Sisterhood Above All

When the show sticks with the Sisterhood and the main characters within their order, it truly shines. The focus on the Bene Gesserit's inner workings, and the relationships between the sisters especially the two main Harkonnen Reverend Mothers is interesting to watch as they unfold.

However, when the narrative shifts to the palace intrigue and the broader politics of the noble houses, the show loses some of its focus and momentum. While these aspects provide necessary world-building, they lack the emotional resonance and intensity found in the Sisterhood-centric plots. Some have also mentioned a lack of chemistry between the Princes and her combat trainer.

I hope the future episodes focus deeper into what makes the show compelling: the machinations, rivalries, and growth of the sisters themselves. The Bene Gesserit's philosophy, their training techniques, and their strategic influence on the universe, and the great houses. Elements like the Agony and the use of the Voice.

...on one hand I like the show, but on the other I am getting a Star Wars/ Harry Potter vibe.

I don't like how they went for the Sisterhood perspective. They want to humanize the Sisterhood, but to me the Sisterhood is this mystic entity that is conniving behind the scenes. I would rather have them keep that aura.

In my opinion it would've been better if the storyline revolved around the emperor and Hart character and have the Sisterhood play a big part in the background.

The reason I get a Star Wars vibe is because of the clothes they wear, the spaceships and especially the scene where Valya was standing in the rain. That reminded me of Rey in the rain in the Rise of Skywalker. Also Valya's ability to manipulate gives me the Jedi force vibes.

The Harry Potter vibe comes from the fact that we follow Valya during her training years. It's like they are at Hogwarts and someone will say "You're a wizard, Valya".

I still like the series and I am invested in it, but those points just bother me a bit.

The show is getting better and better with each episode. Three episodes in and I'm hooked.

Interesting character developments, nice flashbacks and over all a thrilling, gripping and very detailled addition to the Dune Universe.

Stay tuned. Really interesting tv show with an excellent set design, good visuals and a very good cast.

The show is getting better and better with each episode. Three episodes in and I'm hooked.

Interesting character developments, nice flashbacks and over all a thrilling, gripping and very detailled addition to the Dune Universe.

Stay tuned. Really interesting tv show with an excellent set design, good visuals and a very good cast.

What an episode! We get to see the lethal and cunning nature of both Harkonen sisters. We already knew Valia was a wolf, but Tula . . .

They are a formidable and dangerous duo, capable of manipulating situations to their advantage with deadly precision. As for Tula, she is the embodiment of Lady Macbeth, "Look like the innocent flower but be the serpent under it. "

I am thoroughly enjoying the series. It's refreshing to see a show that isn't based on any existing books, allowing for original and innovative ideas. The writing is top-notch, and the acting and cinematography are equally impressive. I hope this series continues to deliver such high-quality content for many years to come.

This one's a challenging episode to either like or dislike. After a while, we return to watching the lives of young Valya and Tula Harkonnen, and the events that preceded the beginning of the first episode. I'm okay with this approach, although it came surprisingly late in the season. What's frustrating, though, is how unclear it sometimes was whether the events I was watching took place in the past or present-the boundary wasn't always explicit. Overall, this episode focused heavily on the sisterhood. While some interesting revelations came to light for the first time, it felt, to be honest, like an overly heavy focus. But the most surprising aspect-and the light in the dark, awkward as it is to say in this context-was what Tula did. And I thought Valya was the heartless one...