Mad Max: Fury Road

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RatedRexDec 29, 2015

Mad Max: Fury Road" is not a classical masterpiece like "The Godfather" or "Gone with the Wind". Yet, It is an artistic masterpiece, as well as a wonderful, cinematic achievement. George Miller's direction is about as good as it canMad Max: Fury Road" is not a classical masterpiece like "The Godfather" or "Gone with the Wind". Yet, It is an artistic masterpiece, as well as a wonderful, cinematic achievement. George Miller's direction is about as good as it can possibly get. It seems as if every idea that entered Miller's mind, over the last 30 years, was included in "..Fury Road". Amazingly, it all worked! 9.5 out of 10.… Expand

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THe_NoMaDDec 28, 2015

Predictable and mindless entertainment for the masses. If this film shows one thing, it''s that you no longer need an engaging plot (or any kind of plot for that matter) to be critically acclaimed.

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everlarkislifeDec 27, 2015

Horrible. Grating and annoying. Definitely not my cup of tea if you know what I mean. It was painful to sit through. Action with no substance. One of the worst of the year.

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hearmemeowDec 27, 2015

On a scale where Mad Max is a 7 and Road Warrior is a 9 and Thunderdome is a 5, this is somewhere between a 1 and a question mark. Why??? Why can't we have new stories instead of horribly rehashing the classics with no taste or skill?

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CriviewerDec 26, 2015

It's very well done and very dramatic, great points . Universal acclaim? Yes, it's understandable. But, sadly, I didn't like it. The music of a film is very important to me, most often great movies are backed by great soundtracks (and to aIt's very well done and very dramatic, great points . Universal acclaim? Yes, it's understandable. But, sadly, I didn't like it. The music of a film is very important to me, most often great movies are backed by great soundtracks (and to a large degree they contribute to their success). I'm not a rock fan, so the constant heavy metal was just disgusting.

And the guitar player running around on his mobile rock stage? Silly as **** Stupid and laughable.… Expand

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Mulholland2603Dec 26, 2015

Simply terrible. There isn't a story only special effects. A lot of special effects. This is all. I can't understand so high score. It's simply incredible.

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EludiumQ36Dec 25, 2015

Holy #$%! THAT was an all out orgy of over-amped, apocalyptic, hyper-Road Warrior action! Wow, just wow. With the look of all the characters, machinery, mis-shapen freaks, mechanisms, etc you could've easily mistaken this as being set on anHoly #$%! THAT was an all out orgy of over-amped, apocalyptic, hyper-Road Warrior action! Wow, just wow. With the look of all the characters, machinery, mis-shapen freaks, mechanisms, etc you could've easily mistaken this as being set on an alien world. Absolutely over the top, insane.… Expand

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OrlevDec 23, 2015

best action movie of all time!
when I first saw it - it felt like I'm running a marathon. SO MUCH Adrenalin rushing in your veins... unbelievable. no word can describe this...

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BobboDec 23, 2015

One of those rare post apocalyptic movies that isn't so depressing it makes you contemplate suicide; that isn't unrealistically upbeat; that isn't based on zombies, not saying I don't like zombie stuff; that creates a fictional culture thatOne of those rare post apocalyptic movies that isn't so depressing it makes you contemplate suicide; that isn't unrealistically upbeat; that isn't based on zombies, not saying I don't like zombie stuff; that creates a fictional culture that is believable, not a derivative of current deviant popular culture; that can actually tell a story without Morgan Freemen narrating; that doesn't tell you everything so your imagination can fill in the blanks; that doesn't suck like 98% of the junk Hollywood puts out these days.

My only problem with the plot is the logistics involved with the masses of people at the base of the citadel. Sure they might have water, but what exactly are they eating? Each other? Yuck!… Expand

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ARC1000Dec 21, 2015

Great film made by a true Artist. Unlike the Force Awakens which deserves all the scorn, ridicule we can shower upon it. Is there no Justice in this World?

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AWassermanDec 20, 2015

Not going to lie, I did not give a **** really about this movie, when I heard about this film coming out. When i saw it, I did not think much of it honestly. The performances were great and the action was great some of the time. But I was soNot going to lie, I did not give a **** really about this movie, when I heard about this film coming out. When i saw it, I did not think much of it honestly. The performances were great and the action was great some of the time. But I was so bored 40 minutes into it. There was nothing but action, or that is how it seemed. i never saw the other mad max films so maybe that is why but still, i couldn't have cared less. Not a bad movie in my opinion, but a really boring one, unless you like nonstop action and lack of character.… Expand

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TotallyEpicHDDec 20, 2015

To those who gave this movie a 0, you do know it was almost entirely practical effects, right? Not CGI. This movie is a masterpiece, and shows all other action/Marvel movies that CGI isn't all you need to make an excellent movie. BesidesTo those who gave this movie a 0, you do know it was almost entirely practical effects, right? Not CGI. This movie is a masterpiece, and shows all other action/Marvel movies that CGI isn't all you need to make an excellent movie. Besides that, the story is easy to understand (if you actually listen), and there isn't too many characters to wrap your head around.

George Miller knows how to make a simple but exuberating action flick, and with all these awards, I'm sure I'll see this one at the 2016 Oscars! :)… Expand

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jgzegerDec 19, 2015

I will lay out my bias. I'm not a fan of action movies. I find them mostly to be mindless garbage. Although this film has a philosophical core, it is still 99% action. As such I really did not care for it. However, I will acknowledge that itI will lay out my bias. I'm not a fan of action movies. I find them mostly to be mindless garbage. Although this film has a philosophical core, it is still 99% action. As such I really did not care for it. However, I will acknowledge that it is very imaginative and well-directed with great stunts and cinematography. I'm still glad that I watched it to see what others are talking about, but if you hate action movies like me, you probably won't like it either. A 6 is the best I could do.… Expand

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TLHGDec 16, 2015

An authentic action movie! No attempt to develop unnecessary drama, o attempt to build anything on the actors, no attempt to make a unnecessarily sophisticated plot. This movie delivers extremely well crafted intense action with extravagantAn authentic action movie! No attempt to develop unnecessary drama, o attempt to build anything on the actors, no attempt to make a unnecessarily sophisticated plot. This movie delivers extremely well crafted intense action with extravagant (but far from ridiculous) visuals. If it were a concert, it would be like Rammstein. If it were a book, it would be like... well, it would be a three pages book that would require a lot of imagination from the reader... There's only as much character development and plot detailing as necessary.… Expand

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TributeManDec 13, 2015

Mad Max: Fury Master-piece.

Film widziałem już ponad 4 razy i za każdym razem jestem tak samo zachwycony. Praca jaką włożono w ten film jest niesamowita. Z czystym sumieniem mogę polecić każdemu fanowi filmów akcji.

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nathanoddiDec 12, 2015

Who would have thought that the the third sequel in a franchise would end up being the best one? Fury Road is that extremely rare example of a movie that blew expectations away wholly. I'll admit that I wasn't expecting too much from this,Who would have thought that the the third sequel in a franchise would end up being the best one? Fury Road is that extremely rare example of a movie that blew expectations away wholly. I'll admit that I wasn't expecting too much from this, as the trailers made it seem like just another brain-dead action film; in my defense a thousand dumb as hell action movies come out every year, and the fact that this was a reboot didn't help mitigate that assumption. But I could not have been more wrong. An action film with an emphasis on practical effects, great acting, writing, directing, and an actual message is about as rare on Earth as kryptonite. This movie is gorgeous visually (definitely watch it on the best quality TV possible), but the sound is on a whole other level; seriously, listen to this on a high-quality surround sound setup and prepare to be blown away. I don't want to spoil anything, but there is one scene in the movie that takes place in a sandstorm; this is one of the greatest moments of cinema I have ever had the fortune of experiencing. It is a perfect marriage of visuals and sound and is a feast for the senses; buy this movie for that one scene alone, but enjoy the rest of the movie as well, because it is amazing. It is filmed mainly as one long chase, and it is pedal to the metal fast right from the get-go. Fast is the only speed this film knows. Anyway, this film has gotten massive critical acclaim and definitely deserves some award recognition in the coming months (even though the likeliness of anything like the Academy recognizing it is akin to Hitler still being alive). It is far and away the best film I've seen this year, and I can only hope that its future sequels, which are already in early development, are worthy of this masterpiece of sight and sound. If I had only one word to describe this movie, it would be "insane"; not in a bad way, but in the "you have no Idea what's going to happen next" way, and that's exactly what I want from art.… Expand

