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Dune:The Prophecy tells the story of the Argonne sisters, Valya and Tula, who embark on a prophetic journey against the backdrop of political intrigue and power struggles that follow the Butlerian Jihad. Throughout their journey, they face numerous challenges and upheavals. Their destinies and choices not only affect each other, but also shape the future of human society, laying the foundation for the Bene Gesserit Sisterhood.
In watching the first episode, I was quite pleased with how the show retained many elements from the Dune movie, staying true to the original, such as the iconic"slow shields"that only stop fast attacks, the descriptions of Arrakis, and the noble attire of the aristocracy. Moreover, the families that appear in the series are the same familiar names from the movie:Harkonnen, Corrino, Atreides, and Stark. The first episode opens with the princess preparing to marry into other noble families, and the story revolves around family-centered power struggles. This immediately gives off a Game of Thrones vibe—it's truly Dune meets Game of Thrones in space.
Overall, the first episode is packed with information. It not only explains the origins and rise of the Sisterhood but also reveals the simmering tensions among the various factions and the key character relationships. The episode quickly dives into the political maneuvering, without any unnecessary filler. The pace is brisk, and by the end of the episode, three key characters meet their end—one, a Sister in the Bene Gesserit, forced to commit suicide under Valya's mind control;the princess's 9-year-old husband, who dies from being burned alive;and the royal Truthsayer, who serves the emperor. The episode's fast pace is undeniable.
The first episode, in general, gives the impression of a science fiction court drama, wrapped in a sci-fi shell. The sets, costume design, and overall production quality are top-notch and rival the Dune movies. HBO never fails to deliver with big investments and grand productions. The first episode leaves us with a cliffhanger(I suspect Desmond Hart is behind it), which has left me excited for what comes next.
Undoubtedly, this series is a visual feast:from the stark, geometric library of the Bene Gesserit, to the metallic, cold-lit power center of Salusa Secundus, to the imposing, orderly environment of the city of Walach IX.Every scene feels like a carefully crafted work of art. These settings are not just the background for the story—they are like characters in themselves, silently narrating the history, culture, and power dynamics of the Dune universe. The costume design is also very deliberate;the Bene Gesserit's veils become a crucial element in visual storytelling. The layers and folds of the veils symbolize both the concealment and revelation of power, while also hinting at the Sisterhood's complex inner world and secret missions.As for the special effects,while there are no iconic giant sand worm scenes like in the movies, the portrayal of thinking machines and the remnants of the Jihad technology are seamlessly integrated. They don’t feel out of place and successfully immerse the audience into the high-tech, mysterious universe of Dune.
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