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David Lynch's Dune is the brilliant but fatally flawed would-be epic feature film version of Frank Herbert's novel of the same name, the bestselling science fiction novel ever written. It is a complex but too heavily simplified version of a far more elaborate book, a darkly Gothic far future space opera revolving around an imperial, dynastic power struggle on the desert planet of Arrakis. With what was in 1984 an enormous $40 million budget, Lynch retained a surprising amount of the industrial/Victorian feel of his previous features, Eraserhead (1976) and The Elephant Man (1980), and was able to bring to the screen some of the most imaginative and awe-inspiring production designs, costumes and action then seen. Indeed, as a spectacularly atmospheric vision of the future Dune has as much to recommend it as the far more celebrated Blade Runner (1982), with which it even shares the female romantic lead, Sean Young--here just one star in a superb cast. The problem, which an unauthorised extended TV version failed to fix, is that Lynch's original vision of Dune was massively cut for length, and as such the final third is so rapidly paced as to undermine the superb first two thirds. A director's cut is sorely needed, the cinema version playing like a butchered masterpiece. Also available is an entirely unconnected four-and-a-half-hour mini-series, Frank Herbert's Dune (2000), which is less visionary but more coherent.
On the DVD: The 2.35:1 image suffers from not being anamorphically enhanced. There are minor flecks of dirt and scratches, but generally the print used is in good condition although there is a considerable amount of grain in some scenes and the image could be more detailed. The packaging claims the sound is Dolby Digital 5.1, but it is actually three-channel sound (stereo plus centre speaker), with the main stereo feed being duplicated in the rear channels. A full 5.1 remastering would improve matters considerably. Special features consist of the original trailer and a pointless gallery of seven badly cropped stills. There is a very basic animated and scored menu using the portentous main theme music from the film. --Gary S Dalkin
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DUNE. DVD 9
A film by David Lynch.
Widescreen in Dolby 5.1 surround sound.
2.35:1, Region 2, Pal.
Age 15
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62 of 65 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
I have wanted to own this film on blu ray for a long time as I am a big fan, I own the special edition UK DVD, and I had read very good things about the US and French blu ray transfers. Unfortunately, this UK blu ray transfer, released at the same time as the David Lynch boxset, is absolutely awful. It is no exaggeration to say that this is the worst blu ray transfer I have ever seen and Universal should be ashamed of themselves for releasing it. I urge you not to waste your money on this version of Dune. You will be sorely disappointed!
Firstly, the picture is so dark that sometimes it is almost impossible to see what is going on, especially during the final night battles scenes. Secondly, the picture is blocky and pixelated throughout the entire film, but is especially bad during the desert scenes. The swirling sand becomes a mass of blocky colours. Even the DVD is far better quality than this horrendous rubbish. It is not my TV or blu ray player settings, as I have two players and two screens and I have tested them extensively alongside other films I own, such Alien and Aliens, which look absolutely fine.
I also got a replacement for the first disc I purchased, in case it was just a faulty disc. The second disc I received was exactly the same and I will be getting a refund before sending off for the US blu ray import. Steer well clear and, if you want the film, order any other version than this! How dare they dump this rubbish on the UK when other countries get perfectly good transfers! Shame on you, Universal!!!!
EDIT:
I received my US Dune blu ray and it is so much better than the UK blu ray. None of the problems described above.... Read more ›
Firstly, the picture is so dark that sometimes it is almost impossible to see what is going on, especially during the final night battles scenes. Secondly, the picture is blocky and pixelated throughout the entire film, but is especially bad during the desert scenes. The swirling sand becomes a mass of blocky colours. Even the DVD is far better quality than this horrendous rubbish. It is not my TV or blu ray player settings, as I have two players and two screens and I have tested them extensively alongside other films I own, such Alien and Aliens, which look absolutely fine.
I also got a replacement for the first disc I purchased, in case it was just a faulty disc. The second disc I received was exactly the same and I will be getting a refund before sending off for the US blu ray import. Steer well clear and, if you want the film, order any other version than this! How dare they dump this rubbish on the UK when other countries get perfectly good transfers! Shame on you, Universal!!!!
