Long before Paul Atreides, there were the sisters who dared to shape the fate of humankind. Dune: Prophecy invites us into a world of power, ambition, and sacrifice - but does it live up to the towering legacy of Dune? With stunning visuals and bold storytelling choices, this origin story walks a fine line between innovation and tradition. A must-watch for fans of the Bene Gesserit and lovers of intricate sci-fi.
Dune: Prophecy is a television adaptation exploring the origins of the Bene Gesserit sisterhood, set 10,148 years before Paul Atreides. The pilot emphasizes worldbuilding and character-driven drama, notably following sisters Valya and Tula. While it may alienate action-seeking viewers, its complex narrative appeals to fans of Dune and philosophical sci-fi.
Based on Joseph Delaney's The Spook’s Apprentice, Seventh Son is the silver screen adaptation by Sergey Bodrov and it stars Julianne Moore, Ben Barnes, Olivia Williams, and Jeff Bridges. Premise: John Gregory, who is a seventh son of a seventh son and also the local spook, has protected his country from witches, boggarts, ghouls and all manner … Continue reading Seventh Son (Movie Review) | Great Potential but
Adapted from Before I Die by Jenny Downham and directed by Ol Parker (Indian Palace). The film stars Dakota Fanning, Jeremy Irvine, Kaya Scodelario, Olivia Williams and Paddy Considine. Premise: A girl dying of leukemia compiles a list of things she’d like to do before passing away. Topping the list is her desire to lose her virginity. … Continue reading Now is Good (Movie Review) | Artistic, tasteful, and honest
Seventh Son is about a young farmer named Thomas Ward. Thomas is the seventh son of a seventh son and as tradition dictates he will have to train to become a Spook (someone who protects the country from witches, ghouls, etc.). Most apprentice have failed to survive the training and the only question is will … Continue reading Seventh Son | Trailer
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