Dune: Part Twostar Rebecca Ferguson takes to social media to share a behind-the-scenes photo dump of her time on set, showing off a new side of Lady Jessica’s transformation. Based on the novel by Frank Herbert, Denis Villeneuve’s sequel to 2021’sDunehit theaters earlier this year, continuing the story of Timothée Chalamet’s Paul Atreides as he cements himself as the leader of the Fremen on Arrakis. Ferguson reprises her role as Lady Jessica in theDune: Part Twocast, and the story sees her replace the dying Fremen Reverend Mother in a particularly agonizing ritual.
Nine months afterDune: Part Twodominated in theaters,Fergusonnow shares a new batch of behind-the-scenes photos from the sequel’s set with the caption: “Dune Memories.” The photos are mostly of Ferguson herself and her transformation into Lady Jessica. Thecarousel of images includes Ferguson with a fake pregnancy belly and others showing off her makeup processfor her character. Others feature Ferguson lounging on set, and Villeneuve himself also appears in the images as he directs certain scenes. Check out the images below:
What Lady Jessica’s Dune 2 Transformation Means For Dune 3
Dune 3’s Current Status Explained
Dune: Part Twoendswith a number of story threads still active, and the journey of Paul and Chani (Zendaya) clearly isn’t over just yet. The sequel also sets Lady Jessica up for an important role moving forward. A major storyline for Ferguson’s character in the film is her communication with Alia, her unborn child, after ingesting the Water of Life. As Paul’s vision and the events of Herbert’sDune Messiahreveal,Alia will become a crucial character moving forwarddue to her immense wisdom beyond her years.
10 Most Exciting Things To Expect From Dune 3
Dune 3 is confirmed to be in development. Based on information from the novels, here are the main plot details and cast changes to be excited about.
Dune: Part Three’s release datehasn’t yet been confirmed, but Villeneuve is said to be working on the script for the project. While many questions remain about how he will tackle the events ofDune Messiah, which is less of a sci-fi adventure story compared to Herbert’s first book, the director has confirmed that the third film will mark the end of his time on Arrakis. That doesn’t mean there won’t be moreDunemovies in the future, but it could suggest thatthe stories of characters like Paul, Chani, and Lady Jessica will be given more concrete resolutions.
The world ofDuneis set to expand with the release ofHBO seriesDune: Prophecy, which takes place ten thousand years before Paul’s story and chronicles the origins of the Bene Gesserit.
Our Take On Lady Jessica In Dune: Part Two
Ferguson’s Character Became Way More Interesting
Jessica arguably wasn’t given a lot to do in the firstDune, and the sequel certainly makes her a more interesting and complex character. She generally becomes a more morally ambiguous figure and is clearly willing to go to great lengths to increase Paul’s power, even by deceptive means. All of this bodes well forDune: Part Three, andshe could end up playing an even bigger role as Paul’s story reaches its end.
What will be particularly exciting to witness in the next installment are Jessica’s interactions with Alia, who will presumably be played by Anya Taylor-Joy after her brief cameo in the second film. How Villeneuve will adjust the timelines to incorporate the events ofDune Messiahremains to be seen, butDune: Part Twocertainly sets up an exciting adventure to come.
Dune: Part Two
Cast
Dune: Part Two continues the epic saga of Paul Atreides as he allies with Chani and the Fremen. Pursuing retribution for his family’s devastation, Paul grapples with a significant decision impacting his personal desires and the universe’s future, attempting to avert a dire destiny that only he anticipates.
