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RichardGreenMay 26, 2015

Hype. Had no expectations, went to see it because of the rave reviews. The action wasn't as non-stop and fun as some reviewers claim. Only positive I can say is your mind won't be thinking about something else while watching the movie,Hype. Had no expectations, went to see it because of the rave reviews. The action wasn't as non-stop and fun as some reviewers claim. Only positive I can say is your mind won't be thinking about something else while watching the movie, sometimes I guess that's what movies are for. Left the theatre feeling "Hmm...nothing great".… Expand

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YunJohnMay 26, 2015

When I watched the ‘Mad Max : fury road’, I feel like I’m in the chaos. there are so many ‘white’people do unconditional belief for Immortan, and nobody doubt that why this world ruled by the man such as Immortan. I don’t get it why, and IWhen I watched the ‘Mad Max : fury road’, I feel like I’m in the chaos. there are so many ‘white’people do unconditional belief for Immortan, and nobody doubt that why this world ruled by the man such as Immortan. I don’t get it why, and I can’t catch the drift. I know this movie gives me many thinkable Idea. Also Its visual is good enough. But someone who don’t know about this movie’s series, then it is possible to exist reasonable confusion why Max has ghost vision, why ‘white’man follow the Immortan, or why Furiosa betrayed Immortan.… Expand

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ZawMineMay 26, 2015

Pure Action! Modern day action director should be ashamed of themselves. The only problem for me is - the movie is a bit noisy. I will say this. Bigger screen, better experience. Oh man! love that guitar man scene.
(P.S - it's an R rated movie)

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DinhsterMay 26, 2015

Amazing filmmaking. If the writer and story developers spent as much time on the story as the art director, production designer, cinematographer, digital artists and all the other crew members did on the film- you'd actually have a 10 film.Amazing filmmaking. If the writer and story developers spent as much time on the story as the art director, production designer, cinematographer, digital artists and all the other crew members did on the film- you'd actually have a 10 film. My analogy goes like this...when you play that great video game and you get to a point where you have to backtrack all the missions and levels because either the designers got lazy or money ran out to make new levels.… Expand

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JackORDMay 25, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Me and the girlfriend went to see this movie the beginning was fast paced and was showing us the new world. Later on you are introduced to the villains but not introduced to anything overly about them you know the immortal but you don't know anything else about him. The movie lacked any background and after the film I thought I may have missed something in the other movies so after re watching them to find out none of it ties into this sequel and was still left with unanswered question and the obvious "why didn't they just kill the bad guy at the start" once the villain dies it as if all his followers allow the city to be taken over by the villagers. The motive of why they are trying to escape the villain is only stated as him mistreating them and he desires them for healthy children. The part when you find out there is no green land and she falls to her knees and cries has no impact as you don't get any sense of past with the character you get no information of her homeland and why it was so important to bring them there. Not to mention Tom Hardy spends the first part of the film looking like Bane and sounding like a illiterate grunting moron and not the justice seeking, intelligent and experienced fire fighter Mel Gibson plays. This was a chance to continue what fans loved and I feel it didn't come up to pass… Expand

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ledaumasMay 25, 2015

I don't really get why people like this kind of depressing and hopeless movie, but the redeeming factor for me was making strong women whether they were the captive wives, or the older warrior women, but most especially Furiosa. If not forI don't really get why people like this kind of depressing and hopeless movie, but the redeeming factor for me was making strong women whether they were the captive wives, or the older warrior women, but most especially Furiosa. If not for them, this would have been another movie with too much fighting.… Expand

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Legion_of_JeffMay 25, 2015

I was really disappointed in Mad Max. The budget is certainly apparent on screen, which is pretty to look at, but it felt wasted against a bland story with no plot.

Where the first 2 Mad Max movies pull you in, Thunderdome and this one areI was really disappointed in Mad Max. The budget is certainly apparent on screen, which is pretty to look at, but it felt wasted against a bland story with no plot.

Where the first 2 Mad Max movies pull you in, Thunderdome and this one are not of the same Canon. I cant remember a single line that Max says, and to be honest, I don't get the hype for Theron. She never seemed that crazed, threatening, or powerful to me. Who are we really supposed to care for here?

The movie certainly is not without its good attributes. It is colored and shot beautifully, but is so thin every where else, the stunts and practical effects are wasted.

I wanted more Max, I wanted a follow up to that great scene at the end of "Road Warrior" where its just Max and the "Road". This outing borders on cartoonish, and isn't brutal in any way. Where we are supposed to feel fear, and stress at the mass of pursuit vehicles, all i kept thinking was, "Where do they get all the headlights?", or "for an apocalyptic wasteland, they seem to have no lack of tires or car parts". It just didn't feel in anyway remotely believable.

Many others have already said that it felt like a two-hour movie trailer. Save your money and just watch the trailer on repeat for an hour and you have it.

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mydogisdeadMay 25, 2015

a movie to surpass metal gear anal **** beads in my **** while watching seinfild or watever eva **** r gey and lick thwenut s dddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddd

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tomizawaMay 25, 2015

Loved this movie. It doesn't rely on visual effects, but on the plot and the performances. In an era in which movies have turned into shallow displays of cute actors, Mad Max breaks the silence and steps up as a real action movie. The carLoved this movie. It doesn't rely on visual effects, but on the plot and the performances. In an era in which movies have turned into shallow displays of cute actors, Mad Max breaks the silence and steps up as a real action movie. The car chases are real and gritty and just exactly how they show be. It's a movie you will enjoy, whether you are a diehard Mad Max fan or you know nothing about it.… Expand

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deeman010May 25, 2015

AMAZING direction, art design, acting, and action sequences. The story is quick and demands attention from its audience to pick up on character's motives and beliefs without an ounce of spoken exposition. It doesn't follow the stereotypicalAMAZING direction, art design, acting, and action sequences. The story is quick and demands attention from its audience to pick up on character's motives and beliefs without an ounce of spoken exposition. It doesn't follow the stereotypical plot either with small twists here and there to keep everything fresh and exciting. The first major action sequence was so wonderfully executed, probably the only heartpounding sweat inducing action sequence I've ever seen in cinema. This begs me to ask: Why can't Hollywood produce sequels like this instead of the filth they pass off as reboots for beloved movies????

