'Dune Part 3' to Dismantle Myth
Villeneuve's *Dune Part 3* will "dismantle the myth built by the first two films," focusing on tragedy rather than heroism [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ztL5AlZq1vM].
Villeneuve has stated his interest in exploring the tragic elements of Paul Atreides' story in *Dune Messiah*, the likely basis for *Part 3*. He sees Paul as a warning against the idea of the "benevolent dictator". The director has also expressed that he envisions *Dune* as a trilogy and that *Dune Messiah* would be the last movie for him. Frank Herbert wrote *Dune Messiah* to address the potential dangers of charismatic leaders and the unintended consequences of even well-intentioned actions. The novel delves into Paul's growing disillusionment with his role as a messiah figure.
