Nobby-W
Not an axe murderer
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So I finally gave up waiting for the wife and watched it. It was good!
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I'm really not sure what to make of Liet-Kynes' gender swap. I don't mind it as a matter of course, it's just what it means, and the difference in timeline for her to bear Chani, as opposed to having a Fremen bear her. It's really strange that I didn't get the 'beast' from Bautista's portrayal. Also, there was something off about Ferguson's portrayal- I didn't really get Jessica's strength and love for her Duke that led her to bear Paul instead of a daughter.
I think overall I preferred Francesca Annis's portrayal of Jessica - she pulled off mystical and in-control a bit better. I didn't mind Rebecca Fergusson's performance, but the hyperventilating and near-meltdowns didn't really feel quite right.