20 key differences between Denis Villeneuve's Dune Universe and Frank Herbert's novels 

11) Princess Irulan’s Epigraphs

Trending

In the book, Princess Irulan’s epigraphs frame each chapter, offering insight into future events and the historical context of Paul’s rise. These excerpts are completely excluded from Part One and minimized in Part Two. By omitting them, the films lose a critical narrative device that adds depth and foreshadows the moral consequences of Paul’s journey. Irulan’s limited role also diminishes her significance as both a historian and a political pawn, reducing her to a secondary character and weakening the connection between Paul’s ambitions and the broader galactic context.

×

Was this article helpful?

Thank You for feedback