Dune: 40th Anniversary of Japanese Release - 4K UHD Special Edition [Blu-ray]

Synopsis

"King of Cults" and "Creator" David Lynch: A Legendary Masterpiece In Memory of Director David Lynch! Lynch's version of "Dune," directed by the "King of Cults," is finally available on UHD BD in a long-awaited 4K remaster!

David Lynch, a genius director who left his mark on film history, passed away in January 2025 despite his overwhelming talent as the "King of Cults." This masterpiece is a cinematic adaptation of Frank Herbert's epic science fiction novel, previously considered impossible to film, using Lynch's unique visual aesthetics. While it underperformed both commercially and critically upon its release, and there are anecdotes suggesting it was a disappointing work for Lynch, it has long been revered as a cult film among movie fans. The terrifying design of the sand worms, the hideous appearances of the characters, and the unknown, creature-like characters... This film is a quintessential example of David Lynch's world at its peak, and Lynch's meticulous attention to detail creates a unique and unforgettable visual experience!

★A legendary masterpiece packed with Lynch's world is now available in a 4K remastered UHD edition with exclusive bonus features, available only in Japan!

Dune (1984) tackled the seemingly impossible task of adapting Frank Herbert's epic science fiction novel into a film. Dino De Laurentiis, the renowned producer behind films like King Kong (1976), selected David Lynch, the talented director who had achieved success with Elephant Man (1980), for the project. A massive budget was invested. 40 years after its Japanese release—while the "remake trilogy" directed by Denis Villeneuve and starring Timothée Chalamet is gaining attention, it's revived in a 4K remastered UHD edition with luxurious bonus features!

★A star-studded cast and crew!

This film, the movie debut of Kyle MacLachlan, who would later become an icon of Lynch's works such as "Twin Peaks" (1990), also features Sting and music by Brian Eno and Toto.

★A film that has long been revered as a cult movie among film fans!

The Lynchian touch is captivating in every detail, from the sandworms and the eerie creature designs by Carlo Rambaldi (of "Alien" (1979) and "E.T." (1982)) to the hideous appearances of characters like Baron Harkonnen.

●Story In the year 10191 AD, the universe was under the rule of Emperor Shadham IV. The planet Arrakis was the only planet where the immortality drug Melange was produced, and the Emperor was plotting to control it. Sensing this, a Space Guild navigator visits the Emperor to question him. The Emperor resented Duke Leto Atreides, who had developed the "Modules," weapons that amplified voices to destroy matter. He initially granted Leto Arrakis, intending to use Baron Harkonnen, an enemy of the Duke, to bring about his downfall. However, the Navigator believed the Duke's son, Paul Atreides, was the real threat and ordered his assassination. Upon arriving on Arrakis, the ducal family was attacked by an army arranged by Baron Harkonnen, forcing Paul and his mother, Jessica, to flee into the desert. They joined a group of the Arrakis natives, the Fremen, and, by providing them with the Modules, organized a large army. Paul controlled giant sandworms, systematically destroying Baron Harkonnen's forces. Eventually, after drinking the Fremen's "Water of Life," Paul became a superhuman and challenged the Emperor to a final battle.

●Cast Kyle MacLachlan Jürgen Prochnow Francesca Annis Max von Sydow Sean Young Patrick Stewart Sting José Ferrer

●Staff Director/Screenplay: David Lynch Original Story: Frank Herbert Producer: Raffaella De Laurentiis Executive Producer: Dino De Laurentiis Cinematography: Freddie Francis Editing: Antony Gibbs Music: Brian Eno, TOTO

●Specifications ・Three-sided slipcase box that can store the UHD case ・《First production run only》 Deluxe box included that can accommodate the previously released Blu-ray product (*) *Blu-ray product "Dune: 30th Anniversary of Japanese Release Special Edition Blu-ray Box" (Product Number: HPXR-10, Release Date: 2015/8/4)

●Included Bonus Booklet (16 color pages)

●Video Extras Disc 1 (4K) UHD) - Original theatrical trailer compilation - TV spot collection Disc 2 (Blu-ray) Approx. 264 minutes ★First time included in Japan (First appearance: Overseas UHD version) ☆First time included in Japan (First appearance: Overseas DVD version) 1) ★"The Sleeper Must Awaken" (Making-of documentary) (Approx. 82 minutes) 2) ★"Beyond Imagination" (On Merchandising) (Approx. 23 minutes) 3) ★"Prophecy "Fulfilled" (A Prophecy Fulfilled – Interview with Toto & Film Music Critic Tim Graving) (approx. 25 minutes) 4) ★ Interview with Giannetto De Rossi (Special Effects Makeup Artist) (approx. 17 minutes) 5) ★ Interview with Golda Offenheim (Art Coordinator) (approx. 16 minutes) 6) ★ Interview with Paul Smith (Actor) (approx. 9 minutes) 7) ★ Interview with Christopher Tucker (Special Effects Makeup Artist) (approx. 3 minutes) 8) ☆ "Impressions of Dune" (What I Take from Dune – Making-of Documentary) (approx. 39 minutes) 9) ☆ "Designing Dune" (Designing Dune – The Work of Art Director Anthony Masters) (approx. 9 minutes) 10) ☆ "Dune FX" (About the Special Effects of Dune) (approx. 6 minutes) 11) ☆ "Dune Models & Miniatures (About the miniature models of Dune) (approx. 7 minutes) 12) ☆Dune Costumes (About the costume designs of Dune) (approx. 5 minutes) 13) ☆11 Deleted Scenes (11 deleted scenes - commentary by Raffaella De Laurentiis) (approx. 17 minutes) 14) ☆Destination Dune (Where Dune is headed - 1983 special feature) (approx. 6 minutes) *Product specifications may change.

©1984 DINO DE LAURENTIIS CORPORATION. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Synopsis (from the Oricon database):

In the year 10191 AD, the universe was under the rule of Emperor Shadham IV. The planet Arrakis was the only planet where the elixir of immortality was produced, and the Emperor was plotting to seize control of it. Sensing this, a Space Guild navigator visits the Emperor to question him. The Emperor resented Duke Leto Atreides, who developed the weapon "modules," and after giving him Arrakis, planned to incite Baron Harkonnen, an enemy of the Duke, to bring about his downfall...

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