Frank Herbert

The Islamic Blueprint of Dune

Hamad Naroze, Hunter College

How Frank Herbert and his iconic sci-fi “Dune” were influenced by Islam and the cultures of the Middle East.…

April 9, 2024

Illustration of the scenery from the movie Dune

‘Dune’ Is a Visual and Auditory Masterpiece

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.…

November 10, 2021

In an article about Dune, a desert landscape with the sun in the sky

Why You Should Read ‘Dune’ Before Watching the Movie

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.…

October 21, 2021

The Continuing Legacy and Enduring Nature of ‘Dune’

Ian Linn, Oberlin College

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

August 27, 2021

2021 Will Find ‘Dune’ Getting Another Chance at Cinematic Recognition

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.…

March 7, 2021

Everything You Need to Know About the Upcoming ‘Dune’ Adaptation

Gabriel Egbert, University of Louisville

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

November 20, 2019

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