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ProsmoothDec 10, 2015

This is a 10 for anyone who loves a good action movie. It's a 15 for anyone who actually knows anything about the art of cinema and how the sausage is made. What George Miller has done here is extraordinary. This wasn't easy, folks--and itThis is a 10 for anyone who loves a good action movie. It's a 15 for anyone who actually knows anything about the art of cinema and how the sausage is made. What George Miller has done here is extraordinary. This wasn't easy, folks--and it will be a decade or more before we see another filmmaker like this at the peak of his powers. Just a stunning, tremendous movie.… Expand

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moviescriticnetDec 8, 2015

This remake of classic B-movie Mad Max (1979) [the movie that made Mel Gibson a star in one day], is George Miller's attempt to re-film the first (and best known) film of his career with a budget a thousand times bigger than the one availableThis remake of classic B-movie Mad Max (1979) [the movie that made Mel Gibson a star in one day], is George Miller's attempt to re-film the first (and best known) film of his career with a budget a thousand times bigger than the one available in 1979.
The result is visually impressive. Absolutely grotesque good and bad heroes fight for gas in a post-apocalyptic future society in a movie that can only be described as post-modern and cyberpunk. The exhilarating action is so intense that even the rotten tomatoes critic got curried away and gave it an almost perfect score (97%). Tom Hardy (known for Inception and The Dark Knight Rises) has become the next big thing in Hollywood due to this remake. Charlize Theron (an absolutely top actress overall) is simply great in the post-feminist role of Imperator Furlosa. Nevertheless, as one might expect, the fight for gas idea, which was original, innovative and to the point in 1979, has not aged very well and seems quite ridiculous today. Still, the movie is top notch as an action film with some very funny moments and you will remember it for some time, not for it's non-existent deeper meanings but for it's overambitious and grotesque cyberpunk environment.… Expand

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gdiego135Dec 4, 2015

It's really weird and i have no idea what the hell is going on. Still an alright movie, but even when i search up what happened in this world im still confused. I tried watching the first one and just got bored, then i watched the 2nd one andIt's really weird and i have no idea what the hell is going on. Still an alright movie, but even when i search up what happened in this world im still confused. I tried watching the first one and just got bored, then i watched the 2nd one and it was weird the whole way. the main protagonist hardly talks so you can't have any real feelings for this guy, i guess this movie just isn't for me.… Expand

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Xan_RyilDec 3, 2015

An instant classic, not merely a cult one but universal. There is no department where this movie is less then superb. Starting with haunting interior, make-up and characters soon on the shoulders of furiosa it enters into a new direction ofAn instant classic, not merely a cult one but universal. There is no department where this movie is less then superb. Starting with haunting interior, make-up and characters soon on the shoulders of furiosa it enters into a new direction of astonishing graphics, story and deadly action which not only drop your jaw but make you forget to breath. Action sequence are as amazing as never before. Acting from top to bottom is to be praised and from top I mean Theron. Though named as Mad Max, but this is Furiosa's story and movie belongs to Charlize Theron. She gives another Oscar worthy performance. Tom hardy is good in his role and portrays the complication character needs. Nicholas hault is good too. Who really surprised was Rosie Hutington whiteley, she might have given her best to the screen.
In the end the real crown goes to George Miller who brought this unique thrilling adventure to the screen.… Expand

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CineAutoctonoDec 2, 2015

Mad Max: Fury Road , was actually one of the best movies of this year and one of my favorites, you know why ?.
R = A great script , stunning action sequences and explosions, and the good he did Tom Hardy , the best actor of the year declaredMad Max: Fury Road , was actually one of the best movies of this year and one of my favorites, you know why ?.
R = A great script , stunning action sequences and explosions, and the good he did Tom Hardy , the best actor of the year declared by me, and all in all, this year, with this great movie , if we We returned all mad , and I also , wait for this movie mad , mad to see her, and mad to feel , definitely , " The Masterpiece of George Miller" .… Expand

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AnnatarYoungDec 2, 2015

It's quite sad that in the modern world, we look at practical effects and tricks as a rare stroke of brilliance. In many ways, I feel Mad Max's success is owed in part due to the nature of modern film making, where extensive and oftenIt's quite sad that in the modern world, we look at practical effects and tricks as a rare stroke of brilliance. In many ways, I feel Mad Max's success is owed in part due to the nature of modern film making, where extensive and often unnecessary CGI has become the norm.

Still, Mad Max: Fury Road delivers a pretty solid offering if you're after an action Blockbuster that's packed wall-to-wall with inspired visuals, creativity, and heart-pounding action.

Their may as well be no script at all for this film as any small amount of dialogue that is offered is about as cryptic as a parable without any context.

This along, with some of the terms and design choices utilized in the film, may make certain elements of Mad Max: Fury Road familiar to fans of Warhammer 40,000. The Warboys themselves do have a certain Ork-like aesthetic to them and their zealotry and fanatical devotion to Immortan Joe does in many ways mirror the Imperium's veneration for the God Emperor.

Max himself plays practically no part in this film short of getting chained to things and spending nearly all his time in some sort of mask or simply grunting or pointing or looking at things. However, many of the other characters in this film, such as Furiosa or Nux or Immortan Joe, do pull you in enough in their own cryptic way for you to at least care about them slightly.

All in all, I was suitably impressed with this film. The dialogue was a little too pretentious and cryptic for my liking and the whole thing stunk of Warhammer 40,000 but you know what, I'm a 40K fan so have at it!… Expand

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dijavantewowDec 1, 2015

This is the best action movie (maybe even best movie) of 2015. What makes this movie even better is that you don't have to have seen or remembered the first Mad Max movies to love and appreciate this one. The plot is great, the characters areThis is the best action movie (maybe even best movie) of 2015. What makes this movie even better is that you don't have to have seen or remembered the first Mad Max movies to love and appreciate this one. The plot is great, the characters are interesting, and the visuals are stunning. This was easily my favorite movie this year.… Expand

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SoSayWeAllNov 28, 2015

What a disappointment. It's a very conceited movie which relies mostly on shaky camera, and syncopated editing. Because as for the action, it's just vehicles driving on a straight line for 2 hours surrounded with CGI.
Dialogues try to reachWhat a disappointment. It's a very conceited movie which relies mostly on shaky camera, and syncopated editing. Because as for the action, it's just vehicles driving on a straight line for 2 hours surrounded with CGI.
Dialogues try to reach a style, at one or two occasions, they succeed, but only to fail you 98 % of the rest of the time. This movie has laziness written all over, symptoms of our times... make non stop stupid action with stupid non surprising plot with a camera having a stroke and people will love it... I gave 1 point because at times, the photography was nice.
On a side note, the movie crew badly damaged very sensitive parts of the Namibian desert.… Expand

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dalton_brewsterNov 27, 2015

Oh What A Review! What A Lovely Review!! By: Dalton Brewster

Mad Max: Fury Road is the one film I can say is literally perfection in film. In this age/ era of film that we live in we rely so much on our EVER WOWING CGI. When it (CGI) isOh What A Review! What A Lovely Review!! By: Dalton Brewster

Mad Max: Fury Road is the one film I can say is literally perfection in film. In this age/ era of film that we live in we rely so much on our EVER WOWING CGI. When it (CGI) is done so much we don't realize how much we as an just **** love seeing, something that this movie does which is what should happen more often is stick to good stunts and little CGI. Was this film filled with a bit of CGI? Hell yes. but they don't rely on it so much where we have to see it in every **** action sequence. The other thing i will give so much praise for is how much every action (or choice) effects the story in a brilliant way. Yeah you're probably think well a great bunch of movies well almost every movie does that but this, this opus is different. Think of it like this... It is a road runner cartoon. Every choice or action made gives our characters and the story so much more in description. Even if you don't figure our what are the people doing on stilts, or a man who just plays this badass **** guitar and has a whole car/ truck dedicated to that. I mean that is another part of the geniusness of this flick. They don't need to tell you. You just see it and think damn that is just awesome, which it is.… Expand

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BibbitibobNov 22, 2015

Me and a friend trudged into a wet, miserable Cardiff on its release to see Fury Road. A solid script, fantastic performances, a beautifully ugly world, edge-of-your-seat thrills, and a perfect soundtrack are what brought us back anMe and a friend trudged into a wet, miserable Cardiff on its release to see Fury Road. A solid script, fantastic performances, a beautifully ugly world, edge-of-your-seat thrills, and a perfect soundtrack are what brought us back an additional two times in its opening week alone. What a lovely day, indeed - who knows when they'll make an action film as shiny as this again?… Expand

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mrmonsterNov 21, 2015

As a whole, this movie was fantastic. The only reason i don't give it a perfect ten is because it think the story could have been richer and more thrilling. But the action, man, the action was pure adrenaline.

