Deep Dive: Jodorowsky's Dune (2013)
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Jodorowsky's Dune is a documentary that covers Alejandro Jodorowsky's attempt to adapt Frank Herbert's novel Dune in the 1970s. The film details the ambitious plans Jodorowsky had for the project, including a budget of $15 million and a cast that featured notable names like Salvador Dalí, Orson Welles, and Mick Jagger. It also shows the extensive pre-production work, including a storyboard with 3,000 drawings created by artist Jean 'Moebius' Giraud.
The documentary discusses the challenges Jodorowsky faced, such as the financial difficulties that ultimately led to the project's cancellation. Despite spending $2 million on pre-production, the film could not secure the remaining funds needed. The film rights eventually lapsed and were sold to Dino De Laurentiis, who produced a different adaptation of Dune in 1984. The documentary serves as both a tribute to Jodorowsky's vision and a reflection on what could have been.
Why Watch
- •See Jodorowsky's ambitious vision for Dune
- •Meet the iconic cast, including Dalí and Welles
- •Find out why the film never got made
Did You Know
•In 1971, Apjac International optioned the film rights to Dune.
•Salvador Dalí wanted $100,000 per hour to act in the film.
•Jodorowsky's script would have resulted in a 14-hour film.
•Only 20 copies of the large film-book were produced, with few remaining.
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Cult film enthusiastsScience fiction fansFilm production history