The way how this movie displays scale is next-level. When it shows something big, there is always something else in the shot whose size we already know (people, ...), or whose size has been established previously against something else. Like the progression from people -> Atreides frigate -> Spacing Guild Heighliner, showing how mind-bogglingly enormous those last things are.

This is absolutely the pivotal moment in the first film. Paul's exposure to spice, Leto's effort to rescue his people at the expense of the spice thereby earning the respect of Kines, first glimpse of Shai-Hulud...

I remember reading this part in the book and immediately thinking how great of a movie scene it could be.

As a fan of Homeworld, I simply must appreciate the vehicle design in this movie :)

This scene was definitely one that stuck with me. The pacing was terrifying, but I hadn't really realized how many other things were at work here.

Dennis is just one of the most talented directors of our time. Maybea he‘s the most talented. Going to be a new Kubrick, Coppola, Leone, Scorcee, Scott… you name‘em!

nice vid bro :) I thought your points were really good, thanks for sharing :)

the end credits

Very good breakdown and it bodes well with what Vileneuve himself says about his work: telling a one thousand word story in a 10 seconds shot. Sorry, but have to say this: you look like the lovechild of John Travolta and Chris Pine 😂