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RazerNNov 21, 2015

OMG, just sitting through the worst excuse for a movie in years. It is so bad that I was hoping it was nearly over and realised it was only halfway through. It's just regurgitation after regurgitation of the same thing every 20 minutes.OMG, just sitting through the worst excuse for a movie in years. It is so bad that I was hoping it was nearly over and realised it was only halfway through. It's just regurgitation after regurgitation of the same thing every 20 minutes.

Awful boring script, cliche after cliche, nothing original from first minute to last. Did they really just film over an hour or movie in exactly the same setting, a truck....I am so glad I did not waste my money in the cinema but feel ripped off paying for the rental.

Should never have been labelled Mad Max. Boring weak character, nothing like the original.

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AlmostearlyNov 19, 2015

The type of film that you watch over and over again for how good the action pieces are made and make you say "how the hell did they shot that". Mad Max Fury Road is considered the best action movie ever made since it focuses on the actionThe type of film that you watch over and over again for how good the action pieces are made and make you say "how the hell did they shot that". Mad Max Fury Road is considered the best action movie ever made since it focuses on the action more the actual story. The plot is simple and short but it doesn't mean that you will have a bad experience with this film. It means that they want to show the audience what this movie is good at, and that is ass kicking in your face!!!!… Expand

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vancityboyNov 18, 2015

I made an account simply for this movie. It is off the charts insane and perfectly mad. I love the simplicity and lack of CG. The vehicles are intimidating, the makeup is dramatic and the maddness of the characters is inspiring. The most funI made an account simply for this movie. It is off the charts insane and perfectly mad. I love the simplicity and lack of CG. The vehicles are intimidating, the makeup is dramatic and the maddness of the characters is inspiring. The most fun i've had with a movie in years. If you have a heartbeat and enjoy a crazy thrill ride, look no further. Best action movie from start to finish. Period.… Expand

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LordDoranNov 16, 2015

Not much to say really, other than it was a really fun film.

Con: The story wasn't very clear, and the lack of dialogue made it harder to figure out the plot, (seriously if you really break it down, so little is said. Not a bad thingNot much to say really, other than it was a really fun film.

Con:
The story wasn't very clear, and the lack of dialogue made it harder to figure out the plot, (seriously if you really break it down, so little is said. Not a bad thing though).

Pro:
With the lack of dialogue, it really brings out the emphasis on the action. Each scene is beautifully crafted and executed beautifully. Each action scene puts you on the edge of your seat, and the cast play all of their roles perfectly. It has also peaked my interest, pushing me to buy the original trilogy with Mel Gibson, to see how different the 2 films are.

If you are going to watch this film, do it on a big screen. You are able to appreciate each scene and the action that comes with it in so much greater detail.… Expand

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nHeat87Nov 15, 2015

Heavy on "style", low on story, character and dialog. It's one of those movies that at some point, you decide you're going to continue watching even though something inside you tells you it's a waste of time.

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DeJackyNov 12, 2015

This movie is the biggest waste of time and a disgrace to the original series. I can't understand how the rating of the majority of the "professionals" can give this movie 90+ ratings. This is a mindless cgi driven piece of crap with sub subThis movie is the biggest waste of time and a disgrace to the original series. I can't understand how the rating of the majority of the "professionals" can give this movie 90+ ratings. This is a mindless cgi driven piece of crap with sub sub sub par acting and it completely misses an explanation for anything that occurs in the movie. And to top this off it last for 2 fricking hours!!!! There isn't even any character development at all! Garbage first class… Expand

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acaiberryNov 8, 2015

this is actually between a 75-80 for me and although it was truly unique I didn't actually fall in love with this movie.
This is just a review and I think people shouldn't think too much about what one person has to say and just watchthis is actually between a 75-80 for me and although it was truly unique I didn't actually fall in love with this movie.
This is just a review and I think people shouldn't think too much about what one person has to say and just watch something for themselves.

Pros:
Action was unique
Intense cinematoraphy and special effects
costume design
thematic elements

Cons:
One loonnnnng car ride and conversation isnt really a big thing here.
Lack of a great plot
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nanancayNov 6, 2015

The best action movie. The cinematography was BEAUTIFUL, and I'm obsessed with the V8 sign. Jesus Christ this movie was AMAZING. Different locations were cast in different lights, and the whole franchise and the world that's created is such aThe best action movie. The cinematography was BEAUTIFUL, and I'm obsessed with the V8 sign. Jesus Christ this movie was AMAZING. Different locations were cast in different lights, and the whole franchise and the world that's created is such a different view of regular dystopian movies. I love the fact that the movie is so unbelievable - I even thought Immortan Joe's armour was ridiculous and counter intuitive, but the idea that this movie is supposed to be a dystopian FUTURE of our current world, paired with how ridiculous everything is just makes everything more exciting. This isn't an alternate universe, this is supposed to be a future, and it's a refreshing take on every other neo futuristic city that exists in the movie world.… Expand

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gullaNov 4, 2015

Loved this movie. I had to see it twice in one week. A lovely use of time. If you love action, sand and non stop breathtaking pictures. I just bought it and looked at it in 3 d. Even better!!
If you only should look at one action film beforeLoved this movie. I had to see it twice in one week. A lovely use of time. If you love action, sand and non stop breathtaking pictures. I just bought it and looked at it in 3 d. Even better!!
If you only should look at one action film before end of this year I would recommend this to you.
Close to 2,5 hours - but it is worth it.… Expand

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MouthofSauronNov 3, 2015

'Mad Max: Fury Road' is a breath of fresh air. You'll be on the edge of your seat the whole two hours. This film is fueled by sheer adrenaline. The setting is fantastic, the costumes and settings well-crafted, and the chase scene (which,'Mad Max: Fury Road' is a breath of fresh air. You'll be on the edge of your seat the whole two hours. This film is fueled by sheer adrenaline. The setting is fantastic, the costumes and settings well-crafted, and the chase scene (which, essentially, lasts the whole film) is unlike anything ever filmed. The sense of peril is palpable. The characters are not necessarily complex, but they don't need to be. What we have here is a feast for the eyes and ears. Anyone who enjoys action adventure films will love this.… Expand

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FilmQueenOct 30, 2015

This film is seriously overrated. I understand that people enjoyed the action scenes, I enjoyed them too, there are some very cool scenes in this movie. The character of Furiosa is cool as well. However the plot is bad, I knew what they areThis film is seriously overrated. I understand that people enjoyed the action scenes, I enjoyed them too, there are some very cool scenes in this movie. The character of Furiosa is cool as well. However the plot is bad, I knew what they are gonna find at the end of their road ,it was predictable. The whole movie is just a long car ride and I was bored. Good action scenes are no excuse for the lack of story.… Expand

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StatlerWaldorfOct 27, 2015

Oh **** Mad Max: Fury Road. That’s a good place to end, but no, just like George Miller we are plowing through to the bitter end. I watched somebody watch this on the little screen they stick on the back of airplane seats for long, cheapOh **** Mad Max: Fury Road. That’s a good place to end, but no, just like George Miller we are plowing through to the bitter end. I watched somebody watch this on the little screen they stick on the back of airplane seats for long, cheap international flights. What the hell? Are you reliving the storyline so you can untangle some of the more complicated plot points (oh, that scene had 37 explosions, 2 were very subtle)? Are you soaking in all that rich character development (yes there is some, but stop acting like that’s revolutionary just because it’s better than would have been bad)? Did you accidentally see Confessions of a Shopaholic and just immediately need to burn the experience out of your veins? No, fellow traveler, you probably just love it so much that you would watch it on a **** if Apple would only let you, basking in the memory of all that blistering sight and sound while squinting against the glare on the morning train. I grew up with Mad Max. I wore out my bootleg Road Warrior tape when I got chicken pox. This is a different Mad Max in nearly every way, but it’s also a better one. I take it as a reboot. That makes things cleaner. There is maybe a 5% chance a sequel will be half as good or more than this new original—so revel in it while you can. And if you meet someone who doesn’t like it, don’t get on their case. They are weak, they have a condition, they don’t have the constitution for your impression of a War Rig.… Expand