EDIT:
I received my US Dune blu ray and it is so much better than the UK blu ray. None of the problems described above.... Read more ›
27 of 28 people found the following review helpful
By Michael Long
Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
Dune is a fantastic scifi classic and I really enjoyed watching this disc. Picture quality is excellent considering the films age with some nice detail coming through.
Proper colour reproduction also means your seeing it as intended. I've read this german version has a different transfer to the american bluray, which has elements of print damage.
I didn't notice any print damage on this disc.
Sound wise you get an english 5.1 DTS-HD track (selected by default on my PS3) and english/german Dolby stereo tracks.
The DTS-HD track was good quality with everything coming through clearly.
The disc is Region B and goes straight into the film. There are no special features and it comes in a slim case which I wish all my blurays used.
Overall this a great way to experience Dune and is a good addition to your collection.
LONG LIVE THE FIGHTERS!!!
Proper colour reproduction also means your seeing it as intended. I've read this german version has a different transfer to the american bluray, which has elements of print damage.
I didn't notice any print damage on this disc.
Sound wise you get an english 5.1 DTS-HD track (selected by default on my PS3) and english/german Dolby stereo tracks.
The DTS-HD track was good quality with everything coming through clearly.
The disc is Region B and goes straight into the film. There are no special features and it comes in a slim case which I wish all my blurays used.
Overall this a great way to experience Dune and is a good addition to your collection.
LONG LIVE THE FIGHTERS!!!
72 of 77 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is the review I would have liked before buying this blu-ray title.
I don't understand why this title has only been published for the German market. Perhaps it has a stronger following over there. Anyway, although the packaging and disk art is in German, once the movie's playing, that's all irrelevant.
I took the risk in getting this German import because although the movie is deeply flawed it has qualities that I really appreciate. The soundtrack by Toto is stunning and Brian Eno's "Prophecy Theme" is haunting. The story is epic. As a kid I was a fan of the book series and was deeply disappointed when the movie came out and was universally slated by the critics.
However, it is also beautiful. The sets and costumes are sumptuous. It oozes atmosphere, like Brade Runner and Aliens. If you can filter out the flaws and focus on enjoying its qualities, it is moving and uplifting. I will add my plea to those of others: "David Lynch, please transcend the trauma of making this film and the confused reactions of the test screening audiences that caused the studio to force you to butcher the movie down to its theatrical release length, recognise that this is a cult film and delight your fans by publishing your original, full-length director's cut." Given that this isn't likely to happen, the next best thing is this German blu-ray package...
To my immense relief, the upgrade to blu-ray was worth it. High definition detail makes it a different experience, one that amplifies the DVD experience. The dire special effects and the grainy scenes are rendered even more painful by high definition. However, the richness of the sets, costumes and performances from the all-star cast are equally boasted to new heights.... Read more ›
I don't understand why this title has only been published for the German market. Perhaps it has a stronger following over there. Anyway, although the packaging and disk art is in German, once the movie's playing, that's all irrelevant.
I took the risk in getting this German import because although the movie is deeply flawed it has qualities that I really appreciate. The soundtrack by Toto is stunning and Brian Eno's "Prophecy Theme" is haunting. The story is epic. As a kid I was a fan of the book series and was deeply disappointed when the movie came out and was universally slated by the critics.
However, it is also beautiful. The sets and costumes are sumptuous. It oozes atmosphere, like Brade Runner and Aliens. If you can filter out the flaws and focus on enjoying its qualities, it is moving and uplifting. I will add my plea to those of others: "David Lynch, please transcend the trauma of making this film and the confused reactions of the test screening audiences that caused the studio to force you to butcher the movie down to its theatrical release length, recognise that this is a cult film and delight your fans by publishing your original, full-length director's cut." Given that this isn't likely to happen, the next best thing is this German blu-ray package...
To my immense relief, the upgrade to blu-ray was worth it. High definition detail makes it a different experience, one that amplifies the DVD experience. The dire special effects and the grainy scenes are rendered even more painful by high definition. However, the richness of the sets, costumes and performances from the all-star cast are equally boasted to new heights.... Read more ›
17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
Rather difficult to rate something before it's been released, but it looks like this will be an update of the blu-ray release of some years ago, but with a few extras.
