears.
Dune has had several video games throughout history. The latest is Dune: Spice Wars, an excellent RTS that introduces us to the management and exploration of Arrakis, with a much slower pace, similar to that of 4X games. But let’s not fool ourselves. A large part of the audience dreams more of exploring than managing the endless deserts of Arrakis. Something that Dune: Awakening offers us, an open-world action survival MMO that was announced on August 23, 2022, and of which we haven’t heard anything. Until now.
Dune: Awakening has released a new trailer that shows us the gameplay of the game. With giant worms, ornithopter battles, base building options, and exploration of vast deserts, the game promises to be a very faithful adaptation to the concept of the book and the movies. In addition, for those who find the trailer too short, they have released an extended version of it, where they go into more details about the game’s design. With the developers commenting on some very interesting details.
The only somewhat questionable thing about the trailer is that, despite being a survival game, very little is shown about this aspect of the game. Although it is expected that they will dedicate a separate trailer to it in the future, it is still somewhat disappointing not to have seen anything about it. Especially considering how well games of this genre have been performing in recent months.
Dune: Awakening does not have a release date yet, but it will be released on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S. Although after this trailer, it is expected that the announcement of the date will not take long to arrive.
Dune: Part 2 has everything in its favor: a 95% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a social media universe of 575.5 million followers.
The long-awaited and long-delayed Dune: Part 2 has had a good start in its journey through a few cinemas worldwide, with over 10 million dollars raised in previews, according to industry estimates on Thursday.
This figure includes $2 million from the Imax fan preview that took place on February 25th. It should be noted that these figures do not come from Warner Bros, so they could be higher or lower. The previews started yesterday at 3:00 p.m.
With over 10 million dollars, it is the highest grossing in previews that we have seen since Barbenheimer, on Thursday, July 20, when Barbie, from Warner Bros, made 22.3 million and Oppenheimer, from Universal, 10.5 million.
Dune: Part 2 has everything going for it: a 95% on Rotten Tomatoes and a social media universe of 575.5 million on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, according to RelishMix.
Fans agree that director Denis Villeneuve can be trusted to deliver the usual results, and they remember his work on Dune and Blade Runner 2049. Many compare it to the original Lord of the Rings trilogy. And the soundtrack, composed by Hans Zimmer, is enchanting everyone.
The movie is described as more than just a blockbuster, as a “complex geopolitical thriller”, and fans want more. All signs point to Dune: Part 2 being the highest-grossing film of 2024.
The second part of the Dune movie may not be hitting theaters soon, but we will be able to enjoy Dune: Spice Wars much sooner than expected.
The writers’ strike is having many consequences, including the delay of many important films, such as the sequel to the new Dune movie. This is inevitable and right; writers have the right to fair compensation for their work. But that doesn’t take away our itch for more Dune. Fortunately, the video game industry has us covered on that front.
Funcom has announced the release date for Dune: Spice Wars. Created by Shiro Games, this is a 4X strategy game that draws from Frank Herbert’s novels to create its own version of the universe, faithful but flexible enough to craft its own version of events. The game was released in early access in April 2022 and will be officially released on September 14th, 2023, on PC.
For those who may not know, a 4X strategy game is an empire-building strategy game in the style of Civilization or Hearts of Iron. The abbreviation 4X stands for explore, expand, exploit, exterminate; these games involve turn-based, board game-like gameplay where you carefully manage resources and terrain to expand your influence across space and time, ultimately dominating the entire scenario.
These are demanding but very rewarding games that will delight fans of board games, especially those who enjoy games with greater complexity in their rules.
Dune: Spice Wars has received significant updates since its early access release, growing exponentially since then. With six playable factions, spectacular aesthetics, and our tips on everything you need to know about Dune: Spice Wars, you have little excuse when it comes out on September 14th, both on PC and Game Pass.
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So that you don't get lost and put Catan aside, we are going to tell you about those ten board games that cannot be missing in any good house.
5100 years ago things were not so different from today. People also fell in love, worked, hated politicians, and brought complicated board games to dinner parties with friends for the pleasure of saying, “Well, a little game, eh?” Senet started it all in Egypt and, over the millennia, the same thing has happened that happens when we take a very old game off the shelf: the rules have been lost.
