Dune Part 2 ruled the box office over the weekend, taking just over $80 million at the US box office and around $180 million globally.Its takings were helped by the fact that many rushed to see it at IMAX theaters.
They usually charge more for tickets.The movie has earned widespread praise from critics and audiences. One cast member who has left a particular impression is Austin Butler.
The 32-year-old Australian star of Elvis plays the sadistic and evil villain, Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen. He’s the nephew of Baron Vladimir Harkonnen, played by Stellan Skarsgård.Subscribe to our daily newsletter for a refreshing cocktail (or mocktail) of LGBTQ+ entertainment and pop culture, served up with a side of eye-candy.At one point in the movie, Feyd-Rautha greets the Baron with a kiss.
He kisses him on the lips. The unexpected show of respect and affection is unnerving.Talking to Access Hollywood, Butler was asked about reports he’d improvised the moment on set.“[The kiss] with Stellan Skarsgård?