Bravo George Miller.… Expand

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BradySmithMay 25, 2015

Wow! What an exhilarating, crazy movie! This is a vivid, strange, at times breathtaking action film with surprisingly strong character development and performances. The plot is pretty straightforward but you do get involved anyways. ThisWow! What an exhilarating, crazy movie! This is a vivid, strange, at times breathtaking action film with surprisingly strong character development and performances. The plot is pretty straightforward but you do get involved anyways. This over straightforwardness and relatively short length however stops this ride from being able to become the odyssey of redemption it could have been. But it's still undoubtedly one of the most vibrant, visceral, and intense action films ever created. You never feel like the characters are safe, which is an uncertainty lacking in almost all action films. It's the type of cinematic experience that needs to be seen on the big screen despite its minor flaws. This will almost certainly be the best film of the summer, and one the best of the year.… Expand

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evearcherMay 25, 2015

If you enjoy eating hot popcorn and drinking a sugary caffeinated beverage, and turning your brain completely off to watch a loud , metallic fireball of effects and debris - then this movie is for you. But, beware there is no deep story orIf you enjoy eating hot popcorn and drinking a sugary caffeinated beverage, and turning your brain completely off to watch a loud , metallic fireball of effects and debris - then this movie is for you. But, beware there is no deep story or dialogue, mad max rarely talks or drives his car. The movie is all about Charlize and driving from point A to point B and then back to point A again. Once you realize this, you get bored. it is really just a bunch of people trying to stop a truck from driving to its destination, not enough unique visuals or gore to keep you interested though.… Expand

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SupermanX1925May 25, 2015

So far it's the best film of this year, everyone else has to beat this one. The plot is pretty straight forward, you get ejected into the story, which is amazing, no need for a long explaination, and you can still watch this without ever haveSo far it's the best film of this year, everyone else has to beat this one. The plot is pretty straight forward, you get ejected into the story, which is amazing, no need for a long explaination, and you can still watch this without ever have watched any of the old ones. (you still should though). Oh my the characters in this are crazy and amazing. I really loved that on the one hand, this is an amazing Actionflick, and on the other hand, there are so many themes and depth to this film, I won't spoil the fun.
- It took a 70 year old man to give us a great action film, we needed this. Thank you mr. Miller. Havn't been this eager to watch an actionfilm again since The Raid 2.… Expand

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footysurfratMay 25, 2015

Loved it! Was really looking forward to seeing this which is always a worry because films rarely live up to expectations but Mad Max blew them away! The plot isn't complicated, now are the characters but who cares, how many films do we watchLoved it! Was really looking forward to seeing this which is always a worry because films rarely live up to expectations but Mad Max blew them away! The plot isn't complicated, now are the characters but who cares, how many films do we watch where good films are killed by overly clever or deep plots etc. Mad Max keeps it simple, its a chase, and its all the more brilliant for it, you can just sit and take in all the madness without engaging the brain too much! It's bonkers, driving without a guy playing a flame throwing guitar on your bonnet just seems wrong now!… Expand

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GlassLobsterMay 25, 2015

The end action scene was fantastic right up until the 3D service. Rest of the movie is meh. Since the film looks good, would definitely recommend going to the theater to watch. Just not impressed with it as a whole.

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RaggedyryanMay 25, 2015

Mental, disturbing, off the rails, bonkers, fantastic!

My initial thoughts of the film when I left the cinema were "that was mental, but quite good I guess". But then I realised, a week later, I was still thinking about what I had seen,Mental, disturbing, off the rails, bonkers, fantastic!

My initial thoughts of the film when I left the cinema were "that was mental, but quite good I guess". But then I realised, a week later, I was still thinking about what I had seen, the action, the bizarre charaters, the fact that Charlize Theron totally owned the film....

There is a great plot to be found in the film and there is depth that I didn't totally grasp at first and I think that's down to not being quite in the right frame of mind to watch the film.

Basically, prepare yourselves for a totally crazy film that defies all logic. It's a post apocalyptic adventure where there is no logic. This isn't our time. It's their time. They are The Mad.… Expand

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dharmaMay 25, 2015

Welcome back, George Miller! After toiling away for 2 decades, making kids films, Miller returns with a vengeance to the franchise that made him a legend and its the best film of the year. Almost no CGI, made with great tender loving care asWelcome back, George Miller! After toiling away for 2 decades, making kids films, Miller returns with a vengeance to the franchise that made him a legend and its the best film of the year. Almost no CGI, made with great tender loving care as the original..with just great camerawork and crazy stunt work. But surprisingly, it contains a great emotional core. Great performances especially from Theron and Hardy as the leads, buoyed by mesmerizing cinematography, this is cinema at its finest.… Expand

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Movi3R3vi3werMay 25, 2015

I''m so disappointed in this movie...disappointed THAT I'M STILL NOT WATCHING THIS MOVIE! OH MY GOD MAD MAX IS INCREDIBLE! This is hands down the best movie of 2015 from what I've seen so far. Mad Max has a great cast with great performancesI''m so disappointed in this movie...disappointed THAT I'M STILL NOT WATCHING THIS MOVIE! OH MY GOD MAD MAX IS INCREDIBLE! This is hands down the best movie of 2015 from what I've seen so far. Mad Max has a great cast with great performances from Hardy, Theron and Hoult. George Miller at 70 years old creates some of the most stunning and intense action scenes ever put to film! Mad Max Fury Road just might be one of the best action movies ever made!… Expand

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DRauchDoes2015May 24, 2015

The first clear-cut masterpiece of cinema to hit 2015 is Mad Max: Fury Road.

This is a revelation that took me some time to process, for a number of reasons. I’d never seen a Mad Max film before Fury Road and had a slightly apprehensiveThe first clear-cut masterpiece of cinema to hit 2015 is Mad Max: Fury Road.

This is a revelation that took me some time to process, for a number of reasons. I’d never seen a Mad Max film before Fury Road and had a slightly apprehensive (though completely unfounded) stigmatic preconception of the franchise as an entertaining exercise in style set to a dystopian backdrop. Even after gorging upon the first few trailers and their overflow of setpieces, I had already pegged Fury Road with almost complete foolish certainty as mere entertainment striving to compensate it’s requisite zeitgeist artifice in creative execution (basically, another summer blockbuster).

Boy, was I off base. I might as well have been spouting blasphemy. Mad Max: Fury Road is an unheralded landmark in action cinema.

I have now witnessed the chaos in it’s entirety twice and, while repeated viewings unearth initially overlooked insight about a work both good and bad, I still have the unfettered urge to see it again in theaters, maybe even for a fourth time.

Where to start? Well, Fury Road is a confection of such sheer magnitude that it is truly difficult to process my overflowing wealth of praise into a cohesively formatted analysis. Granted, I have gathered a few necessary complaints, both microscopic and less so, but the easiest place to begin would be the most tenacious element of Fury Road: the action.

DEAR GOD. Not since **** I can’t remember when) has a parade of such ultra-violence been delivered so unburdened by constraints on both a technical and imaginative level. From every color of the spectrum that makes up the filmmaking process there is groundbreaking work.

The effects work, widely touted for their practicality and absence of excessive CGI, are incendiary (quite literally). The few applications of synthetically altered imagery to be found here not once feel like the crutch, or even the backbone of the film for that matter. Rather, they are applied only when necessity rings. A chase through a flurrying electric sandstorm is the only exception I can make to this statement and, let me tell you, the grandeur, beauty and hulking menace of the almost biblically scaled digital creation warrants the technical splurge. The rest of the film, however, Miller opts for real explosions and heavy stunt work, alongside unique, idiosyncratically crafted production, costuming, and makeup, to serve as the primary aesthetic component of his masterpiece.

