News about Denis Villeneuve

Dune: Part 2 of Frank Herbert's book was chastised for failing to include Middle Eastern and North African influences that were so prevalent in his book

www.dailymail.co.uk, March 27, 2024
Dune: Part Two is easily the year's best movie, and although the vast majority of followers and commentators are outraged, some are speaking out. The film is the second half of director Denis Villeneuve's two-part adaptation of Frank Herbert's 1965 sci-fi magnum opus, giving viewers a closer glance at the Fremen - the desert dwellers on Arakis - and their way of life. The original book, which was regarded as one of the best sci-fi books of all time, delves deeply into topics prevalent in Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) societies while also focusing on Western imperialism.

The 25 most epic sci-fi dramas to stream right now: Our critics sift through hundreds of options to choose the shows that are truly out of this world

www.dailymail.co.uk, March 20, 2024
Now is definitely the time to look at the stars, from zombie apocalypses to Jedi Knights. And if Denis Villeneuve's jaw-dropping sequel to his cinematic epic Dune starring Timothee Chalamet isn't enough to please your sci-fi appetite, our experts have compiled a list of the best futuristic dramas to watch right now. There are huge monsters, thrilling psychological thrillers, and plenty more to sink your teeth into...

According to Léa Seydoux, it's impossible for women to age without losing jobs, and she admits she is "not confident" as an actress: "I don't want to be afraid not to be popular."

www.dailymail.co.uk, March 5, 2024
According to Léa Seydoux, Hollywood is harder on women because feminine youth and beauty are valuable commodities within the mainstream film industry. Following her debut in the Franco-Belgian 2006 comedy Girlfriends, the French actress, 38, has had a long career both domestically and internationally. However, although Seydoux is content with a body of work involving a career-defining role as Bond girl Madeleine Swann in the 007 instalments Spectre and No Time To Die, she believes that female actors are under increasing pressure to keep their appearances in order to keep their positions.

Zendaya's on-screen mother Nika King jokes that she needs to come home from Paris Fashion Week to film Euphoria season 3: 'Mama need you!'

www.dailymail.co.uk, March 4, 2024
Nika King, the Euphoria actress, joked this week that her costar Zendaya is postponing filming of the series's highly awaited third season due to her travel to the United Kingdom. In a stand-up comedy set from Los Angeles' Hollywood Improv Lab that King tweeted to her TikTok on Sunday, the actress and comedian joked that the show's 27-year-old lead, who stunned in a revealing ensemble at Part Two's NYC premiere last month, was slowing down the start of season three filming by attending Paris Fashion Week. 'Season 3 is coming out,' said King, who appeared at the comedy club on February 13.'

The Shawshank Redemption is replaced by the IMDb's highest-rated film of all time

www.dailymail.co.uk, February 28, 2024
The Shawshank Redemption was knocked out of IMDB's top-ranked film days before it was expected to be released. The Shawshank Redemption stayed in the no. Since it overtook The Godfather in 2008, there has been only one spot since the Godfather was overthrown. Part Two of Dune received a 9.4 rating from viewers who made the cut to watch the film's early release on Sunday.

Josh Brolin of Dune reveals the 'biggest challenge' of shooting a futuristic film with Timothee Chalamet, who joked that he got 'calluses' from all the chaffing

www.dailymail.co.uk, February 27, 2024
In the science fiction film directed by Denis Villeneuve, Josh, 56, appears as Gurney Halleck, and he spent time in Abu Dhabi filming desert scenes. Josh talked to Robin Roberts, Michael Strahan, George Stephanopoulos, and Lara Spencer about the highly awaited sequel in an interview on Good Morning America on Tuesday, and ended up giving a lot too much detail.

During a tumultuous premiere of Dune: Part Two in NYC, the animated Florence Pugh playful grabs her chest

www.dailymail.co.uk, February 26, 2024
At the special screening at the Lincoln Center, the British-born actress, 28, playfully grabbed her chest while chatting with Lea Seydoux.

In a racy topless social media snap ahead of Dune's Part Two premiere in NYC, Anya Taylor-Joy flaunts her legendary figure

www.dailymail.co.uk, February 26, 2024
The actress, 27, posted a topless black and white photo on Instagram lauding her extraordinary figure in a tight corset.

