Denis Villeneuve, Dune and Cellphones

Dune Director Denis Villeneuve Shares One Item He Bans On Set
Denis Villeneuve bans cellphones on set for full actor presence, similar to Christopher Nolan. Both directors found the technology distracting during filming. Cellphone-free sets enhance focus, professionalism,
Denis Villeneuve Bans Cell Phones & Social Media On ‘Dune’ Set For Total Focus
Denis Villeneuve enforces a no-phone policy on his Dune sets, prioritizing focus and creativity. Read on for the inside scoop.
Denis Villeneuve on Why Cellphones Are “Forbidden” on His Sets
"When you say cut, you don’t want someone going to his phone to look at his Facebook account," the Oscar-nominated director says.
Denis Villeneuve: ‘Cell Phones Are Banned on My Sets. It's Forbidden. When You Say Cut, You Don't Want Someone' Checking Facebook
Denis Villeneuve recently spoke to the Los Angeles Times and shared his discomfort over how “human beings are ruled by algorithms right now.” He explained: “We behave like AI circuits. The ways we see the world are narrow-minded binaries.
“Dune” Director Denis Villeneuve 'Banned' Cell Phones from His Sets Since the Devices Are 'Like a Drug'
"Everybody has to focus and be entirely in the present," the filmmaker said of why he forbids smart devices during filming
The One Problem Denis Villeneuve Must Overcome While Adapting Dune: Messiah
Dune: Messiah's adaptation poses challenges due to its lack of action, focus on politics, and a darker, introspective storyline. Dune: Part Three may struggle with audience expectations for a blockbuster finale,
Dune: Part Two – Denis Villeneuve Delves Into Those Final Shots
Director Denis Villeneuve details why he made the choices regarding the final shots with Chani in Dune: Part Two.
Dune director Denis Villeneuve explains his no phones on sets policy: ‘Don't want someone to rush and check Facebook’
Renowned filmmaker Denis Villeneuve has revealed why he insists on banning phones on his movie sets in a recent interview.
Denis Villeneuve Explains Why Phones Are “Forbidden” On His Sets
Don’t expect Denis Villeneuve to take a call while making Dune Messiah, and not because the signal is weak on Arrakis. The 3x Oscar nominee recently revealed that phones are “absolutely” banned from his sets as they’re “addictive,
Dune Director Denis Villeneuve Explains Why Phones Are Not Allowed On His Movie Sets
Renowned filmmaker Denis Villeneuve, celebrated for his acclaimed adaptations of Dune, has explained why he bans phones on his movie sets, emphasising the importance of full focus and presence in the creative process.
Dune 2’s Denis Villeneuve Explains How He Decided On The Film’s Heartbreaking Final Shot, And Now, I’m In My Feelings Again
When the Canadian director spoke to our sister site GamesRadar+, he shared some more insights into why he chose to make Chani ...
Denis Villeneuve isn't at peace. And he's OK with that
The director strives to make a perfect movie that stands the test of time. His holy grail, he calls it. And yet the quiet of ...
Wolf Man director on how his new horror movie was inspired by Denis Villeneuve's Sicario and Prisoners: "This isn't a fantasy, this is real"
New horror movie Wolf Man, the next chapter in Universal's attempt to reboot its Classic Monsters series, was obviously ...