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It’s something that Villeneuve didn’t expect at all, being blown away by the response.

He replied: “It’s a comparison that I would have never dared to do myself.

Timothee Chalamet as Paul in Dune: Part Two

I think it’s a beautiful compliment because Empire Strikes Back is by far my favourite Star Wars movie.

So, its like, coming from Chris [Nolan], an incredible compliment.”

Dune: Part Two releases in theaters worldwide on March 1.

Timothée Chalamet as Paul Atreides in one of the best sci-fi movies of all time, Dune Part 2.

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