Alejandro Jodorowsky’s attempt to adapt Frank Herbert’s seminal science fiction novel “Dune” into a film is a fascinating tale of ambition, creativity, and ultimately, disappointment. In the mid-1970s, Jodorowsky, known for his avant-garde films such as “El Topo” and “The Holy Mountain,” embarked on what was to be his most ambitious project yet1. His vision for “Dune” was nothing short of revolutionary, aiming to create a cinematic experience that would give the audience the feeling of an LSD trip.
Jodorowsky assembled a team of extraordinary talent, including French artist Jean “Moebius” Giraud for storyboards, Swiss artist H.R. Giger for set and character design, and British artist Chris Foss for spaceships and buildings. For the score, he approached progressive rock bands like Pink Floyd and Magma. The cast was to be equally stellar, with names like Salvador Dalí, Orson Welles, and Mick Jagger in discussion for roles.
However, Jodorowsky’s adaptation was not to be. Despite his passion and the assembling of a “spiritual warriors” crew, the project faced insurmountable obstacles. The script was massive, promising a 14-hour epic, and the pre-production costs were skyrocketing. Ultimately, the film was never made due to financial challenges and the reluctance of studios to back such an unconventional project.
00:00 Introduction
01:16 Passion Project
03:05 Jodorowsky’s films
05:52 Adapting Dune
09:55 Unique approach to filmmaking
13:37 Amazing luck
15:18 Insane casting
25:07 Special effects
30:42 Final thoughts
========================================================================
Relatedsearch:
jodorowskys dune,alejandro jodorowsky,david lynch,frank herbert,denis villeneuve,science fiction,alejandro jodorowsky (author),jodorowskys dune trailer,dune 2,jodorowskys dune yms,cult filmmaker,jodorowskys dune a documentary about the greatest sci-fi movie never made,alejandro jodorowsky dune,jodorowskys dune art,alejandro jodorowsky dune documentary,david lynch dune,david lynch interview,david lynch transcendental meditation,frank herbert dune interview
========================================================================
#cinema #dune #dunemovie #dune2 #scifimovies #scififilms #scifi
thefilmymcfilmfilmshow@gmail.com
[ad_2]
source
-
-
-
-
