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

15) Liet-Kynes

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In the book, Liet-Kynes is a male Imperial ecologist who secretly aligns with the Fremen cause. Villeneuve reimagines the character as a woman, played by Sharon Duncan-Brewster, which doesn’t alter the narrative but offers a fresh perspective. Her death, involving a sandworm devouring her and her enemies, is far more dramatic than her quiet demise in the book. This change amplifies the cinematic tension but removes the contemplative nature of Kynes’ final moments, where he reflects on his life’s work and beliefs. The alteration shifts focus from introspection to spectacle.

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