Teagan Angell, Fordham University

The speculation surrounding Olivia Wilde’s newest film involves stars like Harry Styles and Florence Pugh in a story where fact and fiction are less important than internet virality.

Kaitlyn Anderson, Cornell University

Denis Villeneuve’s 2021 film adaptation of the classic sci-fi novel was a huge hit. Amid discussion of the sequel, it’s the perfect time to ask what else is in store.

Kim Becker, Aquinas College

While science fiction stories are everywhere, the audience may miss the underlying themes in the midst of the exciting plot, but they are worth examining.

Myles Allan, University of New Haven

Movie theaters were hit especially hard during the pandemic, but they’re making a major comeback as restrictions continue to be lifted.

Xochitl Menjivar, San Francisco State University

The power of the film derives, in large part, from the careful use of scenery, costuming, sound and music.

Sonia Noorbakhsh, UC Berkeley

The popular science fiction novel is infamously complex, and you may understand Frank Herbert’s world better if you read the book first.

Ian Linn, Oberlin College

Frank Herbert’s seminal novel has influenced countless science fiction writers, even though it has remained a relatively niche series.

Beth Jordan, Aquinas College

After many failed film attempts and getting overshadowed by ‘Star Wars,’ Frank Herbert’s classic sci-fi novel is finally getting another opportunity to shine on the silver screen.

Gabriel Egbert, University of Louisville

After a string of disappointing film and television versions, can Denis Villeneuve finally do the novel justice?

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

We might be approaching a golden age of TV sci-fi and fantasy.