: Villeneuve noted that Chalamet’s clear skin and "aristocratic features" make it difficult to suggest the passage of time.
Years before Arrakis, Chalamet actually auditioned for Villeneuve’s 2013 thriller Prisoners . In a twist of fate, Villeneuve turned him down for the role because he didn't "physically fit the part" at the time. Villeneuve later admitted he had completely forgotten they had met when he began scouting for Dune , leading to an awkward reminder from Chalamet during their first meeting for the sci-fi project. 2. The "Problem" of Looking Forever Young : Villeneuve noted that Chalamet’s clear skin and
The "Big Problem" Timothée Chalamet Posed for Denis Villeneuve’s Dune Villeneuve later admitted he had completely forgotten they
: The director even mused that they might need to use "the magic of A.I." or subtler makeup techniques to help the actor look like a battle-worn 30-year-old Emperor. 3. "Directing the Haircut" Denis Villeneuve's Biggest Challenge On 'Dune ... - IMDb : Villeneuve noted that Chalamet’s clear skin and