Frank Herbert's Dune – Specials
Episodes
The Lure of Spice
This is a behind the scenes featurette on the production of Dune and it features a number of short sound bytes of the cast.
Science Future/Science Fiction
Writers roundtable discussion about science fiction becoming reality at UCLA. Harlan Ellison, Ray Kurzweil, Octavia Butler, John Harrison, Michael Cassutt.
Defining the Messiah
Various religious scholars from around the world weigh in on what makes up a messiah. Also includes a Jungian psychologist to give a non-spiritual take
John Harrison
Interview with director John Harrison about adapting Dune novels.
Willis McNelly
The origins of the Dune story.
Graeme Revell
Revell briefly talks about the musical score of Dune, including the various themes and tones used for the different houses and settings.
Vittorio Storaro
Subtitled interview with cinematographer Vittorio Storaro about color palette choices made.
The Making of, part 2 - The Filmmakers' Vision
Focussing on Dune the book, this thirty minute extra contains behind-the-scenes footage, soundbites from the main cast and crew, and letter-boxed clips.
The Making of, part 1 - The Production Story
In the style of a 'making of' documentary, this extra also contains behind-the-scenes footage, soundbites from the main cast and crew, and letter-boxed clips.