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

20) Political Complexity

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Herbert’s universe is deeply intricate, with factions like the Spacing Guild, the Landsraad, and the Bene Gesserit shaping the story’s political landscape. Villeneuve streamlines these elements, focusing primarily on the conflict between House Atreides and House Harkonnen. This decision makes the narrative easier to follow for general audiences but reduces the richness of the galactic power struggles. By sidelining the Spacing Guild’s influence and the intricate alliances of the Landsraad, the films shift the story away from its broader political scope, focusing instead on personal and familial conflicts.

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