Denis Villeneuve Discusses Filmmaking Approach at London Film Festival

The acclaimed director reflects on his career and the challenges of creating epic sci-fi films like 'Dune' and 'Blade Runner 2049'.

Denis Villeneuve shared his primary rule for a successful film set: avoiding difficult personalities, emphasizing collaboration and creativity.
He highlighted 'Blade Runner 2049' and 'Polytechnique' as his riskiest projects, with the former being a sequel to Ridley Scott's iconic film.
Villeneuve detailed the complex production of 'Dune: Part Two,' including the sandworm-riding scene that took 44 days to film with a dedicated 'worm unit'.
The director expressed that adapting Frank Herbert's 'Dune' involved focusing on the powerful roles of women, particularly the Bene Gesserit.
Villeneuve's career has evolved from Canadian features to major Hollywood sci-fi films, driven by a passion for storytelling and exploration.