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In David Lynch's sci-fi film, based on the novel by Frank Herbert, Paul Atreides (Kyle MacLachlan) sets out to free the planet Arrakis and its inhabitants from the influence of the sinister Baron Vladimir Harkonnen (Kenneth McMillan) and the evil Padisha Emperor Shaddam IV (Jose Ferrer). The movie soundtrack features the work of Brian Eno and Toto.
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Dune (1984)
136 min
In the year 10,191, the most precious substance in the universe is the spice Melange. The spice extends life. The spice expands consciousness. The spice is vital to space travel. The spice exists on only one planet in the entire universe, the vast desert planet Arrakis, also known as Dune. Its native inhabitants, the Fremen, have long held a prophecy that a man would come, a messiah who would lead them to true freedom.