Mad Max: Fury Road

[Northman]

So i wanted to create this thread because i wanted to get some opinions and insight from some of you who have seen this flick. I wont get to see it until at least next week or the next.

While the reviews and opinions about the movie have been very good and very positive i have also been hearing certain opinions (some that i am wondering about) about Mad Max's role in the film and the emphasis on feminism. I read an article a few days back where some men's groups are having a hissy fit about the lack of emphasis on Max and more on Theron's character. And today the wife and i were listening to a regular broadcast show that we normally do with the Big O and Duke's show where they at times talk about movies they have seen recently. One of Duke's complaints is what im kind of worried about with Max just not being the star that he was in the first 3 films.

Now, as most know i am a big supporter of the HeForShe campaign and support gender equality/empowerment etc. But the one gripe i can get behind (and why i wondered how this movie stacks up against Mad Max or The Road Warrior) is apparently Max takes a back seat in this film (pun intended). So even though the original director filmed this i wonder why he didnt just call it by a different name as it does come across a little misleading if Max is indeed not a focal point of the movie.

So anyway, what are your guys/gals take on this?

Do you think that it is misleading to have Mad Max in the title or feel that it is too feminism driven?

I guess the reason why i ask is there are certain movies or franchises that i have grown attached too from my youth and Max was a great character that i hope isnt cheapened in this flick.

[DenBronx]

I havent seen it yet either but looks like the best movie to go see right now. I was a big fan of the originals. Man the 80s really made some great movies, just an all around great decade!

But I plan on seeing it in the next few days. Hardin looks like he will do the role justice. Kinda was hoping for Mel to do a cameo.

[EastCoastBronco]

Take it from me, North, a Mad Max fan from waaay back.
Once you get 2 minutes into the movie it is such a thing of insane beauty that you won't care.
I saw it 2 nights ago and not once did I think about who was getting screen time.
It's just a pure, insane thrill ride of a movie made better by the fact that 80% of the madness onscreen is real...not CGI.
Trust me. You're going to love it.

[DenBronx]

Cant wait! Definitely not watching this one on showbox. Lol

[EastCoastBronco]

It's definitely a must for the big screen.

[Al Wilson 4 Mayor]

I'm really looking forward to it. The reviews have been awesome, and Thomas Hardy is one of my favorite actors.

[aberdien]

Max is one of the main characters and has a significant role. Even if he didn't, it was a badass movie which depicted the Mad Max universe. Either way, the complaints are illegitimate and the mra groups can shut it.

[DenBronx]

I'm really looking forward to it. The reviews have been awesome, and Thomas Hardy is one of my favorite actors.

He was great in Bronson.

[Al Wilson 4 Mayor]

He was great in Bronson.

I haven't seen that one, but he was great in Warrior and Outlaws (?). He was so good as Bane he overshadowed Batman

[DenBronx]

He was great in Bronson.

I haven't seen that one, but he was great in Warrior and Outlaws (?). He was so good as Bane he overshadowed Batman

Yeah and Christian Bale was a damn good Batman. He's definitely one of my fav actors and he picks good roles. In fact I think the good ones are just coming to him now.

[MasterShake]

If people are being triggered by this movie either for or against feminism they are already going to be defensive about the issue either way. I'm sure those same groups feel that Lucy is too strong of a character because she keeps moving the football away from Charlie Brown and emasculating him.

The bottom line is that this movie is Mad Max through and through. Charlize Theron's character Furiosa is treated as an equal, not a damsel in distress and I loved that. She seemed to be the hottest woman on screen despite a buzzcut, bionic arm, and being next to a harem of women 20 years younger than her in many scenes.

Max himself is there from the first frame until the end. All of his dialogue can fit on a napkin but what he does throughout the film shows you just how base his instincts have become and he plays a vital role every step of the way. This Max is haunted, cursed, and ripe for redemption. My favorite scene has him going back to finish off some of the pursuers after a car chase through a mud flat. He leaves and comes back covered in blood carrying new ammo clips and gear looking like he's been to hell and back. We don't see what happens, but we do get this wonderful exchange of dialogue that ends with Furiosa looking at Max as he walks by simply stating, "That's not his blood..."

There are three things you need to enjoy this movie: a pulse, some popcorn, and a willingness to have your ass kicked for 2 hours and love every minute of it. I am going back next week to see it at the Alamo just to put my money where my mouth is. We need more movies like this and less whiney bitches thinking an ass kicking female threatens their sense of self-manliness. I'll be damned if I ever let a movie critic, focus group, or "Men's" Group keep me from seeing a movie and forming my own opinion.

And I really don't know where everyone gets the idea that Max is not the driving force of this movie. Just like before he reluctantly saves everyone's ass because he is the only one who can. He finds his humanity despite having lost his mind and that is what makes him so cool.

