content: I know what you might think- that this was a film made for TV, and those aren't ever that good. This movie is the exception to the rule, and having read the book and seen the older film, I think it's the better of the two. Now, of course, the old Dune is a classic with its famously huge budget and such notable names as Patrick Stewart in it. That fact means it'll always be considered the greater film. Nevertheless, this version is more accurate to the book, and the book is the best version of Dune there is! Do not be put off by the paucity of superstars in the cast list, or by the huge 4-hour runtime. I found the miniseries to be a stimulating and attractive version of this most famous example of sci-fi literature. The special effects are well done, and the acting is superb. Without a doubt, this is something no Dune fan should miss.