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Two Harkonnen sisters battle forces that threaten the future of humanity and form a legendary sect that would become known as the Bene Gesserit. Whether they’re exploring the stars, escaping a dystopia, or making the world a better place, these women are science fiction. This series draws on material from the Great Schools of Dune trilogy by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson. The original Dune prequel tells the story of how the Brotherhood of Rossak evolved into the Bene Gesserit. The incident with Valya Harkonnen, using voiceover, is from one called “Mentats of Dune.” The three books intertwine the development of the Brotherhood, the Mentats, the Navigators, and the Suk Doctors. Reference AniMat’s Crazy Cartoon Cast: The New Normal (2020). I wanted to keep it short and to the point, but I felt compelled to expand on my thoughts. So there you have it. There was a time when writers knew how to weave exposition into the narrative without making it feel forced or contrived. I understand it’s the first episode, but do they have to explain everything as if it’s not public knowledge? Watson (Valya), Mark Strong (Emperor), Travis Fimmel (Hart), and Sarah-Sophie Bousnin (Princess) give strong performances. I feel like the show is in good hands. The other characters didn’t interest me. They move the story forward, but are forgettable. I guess we’ll see how it develops. I had a hard time focusing on the first episode. It felt like it was part of a whole that couldn’t be separated. I’ll wait a full season before I start shooting more episodes. They did a wonderful job with the visuals. The CGI is top-notch, the costumes are perfect, and Villeneuve’s vision is maintained and expanded upon. The art department should win awards for how beautiful it looks.
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