Denis Villeneuve

As Denis Villeneuve gears up for 'Dune: Messiah', Robert Pattinson is reportedly in early talks to join the star-studded cast. The sequel, set 12 years after 'Dune: Part Two', will see Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya return. With production slated for summer, anticipation builds as familiar faces reunite and the franchise’s momentum continues after its global box office triumph.

Jason Momoa confirms his return in Dune: Messiah despite his character Duncan Idaho's death. Duncan's revival as a clone follows the books' plotlines, offering fans an exciting twist. Denis Villeneuve is writing the script focusing on Paul's looming war. The film, featuring Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya, releases on December 18, 2026.

Namit Malhotra's DNEG visual effects company won its eighth Oscar for 'Dune: Part Two' at the 97th Academy Awards. The team was recognized for their outstanding work on complex visual effects, including sand simulations and creature animations. Malhotra emphasized the collaboration with director Denis Villeneuve and thanked the dedicated artists and technicians involved in the project.

Bong Joon Ho's sci-fi film 'Mickey 17' led the North American box office with $19.1 million in its debut weekend, surpassing 'Captain America: Brave New World.' Despite positive reviews and a star-studded cast, the film’s profitability remains uncertain due to its $118 million production cost. Globally, 'Mickey 17' has earned $53.3 million.

Dave Bautista, who transitioned from wrestling to acting, starred in Dune: Part 2 which won 2 Oscars for Best Visual Effects and Best Sound at the 97th Academy Awards. Despite his notable role in the film, Bautista's character will not return for Dune: Part 3. He is eagerly eyeing a role in Netflix's Gears of War adaptation.

Hollywood's 97th Academy Awards saw Anora winning five Oscars including Best Picture, with Mikey Madison taking Best Actress for her role. Sean Baker secured Best Director and Best Original Screenplay. Adrien Brody won his second Best Actor Oscar for The Brutalist, while Kieran Culkin and Paul Tazewell made history in supporting roles and costume design respectively.

Denis Villeneuve aims to finish shooting the third Dune film this summer. The movie, based on Frank Herbert's Dune Messiah, completes Paul Atreides' saga. Villeneuve, satisfied with Part Two, looks forward to this final installment. Timothee Chalamet, Zendaya, and other cast members will reprise their roles. Part Two grossed over $700 million globally.

Canadian filmmaker Denis Villeneuve will be honored with a career retrospective at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF). All 11 of Villeneuve's films will be screened at the SBIFF Riviera Theatre from October 18 to October 24, with Villeneuve attending a Q&A on October 20. Known for films like Incendies, Arrival, and Dune, Villeneuve has been a major force in cinema. SBIFF executive director Roger Durling praised his work as "visceral spectacles" and expressed excitement about showcasing Villeneuve's films at their state-of-the-art venue.

After the success of 'Dune', director Denis Villeneuve is all set to helm an adaption of another sci-fi novel titled 'Rendezvous With Rama' by author Arthur C. Clarke.

It has been announced that filmmaker Denis Villeneuve's 'Dune: Part Two' has started filming. Based on author Frank Herbert's seminal 1965 novel, the film is a sequel to 'Dune: Part One', which was released in October 2021 to universal praise.

Director Denis Villeneuve is in negotiations to helm a film based on the life of Egyptian queen, Cleopatra.

Despite the anticipation for 'Dune 2', Zendaya adds to the excitement around the third film 'Dune Messiah'. She wants to join the project and trusts Denis Villeneuve to make it great. 'Dune: Part Two' is set to release on March 1.

While fans speculate about Nelson's potential portrayal of Count Hasimir Fenring, a character of significant importance in the Dune franchise, Villeneuve remains focused on his vision for the series. Despite the absence of certain characters, such as Stephen McKinley Henderson's Thufir Hawat, Villeneuve remains committed to his adaptation of Frank Herbert's novel.

Mayor of Juarez, Mexico has called for a boycott of the Emily Blunt-starrer "Sicario", centred on the US fight against drug cartels in Mexico.

Actress Emily Blunt is not returning for 'Sicario' sequel titled 'Soldado.' The 33-year-old actress played FBI agent Kate Macer in the original film.

Denis Villeneuve's next directorial venture, 'Dune', has officially got a release date.

Denis Villeneuve's much-anticipated feature film 'Dune' will have its world premiere at the 2021 Venice Film Festival.

Namit Malhotra has a lot to celebrate after Denis Villeneuve's 'Dune', picked up the Oscar for Best Visual Effects at the 94th Academy Awards held today at the Dolby Theatre, Los Angeles.

Denis Villeneuve, fresh off the success of 'Dune: Part Two', is reportedly in discussions to helm an adaptation of Annie Jacobsen's nonfiction book 'Nuclear War: A Scenario'. Legendary Entertainment, the production company behind 'Dune: Part Two', is eyeing a collaboration with Villeneuve for this project, along with a potential third installment in the 'Dune' franchise. Villeneuve's producing partner Tanya Lapointe is also expected to be involved. Jacobsen's book, released in March, delves into the hypothetical scenario of a nuclear war, drawing insights from interviews with military and civilian experts. Meanwhile, 'Dune: Part Two' continues its box office dominance, becoming the highest-grossing film of 2024 thus far. Starring Timothee Chalamet and Zendaya, the sequel builds on the success of Villeneuve's first 'Dune' film released in 2021. Jacobsen, known for her acclaimed works like 'Area 51' and 'Operation Paperclip', brings her expertise to the project, having previously contributed to television productions like 'Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan'.

Professional wrestler turned actor Dave Bautista is relieved that he would be exiting the Marvel Cinematic Universe following 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3', which marks his final performance as Drax the Destroyer, a role that has spanned nearly 10 years.