There are just SO many exorbitantly decked out pursuit vehicles and quirky, yet lethal makeshift weaponry and SO many detailed, distinct outfits applied to the numerous primary and peripheral characters manifested through vivid makeup and costuming, that it’s consuming this very sentence. I love what the guys over at HitFix said in there coverage of this film about how the visual design of each character speaks volumes about who they are and the kind of completely realized world they live in.

The cinematography is another elephantine achievement, something of a fever dream, really. To have crafted such and elegant presentation overflowing with personality is one thing, but DOP John Seale has captured Miller’s maximalist dystopian canvas with gorgeous, graceful camerawork. Some of the shots achieved in Mad Max: Fury Road astound in the fact that they even exist. Seale films under and over and inside and outside these exhaustingly terse chase sequences with and absolutely GODLIKE clarity and uniformity.

The editing job by Margaret Sixel is a fierce, remorseless work in cinematic refinery. She holds a shot long enough for us to bask in the spectacle, but judges the rhythm of the picture so keenly that every set piece has an opportune chance to amaze. Character interactions via expositional conversations (however few there may be) are edited rapidly, exercising the film of any extraneous dialogue or needless indulgence in this, its weakest aspect (I had to cite one at some point). Fury Road is a brisk 2 hours flat. It more than deserves that runtime and it is devoid of clutter or bloat for that duration.

I could spout zealous praise for Mad Max’s technical merit MUCH further, but sparing regard for the stunt-work present here would be an egregious malfeasance. Simply stated, Fury Road features an array of the most tireless, galvanizing action choreography to grace the multiplex. The not-joking-around, legitimately harrowing coordination of actors in the face of these continually escalating death-machines enlivens cliches perennial to orchestrated violence.

Max is chained to the front of deranged Volkswagen Beetle during a prolonged chase scene, helplessly whipped back and forth at high speeds. Men on vaulting poles, propelled by careening assault vehicles launch themselves at our heroes from atop their wobbling staffs. There is a hand-to-hand chainsaw fight. Countless droogs propel themselves across cars wielding fire-bomb tipped spears. It's bonkers.… Expand

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CobeMay 24, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The finest post apocalypse movie ever.
For lovely background of this movie, it describes details about hopeless desert life. There are several factors for making strong focus in movie, the world view, character, music.
Newclear war cause desertification and shorten human's life. In this movie except little of the people have the killing diseases even the boss of the Citadel(the city). For that reason, the short, hopeless lives keep running on the road with fearless. It makes super cool anal sucking action.
The max main character of this movie, has several past's problem with little girl's phantom, but the movie never tells about his life before newclear war. However we just know that phantome makes sick of him, why he doesn't want to tell his name to others. He didn't talk much, but we did understand much. The immotan, the boss of the citadel with warboys have a killing disease, so they want to make pure(without disease) descendant. The super hot chicks are brearer for immotan, for not certain reason, they want to escape from immotan. The furiosa(right?) want to escape Citadel too, so she breaks fence with those chicks, it makes immotan pissed off, that is why those whole crazy races has started.
It was the most fancy thing that the big truck with guitar guy. The guitar guy is the member of the warboys(The immotan's men), he plays guitar when the race begin. That guitar sounds make movie more exciting. The most super cool option, I think.
For those reason, i gave this movie the ten.… Expand

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CinemaCriticMay 24, 2015

Very disappointing. Did I watch a completely different film than everyone else, or is the general movie going public just easily entertained by wrecks and explosions? Having waited for a year to see it, I hated it. The framing, color grading,Very disappointing. Did I watch a completely different film than everyone else, or is the general movie going public just easily entertained by wrecks and explosions? Having waited for a year to see it, I hated it. The framing, color grading, practical effects, and stunt work were all astonishing. But, the acting (except for Hoult), characters, story, camera, matte work, compositing, were terrible.… Expand

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emora100May 24, 2015

Charlize Theron was the true protagonist of the movie. While Tom Hardening has a knack for playing brooding characters (Warrior), he was clearly eclipsed by Charlize Theron in this film.
Arguably, Charlize Theron seemed to be the trueCharlize Theron was the true protagonist of the movie. While Tom Hardening has a knack for playing brooding characters (Warrior), he was clearly eclipsed by Charlize Theron in this film.
Arguably, Charlize Theron seemed to be the true protagonist of the film and in fact carried this movie. I have no doubt this would have been a much better film and story had her character been overtly central from the beginning, rather than the protagonist behind the protagonist. Perhaps movie moguls were afraid to alienate fans of the original male-dominated storyline, but that fear hurt this movie in my opinion. When you have an acting talent such as Theron on board--take full advantage of it!
This is not a movie with a lot of dialogue. So as expected, action scenes dominate this movie. But for me, it is those brief moments of dialogue, and those magical moments of non-verbal closeups on characters that are crucial to the story line and allow you to connect to the inner turmoil of the characters.
Up until Charlize Theron's character comes to life on the screen halfway thru the movie, the story is relatively dry. Some actors have that uncanny ability to speak a thousand words thru their eyes; Mel Gibson (original Mad Max movies) has that ability, and Charlize Theron has that ability in this movie. However, I didn't get that from Tom Harding in this film. Rather, he seemed disconnected from his character throughout the movie. Which is surprising considering his great performance in Warrior. In my opinion, an actor should be able to connect with the audience even if they are playing a disconnected character--that's the magic...To that end, I should mention Nicholas Hoult's performance was quite tangible and almost quantifiable in this film.
I'm not a fan of 3-D, and seeing this film in 3-D unfortunately didn't change my opinion. You still don't get that wrap-around affect that would create a truly immersional experience, and the colors are never as vibrant and crisp as in non-3D movies. I'm still waiting to be surprised--hopefully in my lifetime...
Disclaimer, I'm a fan of Charlize Theron. She's an excellent and seasoned actress willing to step up to the plate and show true acting chops in movies like Monster for which she won an Academy Award. I'm also a fan of Mel Gibson, so perhaps Tom Harding just had big shoes to fill...… Expand

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DavidV293May 24, 2015

Oh what a movie, what a lovely movie. Pretty much one of my favorite movies that have 100% action more than boring **** This movie just throws action scenes like you were a kid asking for candy. Never seen the first three Mad Max but thisOh what a movie, what a lovely movie. Pretty much one of my favorite movies that have 100% action more than boring **** This movie just throws action scenes like you were a kid asking for candy. Never seen the first three Mad Max but this just convinced me into watching. By the way Furiosa is badass (;… Expand

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JulioCesar30May 24, 2015

¡Es una obra maestra! todo es perfecto, las actuaciones, efectos, guión, fotografía, etc. Charlize demuestra que es una magnifica actriz y Tom hardy de los mejores actores de la actualidad.