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Bruce722Oct 24, 2015

Mad Max: Fury Road was far from a perfect film but it was much more enjoyable than I anticipated. It was exciting, the acting was great, the story (yes, unlike what you've been told there's actually a story) was captivating and, while notMad Max: Fury Road was far from a perfect film but it was much more enjoyable than I anticipated. It was exciting, the acting was great, the story (yes, unlike what you've been told there's actually a story) was captivating and, while not really all that original, it felt fresh and unique in how it was told. Overall, this was very entertaining and I look forward to future installments. The negatives were that Charlize Theron has way too large of a role. Even in the trailer and promotional posters, she's clearly the star. Does this hurt the film? Not necessarily but it feels unnecessary. The story should've focused more on Max. We got almost no backstory for his character whatsoever and he maybe speaks a dozen lines. The other element that was a weak point was that some of the scenes were a bit too ridiculous. I expect some of it but not to the extent where you have a guy standing on top of a vehicle traveling at high speeds through the desert while playing an electric guitar with flames coming out of the tip. Yeah, that happens.… Expand

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Jonte_V19Oct 23, 2015

Today Hollywood is all about making reboots or unnecessary sequels and you wood think the same about this movie before you watch it. But that is not the case when it comes to George Miller's sequel to the classic Mad Max movies. Mad Max: FuryToday Hollywood is all about making reboots or unnecessary sequels and you wood think the same about this movie before you watch it. But that is not the case when it comes to George Miller's sequel to the classic Mad Max movies. Mad Max: Fury Road is a great film with amazing filming and an interesting story. And i would say that it is the best Mad Max movie so far. Looking forward to the new movie comming son.… Expand

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Trev29Oct 18, 2015

One of the most overrated movies ever. On a technical level it is impressive, however, the story and characters are so thin. The action is great for about 10 minutes and then it becomes uninteresting. The movie had its moments, but in the endOne of the most overrated movies ever. On a technical level it is impressive, however, the story and characters are so thin. The action is great for about 10 minutes and then it becomes uninteresting. The movie had its moments, but in the end I can't possibly understand why everyone seems to love it.… Expand

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raciocinioOct 17, 2015

A new and inovative Masterpiece of cinema,action,perfection.... Even good as The Road Warrior (1981) FU* the posers Mad Max fans that only have eyes for Road Warrior 1981 i LOVE ROAD WARRIOR 81 but wtf of shi* of comment is "Great is RoadA new and inovative Masterpiece of cinema,action,perfection.... Even good as The Road Warrior (1981) FU* the posers Mad Max fans that only have eyes for Road Warrior 1981 i LOVE ROAD WARRIOR 81 but wtf of shi* of comment is "Great is Road Warrio the Fury Road was a feminist propaganda" wtf!!! that commentary idiot and empty.… Expand

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Zanessa250QIOct 15, 2015

After 30 years without one drop of Mad Max World,30 years later the last one Mad Max 3: Beyond Thunderdome (1985) that i yet watched come Mad Max 4: Fury Road (2015), many say that Fury Road, don't have Character development,dialogues,plotAfter 30 years without one drop of Mad Max World,30 years later the last one Mad Max 3: Beyond Thunderdome (1985) that i yet watched come Mad Max 4: Fury Road (2015), many say that Fury Road, don't have Character development,dialogues,plot and basically the only one that has is the dialogue but very little dialogues. F**K Fury Road don't need anything from this to be ONE OF MOST ENJOYABLE,AMAZING,PERFECT MOVIE NOT ONLY IN ACTION BUT THE MOVIE ITSELF EVERYTHING HERE IS FUC*ING EPIC!!!!!!!!!!! AND MORE FUC* THE IDIOTS THAT ONLY HAVE EYES TO Road Warrior (1981) AND REMAIN CRITICIZING THE Fury Road (2015), SAYING THAT IS **** A PROPAGANDA FEMINIST **** YOU ALL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! AND MORE I LOVE ROAD WARRIOR (1981)… Expand

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CrazyFilmLoverOct 13, 2015

It's wickedly original; as a member of the action genre, the post-apocalyptic sub-genre and the "Punk Western". It may not be a masterpiece, as the hype train might suggest, but it's a genuinely good movie. Mad Max is rich (maybe too much atIt's wickedly original; as a member of the action genre, the post-apocalyptic sub-genre and the "Punk Western". It may not be a masterpiece, as the hype train might suggest, but it's a genuinely good movie. Mad Max is rich (maybe too much at certain times) in colour and style, thoughtful, well-acted and loaded with great characters who have proper character arcs. Did I mention the bombastic, almost non-stop, but engaging action sequences?
It is in the absolute top range of action movies and the best movie of the 2015 summer season (I watched it more recently though on DVD, after months of avoiding information and opinions regarding it).

PS. It's probably a 9, 9-point-something but I've given it 10 as a faint attempt to pull up its score.… Expand

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SicknessIncOct 12, 2015

Well, what can I say/write? This film is absolutely amazing. It is one of the best movies I have ever seen and by a long shot the best action movie this year! It starts off with a bang and ends with one, too. Hardy is great. Theron is great.Well, what can I say/write? This film is absolutely amazing. It is one of the best movies I have ever seen and by a long shot the best action movie this year! It starts off with a bang and ends with one, too. Hardy is great. Theron is great. I don't know where to start or what all to write. So I'll just write this: A MUST-WATCH FOR ANY ACTION MOVIE FAN. BAM!!!!… Expand

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ZybaneOct 9, 2015

This movie as of this writing has an 89 on Metacritic? Is this a joke? This is one of the most stupid, annoying movies I've ever seen. I wouldn't even know where to begin...

They might as well have made this movie a cartoon with how sillyThis movie as of this writing has an 89 on Metacritic? Is this a joke? This is one of the most stupid, annoying movies I've ever seen. I wouldn't even know where to begin...

They might as well have made this movie a cartoon with how silly it is. I'll just end with; anyone who likes this movie is a moron.… Expand

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mtg837Oct 7, 2015

It's hard to imagine a better conflation of all the best elements of Max. From the deranged world of post apocalyptic death metal to the stoic survivor in Max to Furiosa and her own brand of anguished awesome, Mad Max: Fury Road is exactlyIt's hard to imagine a better conflation of all the best elements of Max. From the deranged world of post apocalyptic death metal to the stoic survivor in Max to Furiosa and her own brand of anguished awesome, Mad Max: Fury Road is exactly what it advertises itself to be: one hell of a ride.
I won't spoil it with a lengthy review, but I will say this: the story telling in "Max" is actually superb. Instead of long, boring exposition (characters pouring their hearts out over how/why they want their revenge, blah blah blah, plot device, blah blah) the story is told through the actions of the characters. Film being a visual medium, this is one of the best examples of visual story telling you will ever see.… Expand

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jesseurbancsikOct 5, 2015

The visuals in this Mad Max film are phenomenal along with the story lines and powerhouse performances by Theron and Hardy. Highly recommend, even if you have not seen the other Mad Max films.

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OzyOct 4, 2015

Not sure why i came across articles on the net deeming Mad Max Fury Road a Feminists movie for the Feminazi movement. Didn't notice anything feminist about it. It is action packed and fits right in to the Mad Max franchise. To put it plainlyNot sure why i came across articles on the net deeming Mad Max Fury Road a Feminists movie for the Feminazi movement. Didn't notice anything feminist about it. It is action packed and fits right in to the Mad Max franchise. To put it plainly - i enjoyed it from start to end. Had high expectations and felt it delivered.… Expand

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riaan_radioheadOct 2, 2015

Mad Max:Fury Road is the OK Computer of films. This is the work of an insanely visionary genius. Over time, in terms of film making, 'Fury Road' may prove to be as relevant as Coppola's epic "Apocalypse Now"

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maxim98Oct 1, 2015

Best cinema experience I've had since..... since the last time I saw guitars that shoot flames. Which FYI, was when watching Mad Max: Fury Road. It's absolutely awesome.

