"Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga" is a 2024 Australian-American post-apocalyptic action film directed by George Miller. Serving as both a prequel and spin-off to the 2015 film "Mad Max: Fury Road," it delves into the origin story of the formidable warrior Furiosa. Anya Taylor-Joy stars as the titular character, succeeding Charlize Theron, who portrayed Furiosa in "Fury Road." The film also features Chris Hemsworth as the warlord Dementus and Tom Burke as Praetorian Jack.
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The narrative follows young Furiosa as she is abducted from the Green Place of Many Mothers by a biker horde led by Dementus. Traversing the desolate Wasteland, they encounter the Citadel, ruled by Immortan Joe. As Dementus and Immortan Joe vie for dominance, Furiosa endures numerous trials, striving to find her way back home.
"Furiosa" premiered worldwide out of competition at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival. It was released in Australia on May 23, 2024, and in the United States on May 24, 2024. The film received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its emotional depth, action sequences, and Taylor-Joy's performance. However, some noted mixed reactions to Hemsworth's portrayal of Dementus.
For a visual glimpse into the film, you can watch the official trailer here:
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