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UnPocoLoco73May 24, 2015

I'm quoting a friend, but Mad Max Fury Road is like drinking a Monster energy drink and chasing it with a Red Bull. This movie is non-stop action. I went in with rather low expectations and was blown away. From the beginning of the movie,I'm quoting a friend, but Mad Max Fury Road is like drinking a Monster energy drink and chasing it with a Red Bull. This movie is non-stop action. I went in with rather low expectations and was blown away. From the beginning of the movie, all the way through to the end is one huge, awesome, car chase. The onesie pajama-wearing, flamethrower guitar playing guy on the mobile speaker semi with drummers on back was genius. This has to be the best movie I have seen this year.… Expand

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mmweissMay 24, 2015

Probably one of the best action films of all time, this new entry to the "Mad Max" franchise is everything you expect it to be and more. George Miller has once again reinvented action cinema.

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sergiomach5May 24, 2015

Yeah its been overpraised, but you know, its hard to call this film anything other than a success in terms of what it wants to do. Its made to show just how to do it in terms of practical bombastic effects, and that CGI should be used to addYeah its been overpraised, but you know, its hard to call this film anything other than a success in terms of what it wants to do. Its made to show just how to do it in terms of practical bombastic effects, and that CGI should be used to add to already great stunts instead of BEING the stunts in themselves. You will be hard pressed not to say 'awesome silliness' when the guitar guy shows up for the first time. If you like action, have a thing for vehicular mayhem, and enjoy the fallout/rage/borderlands wasteland settings, this is for you.… Expand

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goodOctorMay 24, 2015

2 hours of pure fury road awesome action scenes.

Best action film of the year for sure. I want to see more.

Fresh, crazy and beautifully shooted.

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RaiKoiMay 24, 2015

Who would've thought that an action movie could be this amazing. Especially after knowing the director didn't do anything like this after the first series 30 years ago. It blew my mind and went to see it twice (2D and 3D) over the weekend.Who would've thought that an action movie could be this amazing. Especially after knowing the director didn't do anything like this after the first series 30 years ago. It blew my mind and went to see it twice (2D and 3D) over the weekend. The 3D was very good, if it were not for the cheapo glasses at this local cinema. After watching the 2D version I still felt the 3D was the more engaging and spectacular -which I normally don't feel like. I can not wait for 3(!) more films of this awesomeness.… Expand

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JavierChileMay 23, 2015

EXCELENT movie. The world goes crazy. Fury road it's just a movie that wants to deliver non-stop mad action. To achieve this, they didn't want to risk in falling into a cliché action story, so they just skiped this part, and they didn't addEXCELENT movie. The world goes crazy. Fury road it's just a movie that wants to deliver non-stop mad action. To achieve this, they didn't want to risk in falling into a cliché action story, so they just skiped this part, and they didn't add any plot! This isn't something bad, it's just the objective of the movie. The result it's pure fun and spectacularity. If you want to see mad max, this is what you need to expect

Although, I think they truly missed a real opportunity for making a movie worth being worshiped. Just a little more of plot, a simple one, could have made that differece… Expand

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TheWaffleMay 23, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I must have seen a totally different movie than the rest of the critics and reviewers. This was a movie full of cars, gun-fights, and explosions that somehow manages to be boring. The script feels like the first draft for an undergraduate screenwriting class, with Max uttering little more than a few grunts throughout the full two hours, a plan that flies in the face of all the rules for the universe that have already been set, and religious zealots who turn to celebrate the people who killed their messiah. Throw in some sloppy editing and bad pacing and this was ultimately a forgettable film.

Blowing the rocks in the mountain pass already proved to be little more than a temporary road block the first time, yet it is somehow a permanent solution to keeping out the war boys on the return trip. Watching Max try to convince Furiosa that this was a good idea was hilariously painful, especially once you realize that driving 160 days in any direction anywhere on Earth will eventually get you to an ocean, and that no motorcycle could possibly carry enough fuel for that kind of trip.

Nux is somehow converted from his lifetime of religious indoctrination in the course of two minutes, as are all of Immortan Joe's sycophants at the end. They are supposed to believe him as a holy messiah, yet they decide to serve his killers...?

The action was very good for the first half, but gets tiresome about the time that they start flipping people around on poles. The fight choreography starts to get very familiar and the war-rig has already proven completely immune to any kind of damage despite what must have been at least thirty different explosions.

On the point that everyone seems to have latched on to, the idea that this is a feminist film, is completely absurd. The takeaway here is that you matter if you're a young and attractive woman, but if you're old or undesirable then you're just another redshirt killed off without a second's thought. Throughout the whole movie, Joe's pretty wives literally sit in the back seat being completely useless as bad guys crawl up and attack Max from the back or stab Furiosa in the side. This is not Katniss Everdeen finding the strength to save her family and friends. With the exception of Charlize Theron's ass-kicking character the film's central message is nauseatingly regressive "if you're young and attractive then someone will come and save you, and the audience doesn't care one whit if anyone else dies in the process." It is mind-boggling how anyone saw this movie as empowering.… Expand

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MiggyDMay 23, 2015

First and foremost I have not seen any other MM film besides the first one so I have no other film in the series to compare to.

When I go into a film like MAD MAX FURY ROAD, I expect explosions, mayhem, violence and action! action! action!First and foremost I have not seen any other MM film besides the first one so I have no other film in the series to compare to.

When I go into a film like MAD MAX FURY ROAD, I expect explosions, mayhem, violence and action! action! action! If that's what you want to see, then that's exactly what you're going to get. Now as far as finding characters to connect with emotionally and relate to in your past and present then save your money.

This film has a very cut and paste plot not at all deep or emotionally driven but again you paid to see Mad Max, not Dear John or PS I Love You. The duration of the film is spent riding shotgun with four Characters and each one is a blast.

One thing I enjoyed and hated about this film was the fact that even though Max was the title character he had more of a supportive role rather than being the driving force. It could have very well been titled Furiosa: Fury Road and I wouldn't have argued.

Does it stack up to the other films? I wouldn't know. I feel like this film isn't a sequel but rather just a tale set in the Mad Max universe that functions well on it's own. Definitely worth the price of admission… Expand

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KnightyKnightMay 23, 2015

No other action film since Matrix can touch this beautifully orchestrated epic. George Miller is on another level entirely. Went to see it twice and the second time was actually more enjoyable!

