7 Great Films of Dune's Director Denis Villeneuve

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Incendies (2010)

This French-language film follows twins who journey to the Middle East to unravel their mother's mysterious past. It received widespread critical acclaim, earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Foreign Language Film.

Prisoners (2013)

Starring Hugh Jackman and Jake Gyllenhaal, "Prisoners" is a gripping thriller about a father's desperate search for his missing daughter and the moral dilemmas that arise during the investigation.

Enemy (2013)

This psychological thriller stars Jake Gyllenhaal as a man who discovers his doppelgänger and becomes increasingly obsessed with unraveling the mystery of their connection. The film is known for its eerie atmosphere and ambiguous narrative.

Sicario (2015)

Sicario follows an idealistic FBI agent enlisted by a government task force to aid in the escalating war against drugs at the border area between the U.S. and Mexico. The film is praised for its intense action sequences and moral ambiguity.

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Arrival (2016)

This science fiction drama stars Amy Adams as a linguist tasked with communicating with extraterrestrial visitors who have arrived on Earth. "Arrival" received critical acclaim for its thought-provoking story, direction, and Amy Adams' performance.

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Blade Runner 2049 (2017)

A sequel to Ridley Scott's classic "Blade Runner," this sci-fi film stars Ryan Gosling as a replicant blade runner who uncovers a long-buried secret that could plunge society into chaos. The film received widespread acclaim for its visuals, storytelling, and performances.

Dune (2021)

Denis Villeneuve's adaptation of Frank Herbert's science fiction novel "Dune" follows the journey of Paul Atreides (played by Timothée Chalamet) as he navigates political intrigue and battles for control of the desert planet Arrakis.

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