Note that the amazon review has NOTHING to do with this upcoming release, which is the Lynch version. There is no mechanism to challenge these mistakes. Already tried the customer service which addresses anything but the point you try to make.
Note that the amazon review has NOTHING to do with this upcoming release, which is the Lynch version. There is no mechanism to challenge these mistakes. Already tried the customer service which addresses anything but the point you try to make.
72 of 80 people found the following review helpful
By J. Hayes
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Beware of Jacques review above.
It is totally misleading as to the product you will receive. He discusses an ultimate 3 disc edition and gives the impression that this is what you will receive. This is not the case at all as it is a single disc edition, without even a title screen!
You will see it available from sellers in Australia and the far east and when I received my copy it was unbranded and I had some question it was even legitimate.
If you are a massive Dune fan and would sacrifice anything to see the "missing" footage (like me) then its worth buying. Otherwise I would recommend the 2 disc re-mastered special edition of the original film available from Amazon directly.
As far as Jacques' review, while he obviously likes the sound of his own "voice" it has little relevance to this product.
Just to clarify this is a cheaply produced extended version based on the original US TV version. It is NOT the restored extended cut by the director that everyone is waiting for. This version is sadly not (yet) in existence.
It is totally misleading as to the product you will receive. He discusses an ultimate 3 disc edition and gives the impression that this is what you will receive. This is not the case at all as it is a single disc edition, without even a title screen!
You will see it available from sellers in Australia and the far east and when I received my copy it was unbranded and I had some question it was even legitimate.
If you are a massive Dune fan and would sacrifice anything to see the "missing" footage (like me) then its worth buying. Otherwise I would recommend the 2 disc re-mastered special edition of the original film available from Amazon directly.
As far as Jacques' review, while he obviously likes the sound of his own "voice" it has little relevance to this product.
Just to clarify this is a cheaply produced extended version based on the original US TV version. It is NOT the restored extended cut by the director that everyone is waiting for. This version is sadly not (yet) in existence.
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Dune [Blu-ray] [1984] Review
Another classic film gets a Blu-Ray release.
If you've not seen it before and you like Sci-fi, buy it, if you're upgrading from VHS/DVD, buy it.
If you've not seen it before and you like Sci-fi, buy it, if you're upgrading from VHS/DVD, buy it.
Published 18 hours ago by SteveyBoy
4.0 out of 5 stars
David Lynch with a big budget
This is one of those Marmite films that you either love or hate. I think it stayed quite true to the spirit of the book, which may have put off the casual viewer. Read more
Published 6 days ago by R Kupisz
4.0 out of 5 stars
love it
Classic sci-fi epic movie has not aged at all. David lynch is a movie making master. Most see movie. Great bluray
Published 10 days ago by antony horner
5.0 out of 5 stars
"He who controls the Spice...controls the Universe!"
Unique, Interesting, Stunning and sometimes grotesque! Thats Dune!
I have always been fond of this film so i might be a little biased. Read more
I have always been fond of this film so i might be a little biased. Read more
Published 15 days ago by Ben Soden
2.0 out of 5 stars
Dune
I am an avid fan of Dune but to be honest forgot how bad the acting was in this film. Only buy this if your a fan
Published 29 days ago by Mr G Greensmith
5.0 out of 5 stars
Cult classic
I have read quite a few Dune books so this film was a must to see. I think the film flows well which makes it enjoyable to watch.
Published 1 month ago by robert gregson
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good
Despite some of the reviews here I think I van scotch some of the supposed problems with this disc. I got mine from amazon.de as the seller.
Good picture quality. Read more
Good picture quality. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Herts Review
5.0 out of 5 stars
Blu ray
Good , can't give a review for something that everyone knows about, already have it as DVD, better inblu ray
Published 1 month ago by FrankC
1.0 out of 5 stars
warning
this dvd does not play on a uk dvd player as it is the wrong region and posting it back is a rip off
Published 1 month ago by Nippon tuck
2.0 out of 5 stars
Oh dear, I loved the game but forgot how dreadful this film was
Played the board game Dune in the eighties based on the book which I loved but I am sorry to say this film is pretty dreadful.
Published 1 month ago by S. Barnes
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