Denis Villeneuve's 'Dune' sequel features a breathtaking sandworm riding sequence that took 44 days to shoot, making it the most complex scene the director had ever attempted. The scene required meticulous planning and collaboration among Villeneuve and his trusted team of department heads.
The production designer described the challenges faced during the methodology meetings, where the team brainstormed ways to bring the sandworm riding sequence to life. The massive 90-foot-long by 24-foot-wide sandworm set piece was meticulously designed to resemble the texture of dry lakes, with a skin layer that allowed for movement and realism.
