'Furiosa' Review: Why Chris Hemsworth and Anya Taylor-Joy movie could be the best Mad Max ever made
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: 'Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga' hits the theatres on May 24, 2024, and it is a prequel to 'Mad Max: Fury Road'. It traces the origins of Imperator Furiosa (Anya Taylor-Joy) before she associates with Max Rockatansky in 'Mad Max: Fury Road'.
The film features Chris Hemsworth in the role of the mythical warlord called Dementus, who kills Furiosa's mother Mary Jabassa (Charlee Fraser), and abducts her away from her homeland, Green Place of Many Mothers. 'Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga' follows Furiosa on her path to revenge against Dementus.
The George Miller directorial is an allegorical parable that transcends the world of the 'Mad Max' universe and asks questions related to morality. Furiosa as a protagonist stands out as a picture of courage, justice, and hope. Here is a detailed review of the film.
George Miller's writing and direction bring depth to 'Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga'
George Miller lives and breathes the 'Mad Max' universe but takes it a notch higher with 'Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga' as he works on a film where Max isn't the protagonist of the universe for the first time. Furiosa's story is one of courage and hope and her character stands apart from the other characters in the universe.
The audience sees Furiosa grow up from an innocuous child to a furious warrior who could even cut her arm off to set herself free. By the time, the movie ends, you see Furiosa rise above the ways of the Wasteland and fulfill her revenge in the most hopeful and inspiring way.
George's writing and creativity make this film an epic saga where a determined protagonist goes up and wins against an opinionated and strong antagonist. The biggest feature of this narrative is the message that George is trying to give through this film. He seamlessly blends this film into 'Mad Max: Fury Road' ensuring continuity in the franchise.
Anya Taylor-Joy and Chris Hemsworth deliver powerful performances
Anya Taylor-Joy has proven herself to be a standout performer with this one. This is a role that will be remembered for ages as a defining role in her filmography.
The character is sculpted to great depths and leaves a lot of scope for performance. Anya is up to it and transforms into a driven Furiosa as she packs a punch in every frame.
Chris Hemsworth steals the show in this one as an antagonist who has a vision for the world. He might appear motivated in one scene and then flawlessly transitions to appearing delusional.
His character involves a mix of philosophy and psychology and he is ready to immerse as he plays this character with brilliant depth.
'Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga' may be the best 'Mad Max' film yet
What differentiates this film from its predecessors is the clash of philosophies between the protagonist and antagonist. The makers stay true to their vision of going deeper into the universe in search of hope in an otherwise nihilistic world.
This isn't an ordinary revenge saga. It is one that has layers to it. A deeper understanding of the world and in particular its climax could offer hope to the world this film is treating as an audience.
'Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga' could be the best film of an excellent franchise and is an important addition to the franchise from the point of view of understanding the world and its characters. The film is a must-watch.
'Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga' trailer
'Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga' hits the theatres on May 24, 2024