An astounding end for what was set up in the first instalment, making for a film that uses its time in the best manner posible.

There's still some hiccups, as it rushes some of its dramatic beats while taking a bit too much time in others, still, the absolutely incredible performances pictured in some of the most striking and breathtaking sci-fi visuals ever conceived make this one of the best adaptations ever while honoring the legacy of its literary roots.