Dune Part One: The Photography

From the cliffs of Norway to the deserts of Jordan, photographer Chiabella James was on set to capture every moment of Dune, director Denis Villeneuve’s Oscar-nominated sci-fi epic based on Frank Herbert’s classic novel. Curated from thousands of stills shot throughout the filming of Dune, this deluxe volume compiles the most compelling photos to form a remarkable visual journey that fully captures the unique spirit of the production. Encompassing the epic vistas witnessed on location shoots, through to candid moments between Villeneuve and key cast members including Timothée Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Isaac, Josh Brolin, Zendaya, Sharon Duncan-Brewster, and Jason Momoa, this book also features personal insights from James, a foreword by executive producer Tanya Lapointe (The Art and Soul of Dune), and a preface by Ferguson. Evocative and visually stunning, Dune Part One: The Photography takes readers into the very heart of one of the most thrilling film productions in recent memory.

Author Biography

Chiabella James is a British feature film, editorial, and portrait photographer. Her portfolio has been published in outlets such as Vanity Fair, Vogue, Empire, and Entertainment Weekly. Her features include Mission: Impossible – Fallout, Dune, and King Richard. She splits her time working between Los Angeles and London. Tanya Lapointe is a producer, director, and author. Her titles include The Art and Soul of Blade Runner 2049, The Art and Science of Arrival, and The Art and Soul of Dune. She is a producer (p.g.a) on Dune: Part Two (2023) and executive producer on Dune (2021).