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Dune Part Two

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The long awaited Dune sequel is here and holy crap was it worth the wait! I’m not the biggest science fiction fan, but even I have to admit that this instalment was on a whole other level. I was left completely and utterly transfixed on what was unfolding in front of me.

Picking up right from where we left off, Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) has joined forces with the Fremen and is getting closer to Chani (Zendaya) as a result. Despite the prophecy claiming he is the Chosen One, he does all that he can to stay true to himself while grappling with his inevitable fate.

Firstly, it’s important to note how visually stunning the cinematography is here. The way in which the landscapes were shot from the sand dunes to the various locations were literally out of this world. It was like an overload to the senses at times and I mean that in the best way possible. Just absolutely outstanding!

The acting here is top notch with everyone delivering career best performances. Chalamet solidifies the fact that he was the right choice for our leader; I wasn’t sure of him before, but now I am. It was great to have more of Zendaya on screen this time around as she really was the grounding force throughout. Newcomers to the group Florence Pugh and Austin Butler fit right in; the former was the perfect Princess Irulan while the latter was completely chilling as the sadistic Feyd-Rautha. Complete with Rebecca Ferguson, Javier Bardem, Josh Brolin, Dave Bautista, Christopher Walken, Léa Seydoux, Stellan Skarsgärd and Charlotte Rampling, there was nothing they couldn’t do.

While there were times where I felt the pace needed to pick up slightly and the open ending, I was engrossed the whole way through. I remember enjoying the first film, but this was so much more elevated. It was easy to follow, had great story arcs and an incredible score that fit perfectly. This is what cinema is all about – being swept away into another world and forgetting where you are for that moment in time.

Dune Part Two really is worth the hype that it’s been getting. Run don’t walk to your nearest cinema and enjoy it on the big screen. You won’t be disappointed!

Rating: ♥️♥️♥️♥️.5

Wonka

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Come with me and you’ll be in a world of pure imagination in Paul King’s adaption of Wonka. We all know what happened after Willy Wonka opened his chocolate factory. He went on to give many people, young and old, joy and happiness with his unbelievable creations. But we don’t know that Willy (Timothée Chalamet) started off as a boy with a dream. All he ever wanted was to share his passion with the world and regardless of all that was thrown at hime, he never gave up.

If you aren’t into musicals, then this might not be for you. It’s not overloaded with songs, but they were there to help move the story along. I thought this incorporation was smart and really added to my enjoyment of the film. Some of the songs were stronger than others. One thing was for sure, the cast were able to carry a tune and I found myself bopping along.

I wouldn’t say I was hesitant about Chalamet’s portrayal, but considering the fact that I’m usually indifferent towards him, I was impressed. He oozed the right charm and charisma and I could see the similarities between him and Gene Wilder which was appreciated. The rest of the casting choices were A+: Paterson Joseph, Matt Lucas and Mathew Baynton as the opposing chocolatiers Slugworth, Prodnose and Ficklegruber, Keegan-Michael Key as the gullible Chief of Police, Sally Hawkins as Willy’s mother and Rowan Atkinson as Father Julius. It was Olivia Colman, however, who stole the show as Mrs. Scrubbit. She was both absolutely horrible and completely hilarious all at the same time and I loved how she leaned into the madness of it all.

As the film focuses heavily on delectable and otherworldly desserts, I was in absolute heaven watching them all come to life. The CGI effects were quite outstanding here and really managed to transport me to these places. From Wonka’s shop in the galleria, to the scene in the zoo, it was beyond anything I could have ever imagined it would be.

What I loved the most about Wonka was the amount of heart it had. Sure there were some predictable and corny moments, but it worked overall. It truly reached out to the dreamer in me and had me feeling like anything was possible. This is one the whole family can enjoy and as a result, I recommend giving it a watch this holiday season.

Rating: ♥️♥️♥️♥️

Dune

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Based on the book series of the same name, Dune follows the story of Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet), a gifted young man who must fulfill his destiny. To make this happen, he must travel to a dangerous planet to secure the life of his family and his people. His journey, however, will not be an easy one as multiple forces hunt for a supply of a unique and special resource that will change the universe forever.

Let’s get this out of the way: I am not a fan of science fiction. Most of the time I end up confused and missing out on half of the story because they are way too intricate for me to comprehend. So, my expectations for this movie weren’t very high. Here I was thinking I would be spending the entire time struggling to keep up. I can gladly say that the opposite happened though and I ended up completely entranced in the story. While it took some time for things to get going, once it did, I was fully immersed and could barely turn my eyes away from the screen.

With such a stacked cast, it was impossible for me not to enjoy the various performances. While I was initially interested in seeing Zendaya and Jason Mamoa, even I have to admit that I wasn’t as bothered by Timothée Chalamet’s portrayal of Paul. He’s not usually a favorite of mine. Oscar Isaac, Josh Brolin, Javier Bardem, Dave Bautista and Stellan Skarsgård were all flawless in their roles. Rebecca Ferguson’s role as Lady Jessica was the standout however. She stole every scene she was in.

I think the most impressive part of the film was the world building and the sets. I don’t think I had seen anything quite like it before and I couldn’t get over how realistic it all looked. That is something that I admire most about this genre and Dune was no exception. I felt immediately transported to those places which I greatly appreciated. Additionally, the musical score was beautifully haunting and fit perfectly. Hans Zimmer is a genius. I had chills multiple times throughout.

Overall I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed Dune. It was very well done and I can say that it is worth the hype it has been receiving. I’m looking forward to seeing what happens next!

Rating: ♥♥♥♥