As a fan who has been captivated by Javier Bardem‘s enigmatic portrayal of Stilgar in the Dune films, I find myself eagerly awaiting his potential return in Dune: Messiah. Having witnessed his transformative acting skills and the depth he brings to every character he plays, it’s easy to envision Stilgar continuing his journey in this epic saga.
Actor Javier Bardem has shared tidbits about his role as Stilgar in the upcoming movie “Dune: Messiah,” also known as “Dune 3.” In an interview from October 2024, director Denis Villeneuve announced the third installment of the trilogy. Excitingly, Villeneuve mentioned that Dune: Messiah is currently being written, and filming could potentially start in 2026.
Javier Bardem doesn’t know if Stilgar will return in Dune: Messiah
In the two Dune films, Javier Bardem’s performance as the Fremen leader Stilgar has earned widespread acclaim from viewers.
As production on Dune: Messiah gets underway, Variety sat down for a chat with Bardem. Although most of the discussion revolved around his recently premiered animated film, Spellbound, Bardem couldn’t help but express his opinions regarding Stilgar’s role in Dune: Messiah. Furthermore, he expressed some doubts about his involvement in the upcoming third part.
Javier Bardem expressed to the media, “Since I’m included in the book, I ought to be part of the script too. If I’m not, it will make me extremely upset and I’ll make sure Denis Villeneuve is aware. I might even travel to Canada.” He also commended Villeneuve, saying, “I have immense respect for him. I deeply admire him. Whatever he desires or decides, I’m completely on board with that. Definitely. He’s unique. He’s an exceptional individual. A truly loving man, full of humor, incredibly funny, and a true professional.
In addition to winning an Oscar, the actor shared that his son was thrilled to see him in “Dune: Part 2,” released in March. Yet, he expressed dissatisfaction as he didn’t participate in any sword-fighting scenes. Javier Bardem made a request of director Denis Villeneuve, saying, “I have another wish for Denis Villeneuve. If there ever is a ‘Dune: Messiah,’ please include a small amount of sword fighting so I can share it with my child.
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2024-11-22 22:40