At the premiere of Dune: Part Two, Rebecca Ferguson, 40, flashes her derriere in flirty fishnet frock and kinky boots

www.dailymail.co.uk, February 26, 2024
Rebecca Ferguson stepped forward with a black-PVC pair of high-heeled kinky boots to the premiere of Dune: Part Two, which was held at Lincoln Center in Manhattan's Upper West Side on Sunday. In a black flirty fishnet high-low frock beneath a leotard chosen by stylist Tom Eerebout, the Swedish 40-year-old flashed her derrière.

In the lead up to the glamour at Dune 2's premiere in NYC, Zendaya dares to stand out in unveiling cut out dresses with gold embellishments

www.dailymail.co.uk, February 25, 2024
When attending the Dune: Part Two premiere in New York City on Sunday, Zendaya looked every inch the glamorous film actress. In a stunning white gown with a unique cut out that revealed a glimpse at her navel, the Euphoria actress, 27, commandered awe. The actress - who recently admitted that it's 'strange' to kiss her co-star and friend Timothee Chalamet, 28, in the film - effortlessly exuded charm in the couture gown adorned with gold embellishments around the hemline

Zendaya gives massive $100K donation to the California Shakespeare Theater where her successful acting career first began

www.dailymail.co.uk, February 23, 2024
Zendaya made a $100,00 donation to the California Shakespeare Theater, which is where she began her acting career in Oakland, California. Per People, Euphoria actress 27 - who has been hard at work promoting the forthcoming film Dune: Part Two - made the most notable contribution to the theater company by teaming with the Women Donors Network (WDN). In a statement that was posted on the theater's official website, it was revealed that the funds were donated to the North Star Fund, which can be used for future performances as well as other improvements.

Anya-Taylor Joy is accused of Muslim cultural appropriation after she wears a hooded veil to the Dune: Part Two premiere: 'Why is she in a hijab?'

www.dailymail.co.uk, February 17, 2024
Anya-Taylor Joy was accused of Muslim cosplay after wearing a hooded veil to the Dune: Part 2 premiere on Thursday night. Alia Atreides, a 27-year-old actress, wore a plunging white gown to the premiere, but over the top, she wore a headscarf reminiscent of a Muslim Burka and hijab. Anya's gown was based on their 'hymèneé' bridal look from 1961's spring season.

Timothee Chalamet shocked Mexican fans by wearing a gold luchador mask at the Dune: Part Two of Mexico City premiere, after admitting that it was 'weird as hell' to kiss Zendaya

www.dailymail.co.uk, February 7, 2024
Timothee Chalamet treated his Mexican followers with a gold luchador mask at the Mexico City premiere of Dune Part Two. In a 2020 interview, the 28-year-old actor confessed that he was a'massive WWE fan' rising up, evidently bringing that passion to the premiere. He was seen on the red carpet at The National Auditorium in Mexico City sporting the mask, clearly acknowledging the 'lucha libre' Mexican wrestling tradition that has roots that go back all the way to the late nineteenth century.

When Austin Butler joins A-list co-stars at Dune: Part 2 in Mexico City, he keeps it cool in a baggy two-piece suit with white tee

www.dailymail.co.uk, February 6, 2024
Austin Butler started his week south of the border in a special photocall to advertise his latest film Dune: Part Two. On Monday, the 32-year-old Oscar winner made the red carpet in Mexico's capital for a fan gathering. Denis Villeneuve, a director and co-writer, was welcomed by Zendaya and Florence Pugh, as well as Timothee Chalamet, Josh Brolin, and director/co-writer Denis Villeneuve.

As war approaches in a THIRD trailer for Dune: Part Two, Timothee Chalamet and Zendaya set the screen ablaze with sizzling romance

www.dailymail.co.uk, December 12, 2023
Timothee Chalamet embarks on a heart-stopping third trailer for Dune: Part Two. In the ad, Prince Paul's romance with Zendaya's Chani is sure to make fans' hearts flutter. The film was supposed to be released on October 20, but due to several delays, it is now scheduled for release in March.

In new posters, Timothee Chalamet and Zendaya lead returning cast members and newcomers of Dune: Part Two

www.dailymail.co.uk, December 4, 2023
On Sunday, several posters for Dune: Part Two, the forthcoming science fiction film, were posted on Instagram. Many members of the first feature's ensemble cast were seen in the photographs, including actor Timothee Chalamet, who played Paul Atreides in the original film. Several new members of the cast of the sequel, which has been postponed several times, were also shown on the posters dressed up as their respective characters.