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LittleCutieSep 30, 2015

A summer Blockbuster by every angle. This is a real action popcorn flick. Plus, the outstanding camerawork, the thrilling action sequences and spellbinding direction from George Miller. I repect him for this. Plus, Max and Furiosa, not toA summer Blockbuster by every angle. This is a real action popcorn flick. Plus, the outstanding camerawork, the thrilling action sequences and spellbinding direction from George Miller. I repect him for this. Plus, Max and Furiosa, not to forget the gun-totting wives and the women gang from Furiosa's birthplace. Means the cast was outstanding. I love this film.… Expand

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TheQuietGamerSep 29, 2015

Miller gives us a crazy take on the post-apocalyptic world. His vision is twisted, violent, and at times quite humorous. It's a very stylistic film. Unfortunately I couldn't find too much substance backing it up.

The story and charactersMiller gives us a crazy take on the post-apocalyptic world. His vision is twisted, violent, and at times quite humorous. It's a very stylistic film. Unfortunately I couldn't find too much substance backing it up.

The story and characters are rather shallow. Both just serve as vehicle for the action while giving us something and some people to root for. That's wouldn't really be too much of a bad thing had it delivered a little bit more in that department. Miller certainly does has a particular flair to his action scenes, but they are far from the mind-blowing spectacles so many would have us believe. What we get here is mildly entertaining at best.

The world this movie inhabits has a certain hideous beauty to it. It's just a shame it isn't filled with much compelling content. Performances are solid, but these actors aren't playing fleshed out characters and they aren't really given much to say. The story is a simple set up for big action-packed spectacle that never arrives. What we get is a mildly entertaining but ultimately disappointing action flick that doesn't deliver much. It's a case of a lot of flash and not much bang. It's not as "mad" as we were led to believe.… Expand

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ShakavibesSep 28, 2015

Enthralling and Beautiful. This movie sets a record for die hard action movies with its non stop pumping of adrenaline right through this masterpiece.

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christefan26Sep 25, 2015

For all the people that gave this a bad review, remember to turn on your brain and your sensations before criticizing a film this well made. Probably the best ever made in the action genre, great performances, deep characters revealed in filmFor all the people that gave this a bad review, remember to turn on your brain and your sensations before criticizing a film this well made. Probably the best ever made in the action genre, great performances, deep characters revealed in film rather than dialog,something that breaks and rewrites many given 'rules' of film making,restores 'real stunts' instead of massive CGI… Expand

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BigMike71Sep 23, 2015

When I started watching this movie I thought. Oh no, another waste of money. But once I got into the movie I really couldn't take my eyes off it. Some action movies try a cheesy attempt at dialogue, Sharknado for example. But this movieWhen I started watching this movie I thought. Oh no, another waste of money. But once I got into the movie I really couldn't take my eyes off it. Some action movies try a cheesy attempt at dialogue, Sharknado for example. But this movie doesn't waste time and when the movie does have dialogue it is impact-ful. Nicholas Hoult was a welcome edition, I did not know it was him until about an hour into the movie. There are some parts of this movie where I just died laughing but overall this is one of the better action movies I have ever seen. the only one that is better is Aliens.… Expand

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ScarySquirrelSep 21, 2015

I can't believe so many people liked this film, or perhaps I'm just missing the point. 90% of the film was a ridiculous car chase, and whilst I like a bit of action, most of this just seemed pointless. Where was everyone going? Why was thereI can't believe so many people liked this film, or perhaps I'm just missing the point. 90% of the film was a ridiculous car chase, and whilst I like a bit of action, most of this just seemed pointless. Where was everyone going? Why was there someone stuck to some rubber bands playing heavy metal music on a guitar? It was just ridiculous.

The lack of story or character development made the film incredibly boring to watch. The classic Mad Max films were so much better than this drivel.… Expand

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PiglorSep 19, 2015

I don't want to spoil anything, but Fury Road may be one of the best movies I have ever had the pleasure of seeing, ever. Mad Max blazed a war-path across the media, putting all the bland, pandering, paint-by-the-numbers action movies to shame.

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WillColeSep 19, 2015

Mad Max: Fury Road has been said to be one of the best action films ever made, and this is very true. Hardy, Theron, Hoult and Keays-Byrne make a fantastic ensemble cast and the thing that makes this film so good is they stick to a simpleMad Max: Fury Road has been said to be one of the best action films ever made, and this is very true. Hardy, Theron, Hoult and Keays-Byrne make a fantastic ensemble cast and the thing that makes this film so good is they stick to a simple plot. Meaning they can completely focus on making the brilliant action scenes that are executed amazingly. This film is a must watch!… Expand

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adamjneveSep 14, 2015

Have you ever seen a chase scene in an action movie and thought to yourself, 'WOW! I really wish this chase scene could be two hours long!' If so, Mad Max: Fury Road is your kind of movie. If you feel that character, plot, and emotionalHave you ever seen a chase scene in an action movie and thought to yourself, 'WOW! I really wish this chase scene could be two hours long!' If so, Mad Max: Fury Road is your kind of movie. If you feel that character, plot, and emotional resonance are for sissies, then this is also a movie tailor-made for your tastes. If the thought of Michael Bay directing a mashup of Fast & Furious/Waterworld makes your sphincter tighten in anticipation, then you, my friend, have found home.

Despite some pretty impressively imagined nonsensical post-apocalyptic evil (women being milked for sustenance, breeding harems, deformed peasants withering away in the desert) and ridiculous metalhead spank bank fantasies (flamethrower guitar mutant strapped to amps strapped to a car, I'm lookin' at you) this movie is pretty uninspired.

It does, however, have fantastic camera work in some places. Certain shots are beautifully composed, ranging from "hey that was neat," to "oh wow." There is a certain black/white purple/blue night scene that is particularly beautiful. But it isn't enough to save this wreck of a movie. It gets a 5 for me because of the visual aesthetic, which would have earned a 10 if they had tried to put just a little bit of meat on the bone they dangled in front of us.… Expand

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ViolettSep 14, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is the second movie from maybe hundreds I don't agree user reviews with. This was great movie, really? I was so disappointed, this is so much worse than original Mad Max movies. The story has NUMEROUS holes, how in the world they could survive after they got shot thousands and thousands bullets? They were thrown grenades at, they were fired bolts, and they even didn't get hurt. Two people killed hundreds, they must be Batman and Catwoman with nine lives. The end is most absurd - they have same group of blood, how surprisingly! And of course army of crazed monsters just let them to take the citadel, lol. I regret I watched this.… Expand

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TimmoteSep 13, 2015

The best movie I have seen in a long time. Was entertained from start to finish. It is going to be hard for any action movie to top this. Do not usually have any desire to rematch a movie a second time, but this one is an exception.

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SirLouenSep 13, 2015

Its not bad , since it is pretty entertaining, the problem is that it has no plot, basically driving half desert to decide after all to go back and beating a horde pointlessly (with a group of elder women). People hated waterworld, and theyIts not bad , since it is pretty entertaining, the problem is that it has no plot, basically driving half desert to decide after all to go back and beating a horde pointlessly (with a group of elder women). People hated waterworld, and they find this ridicously great. I'm not a great fan of waterworld, but I feel most of the viewers like it that much because they were preconditioned to the mainstream critics.… Expand

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NRNSWSep 13, 2015

The production values are high, and it is a reasonably engaging film for the 2 hours that it goes for.. There is hardly any dialogue (and if there was a script, it seems most of the spoken parts have been edited).

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Youngybhoy1988Sep 11, 2015

Plot and characters are very basic but this movie is all about the action, looks beautiful, sounds great, awesome characters and vehicles, not everyones cup of tea since its essentially a 2 hour long car chase but if you like action youPlot and characters are very basic but this movie is all about the action, looks beautiful, sounds great, awesome characters and vehicles, not everyones cup of tea since its essentially a 2 hour long car chase but if you like action you should love this, great to see a movie that relies more on practical effects instead of cgi, some people complained that max is almost a secondary character in this movie which is kinda true but furiosa is so cool I don't really see why it matters… Expand

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skeleton56Sep 11, 2015

It is one of the worst movies i have seen!It's just made of boom babax gun fire, killing people.Nothing more just nonsense created to make sales on people.No story,No characters!

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Redwarrior1upSep 11, 2015

One of the best action movies I've seen in years, I love George's suspense and almost every shot seeks to further the movie's amazing thrill ride of one giant 120minute masterpiece.