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Gresh854May 23, 2015

Mad Max Fury Road is directed by George Miller starring Tom Hardy, Charlize Theron, and Nicholas Hoult and is a continuation to the Mad Max series making this the 4th film. Ladies, Gentlemen, Mad Max Fury Road, was Mind-Blowing. I haven'tMad Max Fury Road is directed by George Miller starring Tom Hardy, Charlize Theron, and Nicholas Hoult and is a continuation to the Mad Max series making this the 4th film. Ladies, Gentlemen, Mad Max Fury Road, was Mind-Blowing. I haven't seen such amazing action sequences in a movie since movies like the Indiana Jones Trilogy, Aliens, Die Hard, Terminator 1 and 2, Kill Bill Vol.1 and 2, and the Matrix! This movies action is unbelievably revolutionary and original that it will make you so pumped to see the movie again and again. Now what makes this movie feel so unique, and so action packed, is its beautiful shots and smooth paced action shots. The big plus is that most of the action in this film is made by practical effects! Lately we have been watching lots of movies with unbelievable amounts of CGI, which is not a bad thing in some ways. I enjoy CGI once and a while it can sometimes be amazing and sometimes terrible. I recently saw Avengers 2 which was full of CGI and I hugely enjoyed the film. But the practical effects in this film were by far better than any of the CGI effects ever released out in the Cinematic Universe!

Characters - Tom Hardy plays Max who is a man mentally troubled by his past, trying to find a path of hope through a futuristic post apocalyptic deserted world. Tom Hardy as Max I felt was a really good cast, especially since Hardy has been doing hugely well in his career. I didn't though feel like his character wasn't too impressive, but he still did a great job as Max. Charlize Theron plays Furiosa a women who is trying to escape with a special group of (I won't spoil what) cargo. She was a really badass character in this films and was a surprising addition to the Mad Max Universe. Nicholas Hoult plays Nux who was honestly my favorite character in the film because I found him the most relatable too. Nux is a member of Immortan Joe's settlement known as The Citadel, but later tries to ally himself with Max and Furiosa. Nux is corrected man who believes that he is destined for something great. I felt Nux was the most emotionally touching character that you can truly care for. Hugh Keays-Byrne plays Immortan Joe who is the main villain who I felt was a pretty badass villain in the film. He wasn't anything real special to the film, but I think he is a terrific addition to the Mad Max series.

Plot - The plot is overall pretty simple. Furiosa is trying to get away from the settlement "The Citadel" with a special cargo when she later runs into Max who doesn't know whether to ally with her, or not. While this occurs, warriors from the Citadel chase down Furiosa throughout a straight through action packed, consistent film. This movie is straight forward action, there's not a ton of dialogue but it works and leaves the audience drooling with "Ahhh".

Score/Soundtrack - I'm not really big on listening to a musical score in a film, but in this film the score is so pumping and exhilarating, you can't help but notice it. Like in Indiana Jones, there is consistent music that just pumps you up and makes you really really excited. This film had that kind of score that can greatly improve your enjoyment for the film.

Action Sequences/Special Effects - The action and effects in this film is what makes Mad Max Fury Road, Mad Max Fury Road. The action in this film is so well directed with smooth and beautifully paced camera-work. Amazing stunt work that just can't make you not geek up and get excited. There was a man with a electric guitar that shot out huge flames playing on a truck with huge surround sound. Tell me that's not awesome!!! The practical effects in the film made me so amazed. Every shot you saw in this film could be a humongous poster that you can put on the Movie Theater walls. Every shot you see you can look at with "Wow" because its so beautiful and awesome! There's this one shot in particular that shows most of the vehicles lined up with a very mixed color sky background that was probably the most enjoyable landscape shot I have ever scene in a film. I am going to see this film in Theaters so many more times just to see the action in this film.

Pros: -Great Casting -Fabulous Action Unlike Anything! -Amazing Effects -Great Casting -Motivating Original Score -Beautiful Landscape Shots -Interesting Narration -Very Unique to Many Action Films of Today

Cons: -I COULDN'T FIND ANY!!!!!!!

Guys, if you miss Mad Max Fury Road you will be missing out on the 2015 ride that you need for this year. It is by far the best film in over a decade and by far the best film so far and I will be quite surprised if this film beats any of my top films for 2015. Mad Max Fury Road Gets An:
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DomenicosuperMay 23, 2015

Un film sopravvalutato sotto tutti i punti di vista.
Non c'è una trama, non ci sono battute, solo inseguimenti che alla lunga stancano.
Non mi spiego come la critica internazionale abbia osannato un film di questo genere, un sempliceUn film sopravvalutato sotto tutti i punti di vista.
Non c'è una trama, non ci sono battute, solo inseguimenti che alla lunga stancano.
Non mi spiego come la critica internazionale abbia osannato un film di questo genere, un semplice blockbuster rastrella danaro la cui unica nota positiva è quella di essere stato diretto da un maestro di 70 anni, che non dimostra alcun segno di debolezza.
Ma una regia, una fotografia e, diciamolo, anche delle performance attoriali davvero impeccabili, nulla possono in un film in cui la trama è piatta e monocorde e senza alcun guizzo di originalità.… Expand

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My_name_is_KhanMay 23, 2015

Mad Max: Fury road is a visually stunning two hour long restless ride through the insanity of a post apocalyptic world quite different from anything I have seen before. However, the happy ending and the general tone of the film, apart fromMad Max: Fury road is a visually stunning two hour long restless ride through the insanity of a post apocalyptic world quite different from anything I have seen before. However, the happy ending and the general tone of the film, apart from one twist that is surprising enough, are not dark and bitter as they should for such a movie, and for such a setting. The title "Mad Max" is somewhat misleading, the true heroin of the story being Furiosa, who makes all the important decisions and has way more character development than Max. But that's not really a problem, since he doesn't seem to have a lot of personality. Anyway, Mad Max is one helluva show, and probably one of the best action flicks I've seen for a long time.
Also: this movie contains an electric guitar with a flamethrower. That should convince any sensible person that it's worthy of two hours of your time.… Expand

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TheZeroPercentMay 23, 2015

I give this a movie a 10 simply because of the set pieces. The vehicle designs are AMAZING, no green screen on these bad boys. About 2/3s through the movie I realized, these set pieces are almost as authentic as the original Star Wars'.I give this a movie a 10 simply because of the set pieces. The vehicle designs are AMAZING, no green screen on these bad boys. About 2/3s through the movie I realized, these set pieces are almost as authentic as the original Star Wars'. Great 'movie', but the set pieces, and the way they are 'set into action' take this film somewhere filming has never been.… Expand

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BasquillyMay 23, 2015

A fantastic film, on par with the Raid and Raid 2 as the best action films this decade. Suffers slightly from weak acting at points, and a rather simple plot line, but achieves exactly what George Miller set out to achieve in terms of styleA fantastic film, on par with the Raid and Raid 2 as the best action films this decade. Suffers slightly from weak acting at points, and a rather simple plot line, but achieves exactly what George Miller set out to achieve in terms of style and excitement, the cornerstones of the Mad Max universe.… Expand

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BrianMcCriticMay 23, 2015

An adrenaline filled thrill ride that is a little short on character but all sorts of crazy fun. Director George Miller hasn't lost a step in making the best of his Mad Max franchise. A-

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Raven25May 23, 2015

Another gender studies essay on the big screen designed to appeal to a new demographic of social justice warriors who couldn't tell a good movie if it hit them in the face. Another rehash of "girls can do anything guys can do, stop oppressingAnother gender studies essay on the big screen designed to appeal to a new demographic of social justice warriors who couldn't tell a good movie if it hit them in the face. Another rehash of "girls can do anything guys can do, stop oppressing us, misogyny is bad!" themes that are so prevalent these days that the media is saturated with it. This has truly become a cliche and in several years will be parodied.… Expand

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JohnJamesMay 22, 2015

Mad Max:Fury Road is a great film.The visuals and the action are great.The characters are good but the action is really what I enjoy.This movie is great and need to be seen!

