Part Two features significantly more large-scale battles, including the epic attack on Arrakeen, the worm-riding sequence, and the final confrontation in the basin. While the first film was a slow-burn political thriller, the sequel is a war film. High-quality VFX for sandworms, ornithopters, explosions, and planetary backdrops easily consumes tens of millions of dollars.
: Specific scenes, such as the 44-day shoot for the sandworm-riding sequence, required specialized engineering and massive physical rigs. dune part 2 budget