It has been confirmed by Legendary Entertainment, the creators of ‘Dune‘ starring Timothee Chalamet and Zendaya, that Part 2 will be filmed in Abu Dhabi this year.
The original film was a huge success in theaters and the sequel is highly anticipated by audiences grafting for what to expect next.
Depending on how this sequel is received by audiences as the movie is based of of Frank Herbert’s best selling novel, has the ability to become a well regarded and critically acclaimed franchise.
The action-filled sequel will be taking place in Liwa Desert with new cast additions including “Elvis” star Austin Butler, Christopher Walken and Florence Pugh.
Abu Dhabi is Ready for Dune
“Dune has again provided us with an exciting opportunity to associate the emirate with another global movie franchise which will allow us to entice enthusiastic fans and audience members to visit the landscapes which they have seen on screen”
“In Abu Dhabi, we are fortunate to offer incredible architecture, landscapes and a unique culture that brings magic to the big screen. We hope that audiences around the world will get the chance to discover a whole new world in the Liwa desert,” chairman of the Department of Culture and Tourism in Abu Dhabi
“We look forward to returning to the majestic sands of Abu Dhabi and bringing Arrakis to life for ‘Dune: Part Two.”
Director, Denis Villeneuve