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

5) Thufir Hawat’s Subplot

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In the novel, Thufir Hawat survives the Harkonnen attack but is captured and forced into their service, adding layers of intrigue as he secretly works against the Baron. Villeneuve removes this subplot entirely, sidelining a key character who embodies loyalty and cunning. By cutting this storyline, the film simplifies the political chess game between the Harkonnens and Atreides but loses a significant thread that emphasizes the cost of betrayal and survival. This omission makes the story more direct but also less intricate compared to the book.

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