Fortunately, as a society we have left behind games like Monopoly, Trivia or Taboo to give way to an almost overwhelming number of modern “must try” games.It is estimated that 3000 new board games are released every year, not counting versions, adaptations and bestsellers. So that you don’t get lost and leave Catán aside, we are going to tell you those ten board games that can’t be missing in any good house. No, we are not referring to Parcheesi.
10) 7 Wonders Duel
You only have one person to play with and you’re sick of brisca? Try the version for two of ‘7 Wonders’, which surpasses (by far) its mother. In this game you will have to create an empire through three different eras getting the right resources to build your wonders without leaving aside the power of the army, science and, perhaps, get the favor of the gods. As easy to learn as it is difficult to master, ‘7 Wonders Duel’ is a must for any bookshelf.
9) Werewolves of Castronegro
You’ve played this game a thousand different ways (usually using cards from a regular deck and calling it ‘Town Sleeps’), but none can beat the quintessential social game, on which even reality shows like ‘Traitors‘ have been based. If you have a large group where you all know each other, this is the ideal game to never stop: a town full of innocent citizens, a few werewolves, daylight trials, impossible loves, hunters with one last bullet and girls who can be the first to fall. It never gets old!
8) Marvel Champions
Yes, yes, I know. If you’re a fan of European board games you’ll be holding your hands over your head, but… ‘Marvel Champions’ is the perfect adaptation of a powerful license to a collectible card game. Don’t let its somewhat complex rules hold you back. When you start to beat the villain of the day with Spiderman or Captain America you’ll immediately know why it has it all: excitement, adventure and the possibility that even Rhino will have a good hand and give you a haircut.
7) Pandemic Legacy
In any list, in any way, we would not propose ‘Pandemic’ as a game to be considered beyond a few pachangas. But ‘Pandemic Legacy’, especially in its season 1, changed everything we believed about the game. Twelve games, twelve months, twelve decisions that can change the fate of the world forever. Hold on to your character and boost his special powers, because as you open boxes, expand the rules and turn the plane of Earth into a place of uncontrollable infections, each month will become more and more difficult.
6) Terraforming Mars
And if we destroy Earth, the time has come to make Mars a habitable planet. But of course, several companies are fighting for the same thing. Buy the right cards, play smart, use strategy and claim a victory that won’t be clear until the last minute. A warning: you will probably need a couple of games before acclimatizing yourself to all the new concepts proposed by the game, but when your head clicks… You will be facing the most exciting two hours of your life.
5) Blue
Not everything is going to be games for hardcore gamers: you have to leave room for those that your father could understand if he wanted to. Azul’ and all its variants is a guarantee of eating your head off for a while, playing to annoy your opponent and, in the meantime, trying to decorate your own palace. Most likely you will end up eating many more pieces than you would like, but with a style of play so easy to understand and, at the same time, so complex to strategize, it is an absolute must that comes to replace the classics of a lifetime in the family.
4) The mansions of madness
Halfway between a role-playing game, wargame and horror is ‘Mansions of Madness’, a game that must be played with a mobile application and in which you must confront the hosts of Lovecraftian evil while you fall little by little in the lack of sanity. Each step will literally bring you closer to success or failure, and it is vital that you take it wisely. You may have to leave that object on the ground or not investigate that noise, the important thing is to get out alive!
3) Dune Imperium
Dune Imperium’ is a constant struggle between different factions to take over the power of Arrakis: build your deck little by little, gain influence and power, polish your strategy, make pacts with the other factions… And, if you can, win the war for the Spice. Ah! And once you get tired of it, in a long time, don’t let its expansions pass you by: pure playable gold.
2) Arkham Horror
We return to Lovecraft once again to get into one of the most famous card games of all time. Play alone or with another investigator, encounter cultists and try not to fall into madness when you see creatures beyond comprehension. All your choices will have consequences, and you may not finish this adventure alive – if you do, don’t forget to get any of the many, many, many expansions that extend the adventure to the limit!
1) Gloomhaven: Lion’s jaws
Although the deepest gamers prefer ‘Gloomhaven’, without extras, the truth is that its sequel is much simpler to set up and play, without losing a bit of the excitement, the fight, the struggle and the atmosphere of the original. A cooperative game of tactical combat in which you will have to finish off the monsters that come to finish you off. The best part? It’s as easy as opening the box and starting to play through the 25 campaign scenarios – learn as you play! An absolute must-have that improves on the original in every way. Not a good house without its ‘Gloomhaven: Lion’s Maw’.
