On the book, Florence Pugh's Dune 2 role is improving after 59 years
Florence Pugh's Princess Irulan in Dune: Part Two seems to improve on Frank Herbert's character 59 years later.
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Dune 2, Denis Villeneuve's sci-fi sequel to 2021's blockbuster, is one of 2024's most anticipated. Villeneuve's sequel will reunite Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya and introduce newcomers.
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Pugh's Dune 2 debut is thrilling for many reasons. Pugh is beloved for playing Marvel's Yelena Belova, Little Women's Amy March, and Midsommar's Dani.
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Pugh's Dune role will elevate her book, along with her best film performances. Good thing Dune 2's approach and Pugh's acting will distinguish Princess Irulan from Herbert.
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The 1965 novel Dune doesn't give Princess Irulan a personality or role, despite her conflicted nature and intriguing story. As royalty and Bene Gesserit, Princess Irulan's story should be captivating.
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Although her royal ties complicate her order involvement, they give her extraordinary abilities. Her conflicting interests make her great. Herbert's book hesitates. Princess Irulan is inactive but a possibility.
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Princess Irulan in previous Dune adaptations doesn't improve Herbert's work. The 1984 Dune character played by Virginia Madsen isn't much more developed or active.
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Dune's early 2000s miniseries portrays Princess Irulan better but gives her little to do. Pugh's Dune: Part Two acting can enhance her story and character.
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Dune 2 compensates for Herbert's Princess Irulan-less novel. Pugh appears to play a stronger role in Dune 2 trailers and promotional images than in the book.
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Villeneuve's adaptation might prioritize the princess given Pugh's stardom. The character appears to be in the action in early Dune 2 footage, which should lead to a larger role in the plot.
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