Denis Villeneuve Discusses 'Dune' Future and Lack of Interest in 'Star Wars'
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Denis Villeneuve, director of 'Dune,' expressed his disinterest in directing a 'Star Wars' film, citing his disenchantment with the franchise after 'Return of the Jedi' in 1983. Villeneuve, who was a huge fan of the original films, felt that the series became too formulaic and aimed at children. He also mentioned his preference for creating unique films over joining another franchise and emphasized the importance of the communal cinema experience over streaming services.
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