Only thing I would've liked is more expansion into theOne of the best action movies I've seen in years, I love George's suspense and almost every shot seeks to further the movie's amazing thrill ride of one giant 120minute masterpiece.

Only thing I would've liked is more expansion into the characters especially Furiosa and the wives.… Expand

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marc5477Sep 10, 2015

Wow I cannot believe the user score on this... maybe I missed something but the movie was boring. The special effects and action was great and who doesn't love a post apocalypse setting? But this movie suffers from very boring characters whoWow I cannot believe the user score on this... maybe I missed something but the movie was boring. The special effects and action was great and who doesn't love a post apocalypse setting? But this movie suffers from very boring characters who were both uninteresting and poorly developed. I never cared for the Max himself, in fact, I rank the old movies as average or below, but the other characters were very 1 dimensional and I just didnt care what happens one way or another. The movie reminded me of Transformers, lots of pointless action and no heart (just replace cgi with live action). Overall, I would never watch this movie again so its slightly below average to me (remember, 5 is mathematically average on Metacritic).… Expand

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WJSSep 9, 2015

Spectacular! This may be one of the best sci-fi action adventure films I've seen in some time. It has a great cast, amazing production design and make-up effects and a great story line that's very well directed by George Miller. Even if youSpectacular! This may be one of the best sci-fi action adventure films I've seen in some time. It has a great cast, amazing production design and make-up effects and a great story line that's very well directed by George Miller. Even if you haven't seen the other Mad Max films, you can follow along with this one just fine. Its great high energy, high octane entertainment.… Expand

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Fabricionet232Sep 9, 2015

Mad Max Fury Road is the best film of 2015, and maybe even the best action film of the decade so far. Tom Hardy and Charlize Theron both do great as Max and Furiosa, the protagonists. Although Mel Gibson was perfect as Max, he isn't missedMad Max Fury Road is the best film of 2015, and maybe even the best action film of the decade so far. Tom Hardy and Charlize Theron both do great as Max and Furiosa, the protagonists. Although Mel Gibson was perfect as Max, he isn't missed here cos' Hardy is spot-on. Inmortan Joe makes for a great villain and is actually developed, unlike recent action films like Avengers: Age of Ultron or Ant-Man (The latter one was great, though). The film is brillantly directed by George Miller, who also wrote the script. The pacing is great.
Really surprised by this one, it's already on Blu-Ray, so buy it or rent it, and enjoy!… Expand

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EMGCSep 9, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Good Guys: So here's the plan. We're going to face them head on, instead of going around, even though it would be infinitely easier to go around. Then, we'll take over the city and not worry at all about the hundreds of still-living bad guys that are slightly delayed by the rocks we left in our wake.

Bad Guys: So, here's the plan. We're going to give everyone guns, except the guys hanging from posts that are going to get closest to the people we want to kill.

Maybe I'm a pain in the ass, but it's this kind of stuff that really takes me out of a film. You create this whole beautiful, fictional world and then make the inhabitants of that world borderline retarded. You can do better.

If you make a conscious decision to turn your brain off, there's enough here to keep you mildly entertained. But there are definitely better alternatives.

*nods as he walks off, through the crowd*… Expand

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MightyMINGSep 8, 2015

Pure garbage, just one car chasing scene after another. The plot sucks, Mad Max barely says a word throughout the whole movie. Only reason why this scores a generous 2 is it's an Aussie icon. What over rated garbage. If you all like garbagePure garbage, just one car chasing scene after another. The plot sucks, Mad Max barely says a word throughout the whole movie. Only reason why this scores a generous 2 is it's an Aussie icon. What over rated garbage. If you all like garbage films, Sharknado 2 is far more entertaining.… Expand

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ArconSep 7, 2015

This movie is laughable and an utter waste of your time. Anyone giving this a positive review is truly brain-dead. I now see how the same politicians keep getting re-elected. Save your time, this movie is an utter joke and turned a scaryThis movie is laughable and an utter waste of your time. Anyone giving this a positive review is truly brain-dead. I now see how the same politicians keep getting re-elected. Save your time, this movie is an utter joke and turned a scary post-apocalyptic vision into an absurd circus. Mad Max(Tom Hardy) hardly seemed likeable or superhuman in most the movie maybe because he has almost no dialogue.

I gave it a 2 because it has Charlize Theron who attempts to make you care about her horribly written character and despite the buzzed haircut and missing arm, she is still sexy.… Expand

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MeritCobaSep 7, 2015

Fury Road is an exercise in minimalism.

With a bare bones script and set in a bare bones landscape the movie wacks the audience with visuals and helter skelter chaos in what boils down to one long pursuit through a rocky desert thatFury Road is an exercise in minimalism.

With a bare bones script and set in a bare bones landscape the movie wacks the audience with visuals and helter skelter chaos in what boils down to one long pursuit through a rocky desert that recalls Mad Max 2: the road warrior.
Is this the road warrior redux?
Perhaps it is in a way, but then it's infused with a touch of borderlands(the game) for it's over the top weird characters, with names like: The People Eater, The Doof Warrior and The Bullet Farmer. There is no way describing them, they have to be seen.
The movie keeps a stringent pace once it get's going, which is almost right from the bat, after we are (re)introduced to Max and the setting. Tom Hardy is a worthy successor to Mel Gibson, perhaps even better for he has a rather more edgy attitude, which is why Max is called Mad after all. In the first scenes he gets captured and while he tries to make his escape, he finds himself dragged along as war trophy perched in front of a car that is part of the pursuit of the War Rig, a massive truck-trailer combination commanded by Imperator Furiosa(Charlize Theron) who is trying to escape the War Boys of the Tyran Immortan Joe with his most adored treasure: his five nubile wives.
The chaos increases when the first of the pursuit catches up with Theron and Max tries to escape them, while the War Boys try to kill him, Furiosa and get the War Rig to stop at the same time without killing the wives. Once the first of the War Boys have been dealt with by Max and Furiosa, the fight is between them at first, but eventually necessity turns them into allies. Later on they are joined by Nux, a Warboy who is forced to switch sides.
A lot is smartly interwoven with the pursuit. There is the awkward love relation that develops between Nux and one of the girls. There is a kind of respect developing between Max and Furiosa. There is even some pondering that gives the movie a deeper feel. And there is even a very Boschlike scene when the War Rig travels to a swap-land where the Crows live.
The fight scenes are a marvel to behold, almost everything fanciful is flung at the War Rig: pole riders, trucks, bikes, monster trucks, armored cars, flamethrowers, hooks, chains and a high speed saw among them.

All in all this is a well made movie in which the star is Theron who overshadows even Hardy due to her personality. It's not because she pretty in this one, -for she is not- she is gritty, dirty and bald, but it is because she brings Imperator Furiosa to life. It makes me wonder whether the next installment in the series will be called Mad Max.… Expand

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Playstation_fanSep 6, 2015

Great action movie with great scenes and great acting, if you like action movies in general you will love this thrill ride. Best movie of 2015 (so far)

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seanphillipsSep 6, 2015

Mad Max is back and better than ever. I really enjoy this movie for what it is. it had me at the edge of my seat. It had great action, great characters, and great locations and an awesome villain. This movie is good for anyone who wants toMad Max is back and better than ever. I really enjoy this movie for what it is. it had me at the edge of my seat. It had great action, great characters, and great locations and an awesome villain. This movie is good for anyone who wants to see a good action movie.… Expand

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rluck9974Sep 6, 2015

My wife and I streamed this last night and we only made it through 45 minutes. That was a stretch as this movie has zero plot, zero dialogue and no character development. We both looked at each other and we were like, what the f..k is goingMy wife and I streamed this last night and we only made it through 45 minutes. That was a stretch as this movie has zero plot, zero dialogue and no character development. We both looked at each other and we were like, what the f..k is going on? It's like one big loud car chase and that's how it starts out. There was about 8 minutes of non car chase but they did scream through those scenes as well. Also, the dialogue was strange. If they weren't yelling, you really couldn't understand what they were saying. I am not sure why all the so called real "movie critics" enjoyed this movie. It was probably one of the worst movies I have ever seen. This movie is an example on why movies like Birdman get all the hype when in reality, they are really not that great and it's just basic word of mouth even in today's digital world. SKIP this one and catch it on HBO or skip it all together.… Expand

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kevinmaikanaSep 5, 2015

It's a very interesting movie with a great plot and there is this cool craziness in it that just leaves us the audience exhilarated and satisfied. It's realy a great movie.

