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Yes, I rated it good, but, overall this is a flawed movie, folks. I never saw the original in the theatre, but I rented it and enjoyed the visuals and cast. The story followed the book for the most part, but it seemed rushed and disjointed in others. I purchased a VHS "extended" edition from a Sci-Fi con that contained about 20 minutes more detail than this one(more narration, Baron V killing a teenager, etc.), but again more detail just provides more footage that did not make the original release. This version contains the backstory via narration and original storyboards, and does help launch you into the beginning. It also contains the water of life being spewed by a young worm. I despise the fact that the film uses the same approach shot of the same ship over and over. BOTTOM LINE: if you are Dune fan, you will enjoy the extra footage. If you have not seen it before, rent it and make up your mind if your library really needs this one.Read full review
While I enjoy this "extended version" it still is not what I'm looking for with dune which would be "Dune, a Directors Cut". I want a version wherein we get to see ALL of David Lynch's unique take and vision for Dune and it's mythos. That version of Dune has not and will never be released thanks to the shortsightedness of Mr. Delaurentis and the persnickityness of Mr. Lynch. Can't says I blame either though. Dune as it was released was one of the biggest flops in movie history, on the other hand the final version was so butchered by the producers Lynch refuses to have his name associated with it. As a result we get this "Extended Version" that, while better than the original, is not Lynch's complete vision. More's the pity, however, as my Daddy used to say, "a fast penny beats a slow dollar", so buying this DVD, while not perfect, is better than nuthin'. Dave MacksRead full review
Dune is a very good Sy-Fy film. It is bizarre, but once you get into it you will find it is unique. The reason why I like Dune, the story-line is great; and you have the whole good versus evil going on. It's a space saga different than Star Wars, it will never beat Lucas' masterpiece's, but it can stand on it's own. What I like about the product is it come in a steel case with Dune terminology, and the theatrical/extended editions are on one disc. There are no negatives about this film.
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On the whole it is wonderful to have both versions of this classic movie adaptation of the 20th century true epic and visionary writer - Frank Herbert. The hard aluminum case is more show than tell and there isnt much to the extras either in the case or on the disk. This set is for those of use who have hunted and suffered through previous version VHS and tv captured attempts at seeing the legendary Alan Smithee version. Though now with much hind sight and countless viewings of both version over the years the long version is sorely lacking in editing transitions and feels choppier and choppier in story telling the more I watch it. But the true Dune devotees must have this as dvd navigation , while not as spectacular as guild navigators is a blessing and fitting for a movie of such scope and import. The "documentaries" are brief, old and unsatisfying to anyone looking for new insights or discuss of the movies own history, notoriety or the historical context of the book, the man(Herbert) and current events. In short:: This set is long on movie but too short on extras.Read full review
If "Lord of the Rings" is the pinnacle of fantasy, then "Dune" is surely the apex of science fiction. With the success of "Star Wars," "Star Trek" and "Moonraker," adapting Frank Herbert's masterpiece in 1984 must have seemed like a great idea. Instead, David Lynch crafted a substandard debacle while wrestling with studio bosses in a fight that later became reminiscent of "Blade Runner." "Dune" bombed at the box office and was reviled by fans of the book, who found it impossible to cram Herbert's sprawling universe into two hours and 17 minutes. Not much has changed in two decades. Even in an extended version, "Dune" is still awful—a fact that Lynch himself has admitted in several interviews. The film's pacing is terrible, focusing on the first few chapters for 90 minutes and compressing nearly 400 pages into the movie's last half hour. Plus, decisions were made concerning the art direction that defy logic: black stillsuits anyone? Still, in cinematic terms, the film does possess a few bright points. Twenty years on, the visual effects are still stunning. Miniatures and models will always hold up better than CGI, and this is certainly true with "Dune." The sandworms and spice trawlers look as real today as they did in 1984. The score by 80s band Toto still fits the film's trippy feel, and Kyle MacLachlan is superbly cast as Paul Atreides, a young man who may or may not be the messiah of the universe. Do these things save the film from utter disaster? No, but even in failure, David Lynch proves himself to be a visionary filmmaker.Read full review
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