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dune (2021)

A noble family becomes embroiled in a war for control over the galaxy's most valuable asset while its heir becomes troubled by visions of a dark future.

dune
Dune
PG-13
Sci-Fi
Adventure
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Release Date
October 22, 2021
Director
Denis Villeneuve
Runtime
2hr 35min
Main Genre
Sci-Fi
Format
Theatrical
Studio
Warner Bros., Legendary Entertainment, Villeneuve Films
Tagline
A mythic and emotionally charged hero’s journey

Summary

A mythic and emotionally charged hero's journey, "Dune" tells the story of Paul Atreides, a brilliant and gifted young man born into a great destiny beyond his understanding, who must travel to the most dangerous planet in the universe to ensure the future of his family and his people. As malevolent forces explode into conflict over the planet's exclusive supply of the most precious resource in existence-a commodity capable of unlocking humanity's greatest potential-only those who can conquer their fear will survive

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