"Dune: Part Two" Echoes "Lord of the Rings," Fueling Oscar Hopes for "Dune 3"

Despite winning only two Oscars for Best Sound and Best Visual Effects, "Dune: Part Two" has sparked excitement among fans due to a striking parallel with "The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers." The film's wins mirror those of the second "Lord of the Rings" installment, which also garnered the same awards from five nominations. This has fueled speculation that "Dune 3," based on "Dune Messiah," could follow "Return of the King's" path to Best Picture glory. While "Dune Messiah" is considered more divisive, fans are hopeful that director Denis Villeneuve can deliver a crowd-pleasing adaptation worthy of top honors at the 2027 Academy Awards.