Set in the barren expanse of the desert planet Arrakis, “Dune” narrates the tale of Paul Atreides, a young scion of a prestigious lineage charged with governing a harsh realm where the coveted commodity is the mystical substance known as “spice” melange—a potent drug with the power to elongate life and heighten awareness. Sought after throughout the cosmos, the melange becomes a coveted treasure, worth resorting to extreme measures to possess.
When House Atreides faces treachery, the devastation wrought upon Paul’s family propels him on a path toward a destiny far beyond his wildest imaginings. Transforming into the enigmatic figure called Muad’Dib, he becomes the harbinger of humanity’s oldest and most elusive aspiration, bringing it to fruition amidst his journey.