Denis Villeneuveis known around the world for directing the recentDunemovies.
But there’s a reason why the filmmaker wouldn’t dare to explore the galaxy far, far away.
“Its a long story.
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Still today, the Ewoks.
It turned out to be a comedy for kids.
So Im not dreaming to do aStar Warsbecause it feels like code is very codified.”
Paul Atreides unites with Chani and the Fremen while seeking revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family.
AfterDisneyacquired theStar Warsfranchise more than a decade ago, the studio hurried to hireJ.J.
Abramsto develop a new trilogy that would bring the galaxy far, far away back to the big screen.
The result was the launch ofStar Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens.
The sequel starringDaisy RidleyandAdam Driverproved to be a very nostalgic narrative.
Nevertheless, the investment turned out to be very profitable for Disney.
This year’sDune: Part Twoearned $714 million at the global box office.
In the meantime, fans can’t expect Villeneuve to work on theStar Warsfranchise any time soon.
A thirdDunemovie will be produced in the near future.
Stay tuned to Collider for more updates.