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MovieGal2016May 22, 2015

There's a lot of hype surrounding this movie. I thought it was visually interesting but a little boring and long. I wouldn't recommend going out of your way to see it. Extremely unrealistic fight scenes - what's with the cirque charactersThere's a lot of hype surrounding this movie. I thought it was visually interesting but a little boring and long. I wouldn't recommend going out of your way to see it. Extremely unrealistic fight scenes - what's with the cirque characters interjected into chase scenes? Just weird.… Expand

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moviematthewMay 22, 2015

I have been thinking that there is no way that George Miller can screw up the "Mad Max" franchise, and this movie proves it. It has everything that made the franchise epic: car chases, interesting characters, and narrative heft. However, thisI have been thinking that there is no way that George Miller can screw up the "Mad Max" franchise, and this movie proves it. It has everything that made the franchise epic: car chases, interesting characters, and narrative heft. However, this movie amps all of these qualities to 11, and even adds some new stuff, like feminism, less dialogue, more wicked visuals, and even more gunfights. In truth, "Mad Max: Fury Road" will be George Miller's greatest comeback, since "Happy Feet".… Expand

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LowbrowCinemaMay 22, 2015

George Miller is back! Sadly, he's just as good but not better. MAD MAX: FURY ROAD has the same exciting flow that the first two films had (let's ignore the monstrous THUNDERDOME) but the non-stop action simply does not feel new. For theGeorge Miller is back! Sadly, he's just as good but not better. MAD MAX: FURY ROAD has the same exciting flow that the first two films had (let's ignore the monstrous THUNDERDOME) but the non-stop action simply does not feel new. For the first hour, I was just bored. Lulled into tedium. Then kick ass visuals jump in and Charlize Theron truly steps up. On that point, there is little Max in MAD MAX. He's barely there fading into the clutter. But what super clutter! Great to see real trucks and cars bang up without CGI. Finally, Miller is back but his new MAX is a bit of a bore. A dullard.… Expand

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judahjsnMay 22, 2015

Totally bananas. Amazing ride. My only critique is that the Hardy/Theron roles were wasted on those actors. It would have been better with unknowns (but probably less marketable).

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FilmaholicMay 22, 2015

This movie was an adrenaline fueled fever dream! From the first shot to the last this movie had it all. The cinematography was absolute top notch. The performances from both Hardy and Theron were fantastic! This movie was totally worthThis movie was an adrenaline fueled fever dream! From the first shot to the last this movie had it all. The cinematography was absolute top notch. The performances from both Hardy and Theron were fantastic! This movie was totally worth the 6 or so year wait. If you are a fan of the OG films then by all means get out and see this. I saw it in 3D which was good for depth but it was not REALLY necessary.… Expand

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JambomoonMay 22, 2015

Just rush in the theater to watch this really non-stop new edge action masterpiece.
Absolutely mad George Miller's product, which shows us how useful 30 years since Mad Max-1 can .be.

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OrudomonkiMay 22, 2015

It's crazy, disgusting, limitless, action ful, beautiful, daring, a disaster, a rampage and sometimes even emotional. It's the full package: two hours full of sheer awesome beautiful action. Damn, I love this movie! WHAT A LOVELY MOVIE!

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SpillydMay 22, 2015

Insane Max is more like it! This is one of the few movies I can't wait to see in the theater for the second time. It's so overwhelming in the best way possible. It's like watching a fireworks display where they just light everything off atInsane Max is more like it! This is one of the few movies I can't wait to see in the theater for the second time. It's so overwhelming in the best way possible. It's like watching a fireworks display where they just light everything off at the same time.
Negative reviews seem to be limited to 2 camps. Dudes that question their sexuality and therefore can't stand to see any woman in an action movie that isn't completely hopeless or those that thought they were seeing a masterpiece theater show and walked into the wrong screening. Was Alien a bad movie because it had a strong female character and flamethrowers? Max is still clearly the biggest badass around and if you need more character development watch the first 3 movies so you know his story.
Shiny and Chrome all the way through!!!… Expand

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perikaltMay 22, 2015

The best movie of 2015! The following was extremely awesome: The visual effects, the sound effects, the film score, the suspense, the cinematography and editing. This movie was worth watching at the theater. I strongly recommend this movie.The best movie of 2015! The following was extremely awesome: The visual effects, the sound effects, the film score, the suspense, the cinematography and editing. This movie was worth watching at the theater. I strongly recommend this movie. 10 out of 10!… Expand

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ROSACMay 22, 2015

So funny to read some of the negative reviews. People really wanted to go to a serious movie, with a serious plot, containing realism. Are you kidding me? It's like going to a Tarantino movie and expecting meditations on life or a deeplySo funny to read some of the negative reviews. People really wanted to go to a serious movie, with a serious plot, containing realism. Are you kidding me? It's like going to a Tarantino movie and expecting meditations on life or a deeply philosophical movie. It's cinema. It's art. Visual art. That is what "Mad Max: Fury Road" is. Art. Visual art. The characters are not bad for a movie that, at its core, is clearly an action movie. I mean take this movie and compare it with "Furious 7". It's like comparing Hemingway ("MM:FR") with children's books ("F7").

People don't know how to take things just how they are and interpret when necessary, not all the time. Some movies are just here to watch them, shut up, go home and think "oh, that George Miller guy just pulled off one of the greatest action movies ever". Yes, this movie makes the Marvel universe and the Fast & Furious franchise look inept for a lack of a better word.

Really loved the movie. If you like movies, you should go. If you like feel good stories, you shouldn't go.… Expand

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mojo4956May 22, 2015

I saw this movie yesterday at the biggest cinema in Norway in 3D. I have to say the plot it ridiculous, and the characters are one dimensional. Who are these People? Why are they suffering? It makes no sense to me. The younger generatios haveI saw this movie yesterday at the biggest cinema in Norway in 3D. I have to say the plot it ridiculous, and the characters are one dimensional. Who are these People? Why are they suffering? It makes no sense to me. The younger generatios have no recollection of the Movies made in 79 and the 80's I would presume, so based on this as a standalone Movie is maybe worse than if i were not. It got great reviews in Norway, I don't see it . Really dissapointed that this is a Movie made by the originally director.....… Expand

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jonnxMay 22, 2015

What you get, if you mix very old franchise, simple action movie, rock music video, "art" movie, great effects, very simple feminist message, circus, and I don't even know what?
Fantastic movie according to most people, kind of crappy notWhat you get, if you mix very old franchise, simple action movie, rock music video, "art" movie, great effects, very simple feminist message, circus, and I don't even know what?
Fantastic movie according to most people, kind of crappy not function mess according to others.