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CriticoDubiosoSep 5, 2015

In 1979, a friend called to ask me to come see a movie with him. A movie called Mad Max.

I was blown away. I had never seen such a strange, skewed future world. Had never seen such kinetic film making. Had never seen such goodIn 1979, a friend called to ask me to come see a movie with him. A movie called Mad Max.

I was blown away. I had never seen such a strange, skewed future world. Had never seen such kinetic film making. Had never seen such good post-apocalyptic science fiction on screen. Then Miller made Mad Max II (Road Warrior in the USA) and topped himself in every way. Thunderdome was a genuine letdown compared to the first two films.

But Thunderdome... is Citizen Kane compared to this one. Not only is Fury Road plotless, it is pointless, besides. Max loses his iconic Interceptor in the first five minutes, and that might as well be a metaphor for the whole movie. We learn nothing about Max, beyond his mumbled, "I used to be a cop.." There is no character development. There is no coherent plot, for that matter. Charlize Theron's character, Furiosa, is essentially an expansion of the "Warrior Woman" from MM2. But not much of one. She's tough as nails... but, so what? And, just like Max and the Warrior Woman, nothing comes of Furiosa's relationship with Max. Not even a kiss. The first time Max was neutered like that, it was unique and interesting. The second... a disappointment. But then, what woman would want Max, anyway? He grunts like Clint in a spaghetti Western with twice the story, and has fewer lines than a Terminator. In Fury Road, he isn't even a very good fighter, except in a scene... that occurs off camera!

No, I'm afraid that everything is wrong about Fury Road, with the exception of the amazing road scenes. But those are rendered pointless by a plot that makes Eraserhead deep by comparison.… Expand

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ThatCooperGuySep 4, 2015

This film is lost in its own little world, I love this f**king movie.
We waited 30 damn years for this sequel, God it was worth it. These films aren't big on story or character development, but I think it's more the idea of the series. YouThis film is lost in its own little world, I love this f**king movie.
We waited 30 damn years for this sequel, God it was worth it. These films aren't big on story or character development, but I think it's more the idea of the series. You have to get lost in these films like the other characters are. You'll understand why they have do the things they do in this terrible, post-apocalyptic world, and have a good time while you're at it.

That being said, Mad Max: Fury Road is just as absurd, bizarre, unique, and... well... mad. Tom Hardy gives a funny and great performance as Max, he's a great addition to the series and a good replacement for Mel Gibson(who had a quick cameo). Charlize Theron is also cool, but I think Nicholas Hoult was far more interesting. He absolutely disappeared under the white makeup and surprised me of how much effort he was putting into this performance. I love seeing George Miller expand on his universe and really show us just how screwy the future could be if society truly would fall apart. The bigger budget makes this movie look and sound amazing, and somehow, it still contains the same feel as the first two Mad Max films("Beyond Thunderdome" kinda got bland).

I look forward to future installments. Continue expanding this world, George Miller. Take all my money.… Expand

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ConjureSep 4, 2015

Road to Nowhere

This movie was absolutely deplorable. Sure no sex or swearing but it paled in comparison to the original Road Warrior and Mad Max. Where was the dog and Gyro Man when you really needed them? The acting, if you can callRoad to Nowhere

This movie was absolutely deplorable. Sure no sex or swearing but it paled in comparison to the original Road Warrior and Mad Max. Where was the dog and Gyro Man when you really needed them?

The acting, if you can call it acting was limited to 10 word utterances. Hardy was god-awful with his Aussie type accent if you can call it that. In fact the accent changed towards the end of the flick. The only redeeming features where Charlize Theron and some of the action sequences.

But while it was loaded with action so much of the film was speeded up to supposedly heighten the action which it did not. The plot was so thin as well.

All in all a total waste of time of true Mad Max fans.… Expand

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Jayro99Sep 4, 2015

If you just like seeing things explode in a desert themed car crash you may enjoy this rubbish film... The script may have been blown up in the opening credits as the actors seem to suffer from both terrible delivery and terrible content. IIf you just like seeing things explode in a desert themed car crash you may enjoy this rubbish film... The script may have been blown up in the opening credits as the actors seem to suffer from both terrible delivery and terrible content. I am blown away only by the positive reviews. Really there is little wonder TV series are becoming the go to for good content when the film industry is still trying to remake JAWS...… Expand

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prince_warheroSep 4, 2015

Not sure what is good about this film.. first thing i din like is the base logic.. there s gas scarcity, yet every1 has cards with very high powered engines !!

Coming to the movie, its just going from point A to B, returning again to ANot sure what is good about this film.. first thing i din like is the base logic.. there s gas scarcity, yet every1 has cards with very high powered engines !!

Coming to the movie, its just going from point A to B, returning again to A from B except they bring little more people with them on way back. The action is usual, there are many good movies that have action better than this. No dialogues to keep us entertained atleast a little.. over all , a poor movie with a good premise wasted.… Expand

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likedislikeSep 4, 2015

First off I just want to point out that angryman has stupidly given this 0/10 but reviewed it as the game and not the movie, which has unfairly lowered its rating, so it should be removed.
My views are all positive on this one, I loved it. IFirst off I just want to point out that angryman has stupidly given this 0/10 but reviewed it as the game and not the movie, which has unfairly lowered its rating, so it should be removed.
My views are all positive on this one, I loved it. I loved Mad Max 2 in the 80's, but watching it now, not so much, but this one has me loving Mad Max all over again, it far surpassed my expectations.
The action was phenomenal, the world was brutal and imaginative. The only one thing I would have liked more, would have been to have Max talk more and show why he is a legend more, as it seems to focus on Charlize Theron's character a little more than the movie's titular hero.… Expand

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PlanByHeroSep 1, 2015

**SUMMARY - Watch the film but don't expect a Mad Max film**
Definitely an above average film but it's merely set in the Mad Max universe, it's not a Mad Max film. There's a peripheral character who wears Max's coat and drives his car for**SUMMARY - Watch the film but don't expect a Mad Max film**
Definitely an above average film but it's merely set in the Mad Max universe, it's not a Mad Max film. There's a peripheral character who wears Max's coat and drives his car for about 5 mins but he doesn't really do much and does nothing to demonstrate that he actually is Max; he could just be some guy who stole Max's car & jacket before the film started. Furiosa (Charlize Theron) is the star and she's great but it feels like a bit of a cheat. If I go to see "Wolverine: Phoenix Road" and find myself watching a film about Jean Grey with some guy who has Wolverine's hairdo and shows his claws for 2 mins but then spends the rest of the film sitting in the background grunting while Jean gets all the screen time I'm going to be a little confused as to why the film had "Wolverine" in the title.… Expand

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rpmAug 31, 2015

I'm an old guy, so I remember the first films quite well. The original one that started it all was the best and then the ones that followed were more and more Hollywood...more concerned with bigger, louder, and just more, more, more.

Well,I'm an old guy, so I remember the first films quite well. The original one that started it all was the best and then the ones that followed were more and more Hollywood...more concerned with bigger, louder, and just more, more, more.

Well, after reading a lot of reviews I gave the new iteration a try. While it certainly was entertaining, it had none of the original's charm. It is really just much bigger, much louder, and much, much more. Max is arguably not even the main character.

If you buy into the "more is more" that defines Hollywood action films these days, then you will probably enjoy this. However, if you want character development and an interesting story pass this one by.

One particular element I thought was handled poorly was Max being haunted by all the people he could not save as a former cop. Those memories were handled more like an Asian Horror flick than actual bad memories...right down to the little girl whose face and voice transform to creep you out.… Expand

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ChaeoteAug 31, 2015

Full disclosure, I never really cared for the original Mad Max movies.

I was just too young when they came out, and I never got into them. This movie though was great. A massive car chase mixed with INSANELY close and claustrophobicFull disclosure, I never really cared for the original Mad Max movies.

I was just too young when they came out, and I never got into them.

This movie though was great. A massive car chase mixed with INSANELY close and claustrophobic fight scenes.

Almost all done in practical effects, only using CGI where needed (except for ONE scene where it stands out like a sore thumb, but they were trying to accomplish a specific set of circumstances. Just a shame, you can really tell.)

