Dune: Prophecy - Travel Back to the Bene Gesserit's Source
Get ready to return to the foundations of the huge and enthralling Dune universe! Delving into the basis of the powerful Bene Gesserit sisterhood, HBO Max's much awaited series "Dune: Prophecy," preys on the prelude to the critically praised "Dune" movies directed by Denis Villeneuve. Originally titled "Dune: Sisterhood," this six-part series promises to enthrall viewers with its rich background, so providing a better knowledge of the several forces influencing the events of the beloved Dune saga.
The Bene Gesserit: From Modest Start to Authority
Set an amazing 10,000 years before the events of "Dune: Part One" and "Dune: Part Two," "Dune: Prophecy" transports us to the dawn of the Bene Gesserit. The show investigates the creation of this strong group, revealing its secrets of beginnings and ascent to impact across the galaxy. Get ready to see their original mystical techniques and the complex breeding programs that evolved into essential component of their methods come to life.
The Bene Gesserit Catalysts: The Harkonnen Sisters
Inspired by Brian Herbert's book "Sisterhood of Dune" and Kevin J. Anderson's work, "Dune: Prophecy" Two sisters, Valya and Tula Harkonnen, set out on a voyage that will determine the fate of the Bene Gesserit and play central roles in the narrative. Their strategic vision and leadership open the path for the growth and influence of the sisterhood, so spinning complex threads of power that will affect the Dune universe's future.
Emperor Javicco Corrino: A Corrino Dynasty Patriarch
An ancestor of Emperor Shaddam Corrino IV (Christopher Walken in "Dune: Part Two"), Emperor Javicco Corrino shows up as a vital character in "Dune: Prophecy." The show explores the complicated relationship between the Bene Gesserit and the Corrino dynasty, revealing the beginnings of their alliance—which seems to be based in quiet manipulation and shared ambitions. Showcasing how the Bene Gesserit progressively acquired control over the decisions of the Corrino family, the series offers a window into the early years of their impact over the Imperial House.
A View into the Past: the Butlerian Jihad, the Atreides, and the Harkonnen Sisters
The show reveals the ancient past of the Atreides family, introducing Chris Mason's Chris Mason-starable ancestor, Keiran Atreides. Set following the catastrophic war known as the Butlerian Jihad, which destroyed advanced artificial intelligence technologies, "Dune: Prophecy" This crucial incident fundamentally changed the Dune universe, and the show looks at its fallout. Leading the founding of the Bene Gesserit, the Harkonnen sisters also start their complex breeding program during this time, so preparing the ground for the future events in the Dune story.
Linking the Past to the Future: Legacies of Lady Jessica and the Bene Gesserit
"Dune: Prophecy" makes fascinating links to the events of "Dune: Part One" and "Dune: Part Two." Although Paul Atreides won't be specifically featured in the show, it will help to clarify the beginnings of the Bene Gesserit's scheme for destiny manipulation. Played by Rebecca Ferguson, Paul's mother Lady Jessica is central in this complex web. Originally supposed to have a daughter, fate intervened and Paul was born. The show might show the Bene Gesserit's unrelenting pursuit of their goals and investigate the consequences of this departure from the initial scheme. The show reveals how the Bene Gesserit have crept into the Corrino family and shaped their choices, so providing a closer knowledge of the intricate network of power and manipulation they control.