Why the artistic spin in the middle of the movie? We switch rock music, explosions and car races for symphonic music, monochromatic shots and "deep" life messages? That part broke the movie for me.
Then we continue with more explosions and races, but now with circus performance like stunts? Where that come from and why it is in mad max?
Why is there this feminist narrative : evil old diseased white guys destroyed the world and with army of violent fanatic white guys enslaved people. luckily are brought down by few of virtuous women.
so deep message, so progressive, so original...
Lets not skip plot holes and realism, it was supposed to be action movie.

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PaperThingMay 22, 2015

Very good - almost irritatingly so - it is epic and visceral on a scale which, upon leaving the theatre, leaves you emotionally drained and stunned.

Truly good, the only flaws were possibly the hard-transition edits.

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ZlatanMay 21, 2015

Twisted metal game, meets mad max. My wife hated it. I loved it. It's a must see for petrol heads period. Attention to details on cars and costumes is mind blowing. What is holding me back from a perfect 10, is a bit of disconnection to theTwisted metal game, meets mad max. My wife hated it. I loved it. It's a must see for petrol heads period. Attention to details on cars and costumes is mind blowing. What is holding me back from a perfect 10, is a bit of disconnection to the main characters. But go and see it...… Expand

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bgirlMay 21, 2015

This is one of the best film experiences I have had in a long time. My reaction reminds me how I felt when I first saw The Matrix. This was a crazy ride. I felt like throughout the entire movie I needed to catch my breath but in a good way.This is one of the best film experiences I have had in a long time. My reaction reminds me how I felt when I first saw The Matrix. This was a crazy ride. I felt like throughout the entire movie I needed to catch my breath but in a good way. It was definitely a roller coaster. Really appreciate the storyline and especially because George Miller didn't have an agenda when writing this. It just evolved into the story that it is. Visually, it has some incredible shots and so happy it's not CGI. This was outstanding filmmaking to me and made excited to sit in theater and watch a movie.

I'm definitely going to see it again.… Expand

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trooper1993May 21, 2015

120 Minutes of pure Alpha-male adrenaline making it by far one of the most rewarding movies screened this year. The overall quality of all the aspects in this movie ranging from actors make-up to the storyline are superb. Best of all, this120 Minutes of pure Alpha-male adrenaline making it by far one of the most rewarding movies screened this year. The overall quality of all the aspects in this movie ranging from actors make-up to the storyline are superb. Best of all, this movie extends its climax point throughout the entire duration as it is a continuos roller coaster of intense action and tension. The only reason why this movie doesn't deserve a full 10 is due to the fact that the storyline does not follow a real creative and mind breaking turning point.… Expand

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WheelzFourReelzMay 21, 2015

Mad Max: Fury Road is a masterpiece among action movies. The visuals, the stunts, the brutality overall is an absolutely amazing experience. Not to mention that the film is well acted with some very interesting characters and a solid messageMad Max: Fury Road is a masterpiece among action movies. The visuals, the stunts, the brutality overall is an absolutely amazing experience. Not to mention that the film is well acted with some very interesting characters and a solid message about redemption and hope. This is a film every action fan needs to see, for it is truly spectacular.… Expand

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darthgamer79May 21, 2015

A masterpiece of action and cinema made like the old days, before all digital effects and green screens. sure it does use of new technology, but all his core is made by sweat and muscle. the cast is perfect and the rhythm is amazing. GeorgeA masterpiece of action and cinema made like the old days, before all digital effects and green screens. sure it does use of new technology, but all his core is made by sweat and muscle. the cast is perfect and the rhythm is amazing. George Miller has put to shame all cation movies from the last 15 years. cheers… Expand

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Efreet69May 21, 2015

I've never seen anything like this in my entire life. I blinked maybe nine times during the whole film, and not at all during the first act. This is an extremely rare "must-not-miss" film. Charlize Theron, in particular, is astonishing.I've never seen anything like this in my entire life. I blinked maybe nine times during the whole film, and not at all during the first act. This is an extremely rare "must-not-miss" film. Charlize Theron, in particular, is astonishing. And, it's not "just an action film." "Mad Max: Fury Road" has depth of story and character that I hadn't expected.

See it on a huge screen, in 3D, but make sure you sit far enough from the screen to take in the whole image without swinging your head left and right too much. Don't wait until this comes out for home viewing; this is one of the few movies you must experience on a large theater screen.… Expand

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chrismovieguyMay 21, 2015

i wasnt exactly sure going in what to expect from this movie never saw any of the originals but wow were my worries put to rest pretty damn quickly full of fun and adventure i loved it edge of your seat thrills from start to finish cant thinki wasnt exactly sure going in what to expect from this movie never saw any of the originals but wow were my worries put to rest pretty damn quickly full of fun and adventure i loved it edge of your seat thrills from start to finish cant think of a reason not to see it recomend for teen boys & their fathers let the girls go see pitch perfect 2 'another goooooddddddd movie ' highly recomend u see it god is really smiling down on action movie fans this year i say see it… Expand

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outlawvenomMay 21, 2015

We've all heard the movie praise from critics claiming, "This movie is non-stop action!" for other films. Every time I've seen one of those, that claim has been a lie. There are always breaks in the action.
Mad Max: Fury Road is not non-stopWe've all heard the movie praise from critics claiming, "This movie is non-stop action!" for other films. Every time I've seen one of those, that claim has been a lie. There are always breaks in the action.
Mad Max: Fury Road is not non-stop action, but it's the closest I've ever seen to actually achieving and earning that praise. Within the first 25 minutes, you've got a chase scene fit for the finale of most films, and it just keeps building from there. The film is like the cover of a metal album mixed with guns and the greatest monster truck rally / destruction derby you've ever scene. I can't sell this movie enough. If you like action movies, you will like, neigh, you will LOVE this. Gosh . . . What a Lovely Day!… Expand

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ozerov_ivanMay 21, 2015

Certainly one of the best blockbusters in recent years, really smart action mixed with excellent visuals, supported by a combination of brilliant colors and skillful editing. The film is live, you believe what is happening on screen, in factCertainly one of the best blockbusters in recent years, really smart action mixed with excellent visuals, supported by a combination of brilliant colors and skillful editing. The film is live, you believe what is happening on screen, in fact 80% of tricks were performed without the use of special effects. Post-apocalyptic world is shown competently and detailed. At the same time new Mad Max is essentially a stretched two hours Short chronologically located between the first and the second films of the original trilogy. It is indicative that the script is represented by the 3,500 storyboards. So it turns out that too much action makes look heroes unexamined, their actions often are not motivated, and some dialogues do not cause anything but a confusion. And even such lightweight script manages to include the typical large blockbusters logical blunders. But do not care, it is a great attraction - the madness in its purest form!… Expand

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busbfranMay 21, 2015

Mad Max is an exciting roller coaster that never ends! One of the best remakes in recent times. Full of incredible action sequences, crisp story telling and award winning acting. Fury Road demands a sequel that we will all be waiting for.

