Denis Villeneuve is one of my favorite directors. He seems able to capture the humanity and human experience even in his most outlandish and dark films.And when it comes to his work on Dune, he never lets the pure spectacle overtake the heart at its center.Even when there's a massive battle. In his latest analysis, Alex from Savage Books breaks down why the final battle of Dune: Part Two is nearly flawless and what novelists and screenwriters can learn from it.Let's dive in.Writing That Final Battle In Dune, we have a series that's basically about the indigenous people uniting with some benevolent tribes in order to protect their planet from evil invaders. At the end of the second part, all these forces come together to fight to the death and to try to end their tyranny. So what are some lessons writers can take away from how that movie handled this epic fight? Well, a final battle's impact is defined by what happens before the first blow is struck. Dune 2 doesn't rush into the fray; it lets the audience "stew" in anticipation.When it comes to your own script: Establish Perception: Don't just tell the reader how to feel; show it through imagery and symbolism.Divine Fanaticism: The film uses the "Quiet Before the Storm" to reinforce the theme of religious indoctrination. Paul is silhouetted and elevated, less a man and more an icon. That inspires his forces. Writer's Tip: Use specific language to mirror your theme. If your theme is "religious...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Friday, 23 January