Dune: Part Two gets a March 2024 release date! In an updated poster for the sci film, Timothee Chalamet, 27, and Zendaya, 26, are seen

www.dailymail.co.uk, August 28, 2023
Dune: Part Two's highly awaited film has a new release date of March 15, 2024. Warner Bros. made the official announcement on Thursday, which was followed by a studio Instagram post on Monday. Timothee Chalamet and Zendaya, who appear in Denis Villeneuve's sci-fi film, were included in an updated poster.

Princess Irulan is dominating Dune: Part Two's official trailer

www.dailymail.co.uk, May 3, 2023
Part Two of a blood-pumping new trailer for Dune: Part Two premiered on Wednesday, led by Florence Pugh as a new addition to the cast. Princess Irulan, a character from Frank Herbert's original 1965 novel that has been turned into a sprawling two-part film epic, appears in Florence. She is now making her appearance in the sequel film directed by Timothée Chalamet as Prince Paul's dashing Prince Paul. Prince Paul is sure to make fans aflutter with his latest trailer, which sees him finally kissing Chani, a tribal soldier who is on the brink of his youth but who is now his compatriot in a raging war against resistance. Paul and Chani's desert tribe have joined in a collective war against the imperial powers who have oppressed her people and killed his father Duke Leto (Oscar Isaac).

In a recent trailer, this Oscar-nominated movie actor and Hollywood heartthrob looks unrecognizable

www.dailymail.co.uk, May 2, 2023
Since notching up his first Oscar nomination recently, he has made waves in the acting world. Now, though, after giving them their first glance at his new role, the actor in question might have his fanbase scratching their heads. The American actor can be seen with a bald head and shaved eyebrows making him difficult to detect in a new preview for his latest film, which was released on Tuesday. From his terrifying stare it is clear that he will be playing a villain in the new sci-fi project - but can you guess who it is?

Directors were "thrown under the bus" by streaming giants, according to Steven Spielberg

www.dailymail.co.uk, November 10, 2022
In the upcoming year, HBO Max's legendary director, 75, slammed the Warner Bros' decision to male all of its debuts in 2020. The $400 million blockbuster Dune was one of the films that was released on HBO Max the same day as it went out to theaters. It's not clear if Spielberg was referring to Dune in his interview, but Denis Villeneuve, the company's director, has slammed the video's broadcast on HBO Max.

Harry Styles and his girlfriend Olivia Wilde attend the Don't Worry Darling New York premiere

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 20, 2022
On Monday, Harry Styles displayed his chic sense of style at the Don't Worry Darling premiere with his co-star Olivia Wilde in New York. When Harry and Olivia's wedding in Montecito, California, on January 3-2021, rumors of their romance were confirmed when they were seen holding hands, raising eyebrows over how quickly she awaited her ex-husband, Ted Lasso actor Jason Sudeikis. But she seemed to be at ease in the company of Harry this week, with the former One Direction actor ensuring he caught the eye of onlookers in a fashion forward outfit.

Olivia Wilde suffers wardrobe malfunction as her heel gets caught in her glamorous gown

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 18, 2022
Olivia Wilde, dressed in a shimmering emerald green dress at the Don't Worry Darling premiere at the Victoria Eugenia Theatre in Spain on Friday, she looked sensational. As she arrived at the festival where she was welcomed by hoards of supporters and photographers, the actress, 38, looked every inch the Hollywood siren. However, she staggered about before stepping inside as the heels of her high heels were caught in the long train of her gown.

Amazon executives have supported Blade Runner 2099's sequel to Blade Runner 2049

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 15, 2022
Amazon Studios executives have sponsored a sequel to Blade Runner 2049. Several outlets announced on Thursday that the forthcoming science fiction program would be called Blade Runner 2099, and Deadline announced that it would be called Blade Runner 2099. Ridley Scott, the original 1982 Blade Runner film, will be one of the series' executive producers.

After spending time on Sex Pistols biopic Pistol', Louis Partridge and Sydney Chandler strike up romance

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 9, 2022
After falling for each other on the set of Pistol, Louis Partridge and Sydney Chandler have reportedly developed a love. Actor Louis, 19, appeared in the Disney+ television film, which was released in May, as actress Sydney, 24, portrayed Pretenders singer Chrissie Hynde. Louis jetted out to Italy to attend the premiere of her film Don't Worry Darling at the Venice Film Festival this week.