Really fun movie.… Expand

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jedwardsAug 30, 2015

Enjoyable in terms of action, but criminally overrated. Very weak (nonexistent) story, unappealing visuals and felt cheap at times. I really wanted to enjoy this movie, but I found myself rather bored after a while. I enjoyed watching theEnjoyable in terms of action, but criminally overrated. Very weak (nonexistent) story, unappealing visuals and felt cheap at times. I really wanted to enjoy this movie, but I found myself rather bored after a while. I enjoyed watching the action, but I was never drawn in by it, largely because I did not care for any of the characters.

A somewhat decent action film? Maybe. The best action film of all time? Certainly not.… Expand

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IITheSaltAug 29, 2015

Dont bother, 2hrs of meh! How dismal are movie goers of today to rate this so highly? Im seeing crazy terms like Movie of the year. Im reading perfect reviews scores from so many critics that I wonder A) How do you get a job? B) Who are youDont bother, 2hrs of meh! How dismal are movie goers of today to rate this so highly? Im seeing crazy terms like Movie of the year. Im reading perfect reviews scores from so many critics that I wonder A) How do you get a job? B) Who are you writing for? The reader or the studios C) Are you giving it higher scores bcos you want to see more of the rebooted franchise? Clearly there is money involved. This looks good on screen, its Max, it has George Millers style dripping throughout, but all said and done its not a great movie. I was excited, the early screenings were received with applause, so impressed were the studios they gave Miller $14mill to go back add more explosions, more stunts..What Rubbish!! they were given $14million to buy the reviews of critics to cover over the complete lack of storyline, plot or character development. Make no mistake, this is marketing branding vehicle, like Hunger Games, totally purchased reviews. A pay day movie to the media sites and reviewers. They know this, play ball, perpetrate the myth. Charlise is there cos Max is wooden, maybe if he actually displayed some MAD qualities. His instincts, his battle with the crazies out there that took killed his family, the road warrior surviving the highways in his V8 Interceptor. No instead they blow up it in first 5mins of movie so he can travel on the venga bus/truck whatever. There is very little buy in, you dont feel the drama, the tension cos you know the result. It just tries to fill that 2hrs with distractions and stunts of crazies biting the dust that you care little about.Its the shallow surfaceness thats the problem. Theres no twists, no surprises, and lacks the characters of the original, or the comraderie of Max & Gyro Capt found in Mad Max 2. The crazies have about as much menace as Thunderdome. I saw Mad Max 2 with my brother 30yrs ago we came out of that movie amped. That was a classic. Max motivations were real. The threat was real, so then the drama was real, you bought into who would live and die. When Hollywood gonna learn? Charlize Theron is too well known, so theres never any threat to her. You know she will be there as will Max at the end of the movie. This ranks 3rd of the Max franchise, as nothings as bad as Thunderdome, however its still completely mindless and missing the soul of the first two. The reviews above 70 are generous, those in 80s need to get real.. The 90 to 100 scores hahaha you have been bought!! This is not a masterpiece. Do your bloodyy job. Sorry George Miller as an Aussie I want you to successfully reboot Max, but not like this. Make a quality Max, your last 2 efforts are diminishing the franchise. Its becoming a joke.… Expand

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ElPitoooAug 28, 2015

Hell of a ride, there is no more to say, cause this ride will not let you breathe out for whole movie and i think i will soon take a second ride. Deffinetely movie of the year.

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TechnoElfAug 24, 2015

I have made a bet if any film is better than Mad Max: Fury Road in 2015, they can punch me in the face. I am certain I am going to win this bet. Smart, Fun and just the coolest movie I have ever seen. As a fan of the old Mad Maxes, I wasI have made a bet if any film is better than Mad Max: Fury Road in 2015, they can punch me in the face. I am certain I am going to win this bet. Smart, Fun and just the coolest movie I have ever seen. As a fan of the old Mad Maxes, I was scared that they will destory the franchise. But they just made it better.… Expand

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Verschiel16Aug 22, 2015

One of the best movies this year. A unique and climactic visual beauty. I must admit I was not a fan of the movie at first. I particularly ignored it due to the fact that it might be just one of those mediocre action movies that studios pumpOne of the best movies this year. A unique and climactic visual beauty. I must admit I was not a fan of the movie at first. I particularly ignored it due to the fact that it might be just one of those mediocre action movies that studios pump out to past years but a good word of mouth finally made me want to see it. They were not wrong it is visually stunning and heart racing. I have not experienced any action movie that makes you want to stand up, shout and feel uneasy. It truly lived up and even surpassed expectations for action movie. This film sets a new standard in its genre. Unique, Peculiar and very Intriguing. I would also like to point out the performance of Ms. Theron as Furiosa. Strong and Relentless her performance was. A must see on the big screen.… Expand

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MovieGuysAug 22, 2015

Mad Max: Fury Road is quite impressive; I would go so far as to call it close to a miracle.

I almost never see, rather than review, movies in this genre, as its not my thing. But, I was pleasantly surprised to find that Mad Max was prettyMad Max: Fury Road is quite impressive; I would go so far as to call it close to a miracle.

I almost never see, rather than review, movies in this genre, as its not my thing. But, I was pleasantly surprised to find that Mad Max was pretty good, and it paid homage to its Gibson-esque prequels. The film works on almost every level: as a comic book movie, as an action flick, as a character study, and much more. Also, it has beautiful cinematography and performances to burn; some of the CGI was almost as good as in the 2009 movie "Avatar", I dare to say. It was a really well done movie overall, that will satisfy almost any viewer, and I highly recommend the experience.… Expand

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SerheAug 21, 2015

Nothing in this movie make sens.

Every move any people do is dumb, it goes from "Fuel is so rare we might just waste it on cars' features and drive in zig zag! to way stupider. Plus, this movies's violence is almost entirely made ofNothing in this movie make sens.

Every move any people do is dumb, it goes from "Fuel is so rare we might just waste it on cars' features and drive in zig zag! to way stupider.

Plus, this movies's violence is almost entirely made of explosion : less blood: wider audience. And there's nothing more repetitive than explosions over explosions.

This movie was really a waste of time.… Expand

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JackdewildeAug 20, 2015

The whole plot basically comes down to two parts: First they're going one way, then they go the other.
Never boring 10/10. ___________________________

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diogomendesAug 20, 2015

Great movie, but I don't think it's as "groundbreaking" as many people are making it out to be. Sure, the action is breathlessly rousing and the imagery is quite beautiful, and there's a lot of narrative thrills to be had, but I think theyGreat movie, but I don't think it's as "groundbreaking" as many people are making it out to be. Sure, the action is breathlessly rousing and the imagery is quite beautiful, and there's a lot of narrative thrills to be had, but I think they should have fleshed out some characters further. Characters like Furiosa. Her past is questionably underdeveloped and that bugged me a little bit. Not the best movie of 2015, but surely a great one. I'm not a fan of the "Mad Max" franchise (the first movie didn't do much for me to elevate my excitement), but this was a nice film with some fun action and nice performances.

Final Score: 8/10.… Expand

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financialwarAug 18, 2015

This movie was absolutely awful to watch. Two hours of boring plotless action, as most of the actions are chasing cars.

The plot in a nutshell is basically, the villain give chase to retrieve his stolen wives and that's it.

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sillywilly742Aug 18, 2015

Mad Max Fury Road takes mixes heart stopping visually striking action filmmaking and mixes it with a simple but effective story about Patriarchy and adapting to a new world. Miller mixes his skill as an old school action film maker with anMad Max Fury Road takes mixes heart stopping visually striking action filmmaking and mixes it with a simple but effective story about Patriarchy and adapting to a new world. Miller mixes his skill as an old school action film maker with an emotionally resonant and socially relevant story.… Expand

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imthenoobAug 14, 2015

Hardy plays the lead well with minimal dialogue. The plot could have used a bit more explaining, They sort of give the bare minimum and we just go off of that. It was all fantastically done explosions and action. I deeply regret not seeing itHardy plays the lead well with minimal dialogue. The plot could have used a bit more explaining, They sort of give the bare minimum and we just go off of that. It was all fantastically done explosions and action. I deeply regret not seeing it in theaters in 3D because it would have been awesome.

That being said, Is it the film of the year? No. It is however a very enjoyable movie that would satisfy even the most die hard Mad Max fans.… Expand

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