HBO's Dune: Prophecy delves 10,000 years into the past to explore the origins of the Bene Gesserit. With compelling performances led by Emily Watson, the first episode offers a visually stunning yet complex dive into Frank Herbert’s rich universe.

Alison Schapker discusses her vision for Dune: Prophecy, a prequel series focusing on the Bene Gesserit’s origin story, and how it continues the momentum of the Dune movies. Streaming on Max November 17.

Explore Denis Villeneuve’s insights on Dune 3, Amy Adams’ surprising Oscar snub for Arrival, and his unproduced dark sci-fi rom-com script. The Dune: Part Two director shares his thoughts on epic filmmaking, future projects, and his journey through critical successes and Oscar disappointments. Find out more in this in-depth conversation from the Variety Awards Circuit Podcast.

Quentin Tarantino shares his admiration for the musical sequel ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’, despite its poor box office performance. Discover why the iconic filmmaker believes Joaquin Phoenix’s performance is one of the best he’s ever seen.

Hans Zimmer’s evocative score for Dune 2 is ineligible for an Oscar nomination due to the Academy’s rule on pre-existing music, which limits its submission eligibility. Despite this, Zimmer remains in contention for recognition at other major awards. Find out why his contribution to Dune 2 will still resonate with audiences globally and what’s next for the legendary composer.

At the BFI London Film Festival, Denis Villeneuve reflected on his career in a conversation with Ted Lasso star Brett Goldstein. He described Blade Runner 2049 as one of the riskiest films of his career, initially viewing it as a potential swan song. Villeneuve also touched on his experience with Hollywood, detailing his work on Prisoners, Sicario, and the Dune series, sharing insights into the challenges of large-scale filmmaking.