/RANT

[chazoe60]

If people are being triggered by this movie either for or against feminism they are already going to be defensive about the issue either way. I'm sure those same groups feel that Lucy is too strong of a character because she keeps moving the football away from Charlie Brown and emasculating him.

The bottom line is that this movie is Mad Max through and through. Charlize Theron's character Furiosa is treated as an equal, not a damsel in distress and I loved that. She seemed to be the hottest woman on screen despite a buzzcut, bionic arm, and being next to a harem of women 20 years younger than her in many scenes.

Max himself is there from the first frame until the end. All of his dialogue can fit on a napkin but what he does throughout the film shows you just how base his instincts have become and he plays a vital role every step of the way. This Max is haunted, cursed, and ripe for redemption. My favorite scene has him going back to finish off some of the pursuers after a car chase through a mud flat. He leaves and comes back covered in blood carrying new ammo clips and gear looking like he's been to hell and back. We don't see what happens, but we do get this wonderful exchange of dialogue that ends with Furiosa looking at Max as he walks by simply stating, "That's not his blood..."

There are three things you need to enjoy this movie: a pulse, some popcorn, and a willingness to have your ass kicked for 2 hours and love every minute of it. I am going back next week to see it at the Alamo just to put my money where my mouth is. We need more movies like this and less whiney bitches thinking an ass kicking female threatens their sense of self-manliness. I'll be damned if I ever let a movie critic, focus group, or "Men's" Group keep me from seeing a movie and forming my own opinion.

And I really don't know where everyone gets the idea that Max is not the driving force of this movie. Just like before he reluctantly saves everyone's ass because he is the only one who can. He finds his humanity despite having lost his mind and that is what makes him so cool.

/RANT

Damn, you go girl. ;)




I absolutely agree Shake. From the opening scene to the final scene this movie is badass and Max is absolutely the focus.

[Northman]

If people are being triggered by this movie either for or against feminism they are already going to be defensive about the issue either way. I'm sure those same groups feel that Lucy is too strong of a character because she keeps moving the football away from Charlie Brown and emasculating him.

The bottom line is that this movie is Mad Max through and through. Charlize Theron's character Furiosa is treated as an equal, not a damsel in distress and I loved that. She seemed to be the hottest woman on screen despite a buzzcut, bionic arm, and being next to a harem of women 20 years younger than her in many scenes.

Max himself is there from the first frame until the end. All of his dialogue can fit on a napkin but what he does throughout the film shows you just how base his instincts have become and he plays a vital role every step of the way. This Max is haunted, cursed, and ripe for redemption. My favorite scene has him going back to finish off some of the pursuers after a car chase through a mud flat. He leaves and comes back covered in blood carrying new ammo clips and gear looking like he's been to hell and back. We don't see what happens, but we do get this wonderful exchange of dialogue that ends with Furiosa looking at Max as he walks by simply stating, "That's not his blood..."

There are three things you need to enjoy this movie: a pulse, some popcorn, and a willingness to have your ass kicked for 2 hours and love every minute of it. I am going back next week to see it at the Alamo just to put my money where my mouth is. We need more movies like this and less whiney bitches thinking an ass kicking female threatens their sense of self-manliness. I'll be damned if I ever let a movie critic, focus group, or "Men's" Group keep me from seeing a movie and forming my own opinion.

And I really don't know where everyone gets the idea that Max is not the driving force of this movie. Just like before he reluctantly saves everyone's ass because he is the only one who can. He finds his humanity despite having lost his mind and that is what makes him so cool.

/RANT

Thanks Shaker. You were one of the people i was waiting to hear from and you didnt disappoint. \m/

[Magnificent Seven]

Mad Max: Fury Road

9/10

AMAZING! Tim Hardy and Charlize Theron played perfect characters in this film and they have great chemistry together.

Go see it with 3D and D-Box! Awesome experience! Definitely worth watching!!!!

Did you know that Hugh Keays-Byrne played a major villain "Toecutter" in 1979's Mad Max with Mel Gibson. He played other major villain in new Mad Max movie. "Immortan Joe." Same guy!

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[dogfish]

anyone who complains about this flick being "too feminist" is a gigantic, whiny poosy who should be seriously ashamed of themself. . .

[Magnificent Seven]

In a real life, There are more women than men in Australia. Australia is in the grip of a "man drought" where women increasingly outnumber men. So, it makes sense that Director George Miller put some more tough females in this film. So far, it's awesome.

[Buff]

I'd like to talk more about the guitar guy. Best pointless character ever?

http://cdn.movieweb.com/img.news.tops/NEggLuEhkkaQjl_2_a.jpg

[Northman]

I'd like to talk more about the guitar guy. Best pointless character ever?

http://cdn.movieweb.com/img.news.tops/NEggLuEhkkaQjl_2_a.jpg


I had read though that the guitar guy was used as a way for the marauders to communicate with each other. I still have not had a chance to see this yet but apparently the music or noise he made was a way for them to navigate when chasing prey. Can Shake or anyone confirm this?

