Berg: My 'Dune' will be more fun

Peter Berg has claimed that his proposed adaptation of Dune will be "more fun" than David Lynch's version.

The filmmaker, who is attached to direct a new interpretation of the acclaimed novel, told Sci Fi Wire that he sees Frank Herbert's story differently to Lynch, who helmed the 1984 film that divided fans and critics.

"I had a much more different experience, I think, with the book than David Lynch did," said Berg. "To me, I think my interpretation will feel significantly different from that and the [Syfy] Channel miniseries that aired. I have a different experience than both of those filmmakers did."

Berg added that he is keen to explore the adventure elements of the book, which involves a power struggle on the planet Arrakis for a spice used for space travel.

"[Herbert's book] was much more muscular and adventurous, more violent and possibly even a little bit more fun," he commented. "I think those are all elements of my experience of the book that can be brought in without offending the die-hard fans. There's a more dynamic film to be made."