Denis Villeneuve is one of the most respected and talented filmmakers ever. Though he has been getting much attention for Dune: Part Two, he has been responsible for some critically acclaimed projects. Through films like Blade Runner 2049, Prisoners, Sicario, and Arrival, he has established himself as a mastermind when it comes to cinema.
Considering his success, it is no surprise that other esteemed people would speak highly of him. Recently, Hideo Kojima was very vocal about his opinions on Villeneuve’s most recent project, Dune: Part Two, and he seems to have nothing but positive things to say.
Hideo Kojima Talks About Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Two
Hideo Kojima is one of the most respected people in the video gaming world, being an incredibly talented video game designer, specifically in the action and stealth genres. Recently, he took to his X account to talk about his opinions on Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Two.
He started by saying that he had been considering following the wave of people who are shifting from going to theaters and simply watching movies from the comfort of their homes. However, this Timothee Chalamet film changed his mind.
“Even as a movie buff, I was beginning to think it was time for me to start watching movies on my smartphone or tablet. However, when I watched “Dune: Part 2”, my rigid ways of thinking crumbled like sand! It meticulously depicts the non-existent world of Arrakis, bringing it to life with unprecedented detail and realism.”
His entire belief system about movies and cinema as a whole crumbled when he laid eyes on the masterpiece that the filmmaker created. Kojima did not believe a film as fictitious as this, with a world so different than ours, could have such a big impact on him.
Hideo Kojima Thinks Dune: Part Two To Be The Saviour Of Cinema
Hideo Kojima found Denis Villeneuve’s ability to balance complex emotional themes with breathtakingly beautiful aesthetics to be extremely impressive. He added that Dune: Part Two perfectly encapsulates what cinema is supposed to be.
Thinking it to be essential for the survival of a civilization, Kojima mentioned that the film provides everything one could ever need from movies as a whole.
“While portraying revolution and love, fear and awe on the same axis, it magnificently captivates destruction and aestheticism in beautiful layers. This fim shouts, “This is cinema!” and provides the “spice” that we need to live. This masterpiece of Denis will likely become a “resistance” that will significantly delay the spread of subscription services.“
Lisan al Gaib is a very important figure in Dune’s mythology, being a sort of prophet or messiah. He also put Villeneuve on a similar stature. He believes that the filmmaker could stand on the frontlines of Hollywood’s growing battle with streaming services, which many think are killing the art of films. It is safe to say that the Timothee Chalamet film has become one of the most praised films in recent times.
