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\n\tThe Abu Dhabi Film Commission (ADFC) has shared new behind-the-scenes images of \u201cDune: Part Three\u201d filming in Abu Dhabi\u2019s Liwa Desert. Throughout the sci-fi trilogy, the large oasis area in the Western Region of the Emirate has provided a substantial portion of the landscape of the desert planet Arrakis, home to the monstrous sandworms.<\/p>\n

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\n\t\u201cDune: Part Three\u201d brings Denis Villeneuve\u2019s trilogy to \u201ca breathtaking conclusion,\u201d according to the provided synopsis. The final installment \u2014 which has just unveiled an action-packed new trailer \u2014 sees Timoth\u00e9e Chalamet return as Paul Atreides, continuing the story after his ascent to power at the end of \u201cPart Two.\u201d Inspired by Frank Herbert\u2019s novel \u201cDune Messiah,\u201d the action takes place 17 years after the events of the previous film and explores the consequences of Paul\u2019s rule as emperor.<\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cNow a ruthless Emperor, Paul must face the consequences of his reign as old allies return, terrifying new threats emerge, and betrayal lurks in every shadow,\u201d the synopsis says. <\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cHaunted by visions of Imperial collapse and the reappearance of his long-lost love, Paul is drawn into a sweeping conspiracy, with Chani at the heart of its unfolding mystery.\u00a0 As rebellion brews and enemies close in, Paul must confront the true cost of power and the fate of those he loves the most,\u201d it adds.<\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cThe opportunity to once again work with the incredible cast and crew from\u00a0\u2018Dune: Part Three\u2019\u00a0as Abu Dhabi\u2019s Liwa Desert stars as Arrakis for Denis Villeneuve\u2019s culminating installment was really a poignant and pivotal moment for the entire creative ecosystem of Abu Dhabi,\u201d said Sameer Al Jaberi, head of the Abu Dhabi Film Commission, in a statement.<\/p>\n

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\n\tMore than 600 UAE-based individuals were involved in the film\u2019s 31-day Abu Dhabi shoot.<\/p>\n

\n\tCommented Herb Gains, EVP of physical production at Legendary Entertainment: \u201cReturning to Abu Dhabi\u2019s Liwa Desert for \u2018Dune: Part Three\u2019\u00a0was never in doubt.\u201d <\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cI can\u2019t think of any place else in the world that provides such stunning imagery, as well as the support we\u2019ve received from the Abu Dhabi Film Commission and our partners there across all three films. The people, crew, and resources in Abu Dhabi made an incredibly difficult undertaking feel comfortable and easy, and the attention to detail and care shown to our cast and crew was exceptional,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cDune: Part Three\u201d benefited from Abu Dhabi\u2019s 35% cashback rebate that, in some cases, can reach up to 50% of qualified below-the-line spend. The shoot was supported by Creative Media Authority Abu Dhabi (CMA) and the Abu Dhabi Film Commission, with Image Nation Studios serving as a production partner and Epic Films as the local production services provider.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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\n\tWarner Bros. and Legendary release\u00a0\u201cDune: Part Three\u201d\u00a0on Dec. 18.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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