>As David Itzkoff noted in 2006, what’s curious about “Dune” ’s stature is that it has not penetrated popular culture in the way that “The Lord of the Rings” and “Star Wars” have. There are no “Dune” conventions. Catchphrases from the book have not entered the language.
The movie next year oughta do it, if the star-studded cast and acclaimed director are any indication.
The movie next year oughta do it, if the star-studded cast and acclaimed director are any indication.