[Al Wilson 4 Mayor]

Those vehicles must go through a lot of air filters.

[MileHighCrew]

It was a very good movie, I think it was over hyped for me a bit but still very good.

[MasterShake]

Yes the guitar guy and drums were used to coordinate formations. And also he was awesome.

[MOtorboat]

Yes the guitar guy and drums were used to coordinate formations. And also he was awesome.

He was kind of worthless in a fight, though.

And people have really made an dystopian action movie into a political argument? That shit has just gone overboard in this country. It's a damn popcorn flick thrill ride, not a social statement.

[MasterShake]

He was kind of worthless in a fight, though.

And people have really made an dystopian action movie into a political argument? That shit has just gone overboard in this country. It's a damn popcorn flick thrill ride, not a social statement.

He wasn't there to fight, he was there to SHRED.

[Northman]

He was kind of worthless in a fight, though.

And people have really made an dystopian action movie into a political argument? That shit has just gone overboard in this country. It's a damn popcorn flick thrill ride, not a social statement.

Yea, i saw people do that with Avatar too. People sometimes take movies far to seriously when all it is intended is to be cheap entertainment.

[Northman]

He wasn't there to fight, he was there to SHRED.

Nicely done! lol

[MOtorboat]

Yea, i saw people do that with Avatar too. People sometimes take movies far to seriously when all it is intended is to be cheap entertainment.

I think Cameron had a moral in mind, though. Obviously not with this film.

[MOtorboat]

He wasn't there to fight, he was there to SHRED.

It seemed like the guitar would have a more practical use considering it basically doubled as a flamethrower.

[Ravage!!!]

I had read though that the guitar guy was used as a way for the marauders to communicate with each other. I still have not had a chance to see this yet but apparently the music or noise he made was a way for them to navigate when chasing prey. Can Shake or anyone confirm this?

Makes sense since that's how they used to communicate many many years ago. Formations were communicated through drums, horns, and colored flags. in the movie, they used music and colored flares.

[aberdien]

I think Cameron had a moral in mind, though. Obviously not with this film.

I think it clearly intends to show that women can be badass too. George Miller got his wife to edit the movie for a reason: "A product of Australia's Film School, Margaret Sixel initially turned her husband down, asking, 'why do you want me to do an action film?' George's eyes dance as he repeats his reply triumphantly. 'Because if a guy did it, it would look like every other action movie.'"

But it is at its core just a really badass movie with a woman's touch.

[MOtorboat]

I think it clearly intends to show that women can be badass too. George Miller got his wife to edit the movie for a reason: "A product of Australia's Film School, Margaret Sixel initially turned her husband down, asking, 'why do you want me to do an action film?' George's eyes dance as he repeats his reply triumphantly. 'Because if a guy did it, it would look like every other action movie.'"

But it is at its core just a really badass movie with a woman's touch.

I don't know if that makes it a feminist film. Tom Hardy's character is an even more badass version of Mel Gibson's IMO.

[Buff]

He wasn't there to fight, he was there to SHRED.

If I could give this more than one high five, I would.

[MasterShake]

If I could give this more than one high five, I would.

The only thing I know about that character is that I love him. He spoke to me on a different level than any character in movie history. Through some research I found out his name is the Doof Warrior, and that is all I need to know about him. I want to assume he is still alive and he took all the bodies of the others after the final battle and put them in a big pile and just cremated them all while absolutely killing a guitar solo.

ALL HAIL DOOF WARRIOR!

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[MasterShake]

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[Buff]

Ok this is pretty awesome. There is a product on Amazon that has been taken over by "War Boy" reviews. Its some kind of silver icing spray, similar to the chrome spraypaint they put on their mouths before going to Valhalla:

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Somewhat related - I found this tweet hilarious -


@caldy *Sprays silver paint on mouth* I RIDE FOR VAHALLA, BROTHERS! WITNESS ME! *likes a photo from two years ago on ex's instagram feed*

[chazoe60]

Yea, i saw people do that with Avatar too. People sometimes take movies far to seriously when all it is intended is to be cheap entertainment.

Avatar was a blatant in your face political statement by Cameron, completely different situations IMHO.

[Northman]

Avatar was a blatant in your face political statement by Cameron, completely different situations IMHO.

I never saw Avatar as a political statement personally. You could literally take any movie and try to make more out of it than it initially is but for me i dont go into movies with that thought in mind. Its just entertainment to me.

[MasterShake]

I never saw Avatar as a political statement personally. You could literally take any movie and try to make more out of it than it initially is but for me i dont go into movies with that thought in mind. Its just entertainment to me.

I usually don't see movies in that way either, but Avatar pissed me off with how in your face it was. Haven't seen it since I saw it in the theater and it remains my least favorite of his films. I wish he would do another Terminator, that new one looks like straight to DVD crap.