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A Beginning is a very difficult time. Know then that Star Wars and Dune remain two of the most iconic science fiction franchises of all time. I believe Star Wars is good, but Dune -- Frank Herbert's Dune is great. Why this distinction? Is the difference between them entertainment value or ambition? Let's discuss these two science fiction epics, what makes them both distinct, as well as whether or not their less-than-stellar follow-ups sully the original saga's legacy. Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 2:33 My Experience with Dune and Star Wars 4:02 The Story of Dune and Star Wars 7:38 Is Star Wars Science Fiction? 8:52 The Layers of Dune's World Building vs Star Wars's World Building 13:39 Leto, Paul, Luke and Anakin 18:00 Meaning Within Meaning 20:50 Which Star Wars Films are Most Like Dune (You Won't Like My Answer) 23:50 The OTHER Thing Dune and Star Wars Have in Common... 26:20 Conclusion
