Despite arriving a year later Dune: part twofresh HBO TV adaptation Dune: Prophecy is actually a prequel that takes place almost 10,000 years before the events of the last films. That’s not to say that Denis Villeneuve’s dynamic take on Frank Herbert’s novel isn’t a helpful context for what’s going on in Prophecythough. In fact, a working knowledge of the history referenced in the films provides a decent foundation for understanding the characters, motivations, and plot mechanics of the film. Game of ThronesPrequel style.
Dune: Prophecy focuses on a religious order in Herbert’s universe called the Bene Gesserit. The Order of the Order, a group of women with mystical powers, attempt to manipulate political events from behind the scenes, to the point of Villeneuve’s adaptation. Their plans develop over several eras and revolve around eugenics. The whole thing not only offers an compelling path for exploration Dune universe in deeper detail, but it’s also fertile ground for political intrigue, Machiavellian maneuvering, and heady sci-fi concepts that are fun to see on screen. Here’s a quick guide to what you need to know to catch up.
