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Dune was ahead of its time

Dune was ahead of its time

How movie-making tech caught up to the epic story of Dune.

Recode Daily

October 22, 202113m 51s

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Show Notes

The latest and long-awaited adaptation of Frank Herbert’s novel Dune is in theaters and it's epic in every sense. Vox’s film critic Alissa Wilkinson takes us back to previous takes on the tale and where they fell short. And Gizmodo’s Geo Dvorsky (@Dvorsky) explains why Dune's message feels especially relevant in 2021.

This episode was made by: 

  • Host: Adam Clark Estes (@adamclarkestes)
  • Producer: Alan Rodriguez Espinoza (@ardzes)
  • Engineer: Melissa Pons, Hemlock Creek Productions


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