First ‘Dune: Part Two’ Reactions Call The Film A “Monumental Cinematic Achievement”, A “Must See” and a “Masterpiece”

Date: February 15, 2024Author: Thomas Ellinidis 0 Comments

Dune: Part Two is the highly anticipated follow up to the beloved 2021 film and after numerous delays due to the SAG-AFTRA strike, the film has screened for a lucky few critics and embargo is up. So far, the reactions across the board are that of universal acclaim! Read some of the early thoughts here:

#DunePartTwo is a cinematic masterpiece! This is a MUST-SEE on the biggest IMAX screen you can find. Parts of this movie made Me feel like I was in the film. This isn’t a movie; it’s an experience. Denis Villeneuve is a master storyteller. Get ready for an epic cinematic journey! pic.twitter.com/vTmsHSMk5A
— Joseph Deckelmeier (@joedeckelmeier) February 15, 2024

Absolutely loved #DuneMovie Part Two from start to finish! I was blown away by every aspect- from the story, the acting, the visuals, and the soundtrack. Everything felt epic! Timothée and Zendaya’s chemistry was unmatched, and the sprinkles of humor landed. pic.twitter.com/O5pN7on4mR
— Dorian Parks (@DorianParksnRec) February 15, 2024

Dune: Part Two — Denis Villeneuve lands every spectacular, brutalist tableau he threw in the air three years ago. Sci-fi mythmaking at its finest and most tragic: the gravity of manufactured destiny, the untamable tendrils or belief. Loved this. pic.twitter.com/bWO9cUirhc
— Jeff Zhang 张佶润 (@strangeharbors) February 15, 2024

Austin Butler is absolutely transformative, captivating & seductively evil. Yet another compelling performance from Dave Bautista. Rebecca Ferguson tears up the screen, rising to commanding power. Florence Pugh turns in career best work. (2/2) #DunePartTwo/ #Dune2 pic.twitter.com/Ay5mdqTP3Z
— Courtney Howard (@Lulamaybelle) February 15, 2024

#DUNEPartTwo is a monumental cinematic achievement. Greater than Part I on a narrative, technical, & thematic level, Villeneuve delivers with grander ambition aided by an extraordinary, morally complex performance from Timothee Chalamet

The first MUST SEE blockbuster of the year pic.twitter.com/jVEkDQsS74
— Diego Andaluz (@thediegoandaluz) February 15, 2024

Denis Villeneuve sticks the landing with #DunePartTwo, a fascinating, terrifying character study told on a gloriously grand sci-fi scale.

Timothée Chalamet & Zendaya are INCREDIBLE in it, the set pieces are jaw-dropping, & the supporting cast elevates all the rest. It's great. pic.twitter.com/bjJZJYSFvN
— Germain Lussier (@GermainLussier) February 15, 2024

#DunePartTwo is a visually-monumental epic that never fails to immerse in its world. The narrative and its characters still beg for greater depth in this expansive mythos, but the action certainly goes much harder than Part One. Bring on Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Messiah! pic.twitter.com/eY5I1tlj03
— Jeff Nelson (@SirJeffNelson) February 15, 2024

Some of the visuals in Dune: Part Two had me so astonished, I feel like I understand how everyone felt seeing Star Wars for the first time back in 1977. It’s just unbelievable at times.
— BD (@BrandonDavisBD) February 15, 2024

Dune: Part Two is Denis Villeneuve's Empire Strikes Back & Lawrence of Arabia. A sci-fi opera that is not just grand in scale, but in its hypnotizing and emotionally devastating story. Austin Butler will be a talking point for many, but its Timothée Chalamet who left my jaw on… pic.twitter.com/IOyfauU5xQ
— David Gonzalez (@CinematicReel) February 15, 2024

#DunePartTwo is not only Denis's magnum opus; it's the definitive sci-fi epic of a generation. A tragic tale of blind fanaticism & corruption. A spectacular, soulful, awe-inspiring masterclass of aesthetics & mood beautifully echoing Paul's turbulent journey. Left me speechless! pic.twitter.com/Vw61IKIGWr
— Griffin Schiller (@griffschiller) February 15, 2024

DUNE: Part Two is a masterpiece. Maybe one of the best space films ever. Besides being the most visually impressive movie I've seen—an assault on all the senses—it's an riveting political thriller & character study. The cast is great but Rebecca Ferguson & Austin Butler steal it. pic.twitter.com/q7AZugQeGK
— Karl Delossantos (@karl_delo) February 15, 2024

Dune: Part Two is a masterpiece.

Denis Villeneuve drops an awe-inspiring, action-packed achievement in a hearty, complex story. It’s an astonishing, moving film which demands to be seen on the biggest, most immersive screen possible. I loved it. Innovative and thrilling. pic.twitter.com/r8s6IFCdWW
— BD (@BrandonDavisBD) February 15, 2024

Dune Part 2 is so visually stunning it is absolutely MIND BLOWING! The story's exciting & the cast crushes it! Zendaya & Timothée Chalamet have unmatched chemistry but he proves he is one of the greatest actors as he commands scenes, even opposite Christopher Walken! #DunePartTwo pic.twitter.com/BWb5UlQFPW
— Tessa Smith – Mama's Geeky (@MamasGeeky) February 15, 2024

I was kind of mixed on the first Dune. DUNE: PART TWO is phenomenal. Up there with the greatest sci-fi movies I’ve ever seen. I want to ride a sandworm. #DunePartTwo
— Mike Ryan (@mikeryan) February 15, 2024

DUNE: PART TWO is unlike anything we’ve seen before, yet familiar all the same. With a consistently impressive use of score and sound, it features transformative performances from Timothée Chalamet and Austin Butler. An adrenaline rush of cinematic proportions.#DuneMovie pic.twitter.com/wa7AfIGgcX
— film posers™️ Josie Marie 🍉 (@TheJosieMarie) February 15, 2024

Dune: Part Two is damn impressive. Villeneuve crafts some truly VISIONARY moments. Austin Butler gives a truly transformative performance (and not talking makeup either). Very moving ending. A wee bit long? Yes. Did I forget I saw it the next day? Yes. Still, gonna be massive. pic.twitter.com/ARooLrTK8z
— Gregory Ellwood – The Playlist 🎬 (@TheGregoryE) February 15, 2024

Read the synopsis for Dune: Part Two:

“Dune: Part Two” will explore the mythic journey of Paul Atreides as he unites with Chani and the Fremen while on a warpath of revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the known universe, he endeavors to prevent a terrible future only he can foresee.
Warner Bros

Dune: Part Two will have fan-first screenings on February 25 followed by a wide release on March 1. Are you excited to return to Arrakis? Let us know!

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