Sci-fi epic ‘Dune 2’ a spectacular box office hit in North America
ABIGAIL BARRETT / Our Today
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Critics and moviegoers continue to rave about the science-fiction epic, ‘Dune: Part II‘, as the film cements itself as a certified box office hit
‘Dune 2‘ has so far grossed $235.2 million in the United States and Canada, and $342.2 million in other territories, for a whopping worldwide total of $577.4 million, as of Wednesday (March 27).
According to Box Office Mojo, Dune is proving to be a good return on investment as the film cost US$190 million to make.
Director Denis Villeneuve masterfully expands upon the complexities of Frank Herbert’s universe, delving deeper into the intricate political intrigue, bewildering characters, and breathtaking landscapes introduced in the first instalment.
The movie not only lives up to the grandiose expectations set by its predecessor ‘Dune‘, but exceeds them in every aspect. Sci-fi lovers were not disappointed, not even by Villeneuve’s tendency to step away from Herbert’s text to amplify the story where needed.
It is a triumph of cinematic storytelling, a visually stunning and emotionally resonant journey that will leave audiences eagerly anticipating the next instalment. For fans of sci-fi and epic storytelling, this film is an absolute must-see.
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