Mad Max: Fury Road
30/05/15 Filed in: Cinema
I took my car in for service on Wednesday and while we were waiting for it, we went to see Mad Max: Fury Road.
Now I must admit that I didn't have great expectations. I've become a bit disenchanted with crash/bang movies that major on destruction of one sort or another.
I was, however, very pleasantly surprised. Yes, there is a lot of destruction, mainly of vehicles, but this film moves along at a pace that will certainly keep your attention. The story line isn't fantastic, just something to hang on what is basically a car chase movie. The effects are, however, quite amazing. From the depiction of the people in this futuristic view of a post-apocalypse world, to the phenomenal action sequences that sit somewhere between computer generated graphics and mind-blowing stunts. The effect is, however, one of believable reality. It really sets a standard.
Now I must admit that I didn't have great expectations. I've become a bit disenchanted with crash/bang movies that major on destruction of one sort or another.
I was, however, very pleasantly surprised. Yes, there is a lot of destruction, mainly of vehicles, but this film moves along at a pace that will certainly keep your attention. The story line isn't fantastic, just something to hang on what is basically a car chase movie. The effects are, however, quite amazing. From the depiction of the people in this futuristic view of a post-apocalypse world, to the phenomenal action sequences that sit somewhere between computer generated graphics and mind-blowing stunts. The effect is, however, one of believable reality. It really sets a standard.
The reviews have been extremely good - 98% at Rotten Tomatoes. Tom Hardy makes a good if somewhat taciturn Max, while Charlize Theron is really out of the box as Emporator Furiosa. If you think that's a fascinating name, stay for the credits at the end to see the list of imaginative names, some of which you probably won't catch during the movie.
Definitely recommended, and I think we can be pretty sure there will be another sequel.
Definitely recommended, and I think we can be pretty sure there will be another sequel.