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SpangleMay 20, 2015

Featuring incredible action sequences, brilliant car chases, great special effects, beautiful mise en scene, great acting, and stellar direction, Mad Max: Fury Road shows that reboots do not need to be terrible. Though I have not seen theFeaturing incredible action sequences, brilliant car chases, great special effects, beautiful mise en scene, great acting, and stellar direction, Mad Max: Fury Road shows that reboots do not need to be terrible. Though I have not seen the first three, I opted to see this one due to the great word of mouth and ultimately, I was incredibly satisfied. With an absolutely riveting world created that seems vast and unique in nature, Fury Road feels just like an epic action film should. Tom Hardy, Charlize Theron, and Nicholas Hoult, are all fantastic, especially Hoult who really steals the show at times. The makeup is great and completely convincing. However, the real star here for me was the beautiful cinematography (which is gorgeous btw) and phenomenal special effects, which were the definition of perfection. The car chases featured both very well, which is why those scenes were undoubtedly my favorite and probably some of the most exhilarating and well plotted car chases I have seen in a film. Truly a great action film, if I was an action junkie, this would be a 10/10, but I am not. All the same, this is still a great film that provides all the heart stopping action and thrills that it should.… Expand

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EffigyXMay 20, 2015

The kind of visual feast that makes your eyes water, with action that makes your heart pound, and grounded on characters that actually make it all matter. And not just Max and Furiosa, but also the bad guys, who all have their own memorableThe kind of visual feast that makes your eyes water, with action that makes your heart pound, and grounded on characters that actually make it all matter. And not just Max and Furiosa, but also the bad guys, who all have their own memorable visuals, even after only a few seconds on screen.

I'll echo many others and say it's one of the best action moves ever.… Expand

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MetamadMay 20, 2015

Stunning fast paced movie with non- stop action and jaw dropping stunts. Great characters, costumes and camera play. True to the Mad Max series? My favorite movie in years!

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jamessamuelMay 20, 2015

For the first time in many years, as a man i was rooting for a strong female character. I didn't care about Max at all. I really liked the female lead and how they made her more of a badass than max. Its good to see an action movie that isn'tFor the first time in many years, as a man i was rooting for a strong female character. I didn't care about Max at all. I really liked the female lead and how they made her more of a badass than max. Its good to see an action movie that isn't about the male rescues the girl and then girl has sex with him....the usual **** Its a 10/10 for me great action and great acting.… Expand

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StevieGJDMay 20, 2015

Fury Road is visually stunning and the action is filmed very well. Tom Hardy and Charlise Theron are very good as the central characters. The overall story is fine too. What separates this very good action movie from great action movies isFury Road is visually stunning and the action is filmed very well. Tom Hardy and Charlise Theron are very good as the central characters. The overall story is fine too. What separates this very good action movie from great action movies is (as it often is) the bad guy. The main villain is awful and mean and vicious. But there is nothing explaining his evil. All of his followers are equally unmotivated. While the characters of Theron and Hardy get a great deal of back story and motivation, the villains alas, do not. It still is very entertaining, well filmed and well edited. And I love action movies too. They are my guilty pleasure. This just did not have enough for me.… Expand

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fbellevilleMay 20, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Simply the worst movie I have seen in years. Filling 2 hours with non-stop action does not make a movie good. Especially if the action is repetitive (pale guys jumping on and off a truck). Sometimes you can guess the movie was filmed at a very low speed and was later accelerated in the montage, like when the cars flip over.
The wives don't fit in the picture, apparently they just wanted to add some spice to the movie. It gets funny when they attempt to act. Of course, one of the wives is pregnant and her belly starts to hurt at a quite unpleasant time, sad coincidence.
You come out of the theater asking yourself what the hell you just spent 2 hours looking at. Definitely not a masterpiece, even if all critics around the world seem to think otherwise. It's in fact so bad that i signed up to metacritic just to write a honest review about how bad it was.
Apparently if you write a random hyperbole about a oil-monarchy and how unfair it is to its peasants with some totally random heros fighting it, you are guaranteed of success. It's so deep because I can relate it easily to the world i live in without having to think too much. Masterpiece. Bravo.

put your theater money in the blender, it'll be more entertaining and less time consuming.… Expand

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FrescoSalem91May 20, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The art of nothing or an ode to skin heads, would've been a more appropriate title rather than Mad Max. I don't think the audience got a good grasp on how Max was Mad. Maybe part 2 will further unravel his character. Aside from the skin heads and the demonic s***, I really enjoyed the 2 hour long action pack car chase movie. I love the cinematography and the too hot sex slaves, in addition to the Salvador Dali surrealism feel to it. But as a minority, I didn't know rather to be offended or entertained.… Expand

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martinfanMay 20, 2015

Not enough Max. Way too much concentration on the Furiosa character, who really wasn't that interesting. Action was good, but as an overall film there are better ones out there.

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georgin95May 20, 2015

For the longest time, having watched dozens of action movies, I assumed that you can't possibly make a movie made of pure loud action for two hours straight. Mad Max proved me wrong.

It started with a loud bang and that never stopped untilFor the longest time, having watched dozens of action movies, I assumed that you can't possibly make a movie made of pure loud action for two hours straight. Mad Max proved me wrong.

It started with a loud bang and that never stopped until the credits started rolling. The movie instantly throws the build-up part out of the window, jumping straight to the main point of itself - noise, big cars and explosions. And not the Michael Bay type of explosions for the sake of explosions. Every crash, every hit makes sense.

Character start at near to no relationship to each other. And not a single minute of the movie is spent developing them with nothing going on around. All character traits are revealed and developed during all the mayhem, going on around. And when it isn't shoved in your face, you start to appreciate and understand, what is going on, by yourself.

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Even though quite a few character die throughout the movie, we realise that it happens during a massive chase and movie makes sure you don't have time to mourn fallen heroes. A swift move of respect is made before refocusing on the task in hand - trying to survive fire, bullets and spears, heading in your direction.

Brilliant movie, which will make you hold your breath for all 2 hours and make you want more.… Expand

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googolendtimesMay 20, 2015

What a lovely day, indeed.

Embodied in Tom Hardy's exceedingly competent hands, Mad Max has been flawlessly and unforgettably resurrected from the bloodstained sands of director George Miller's breathtaking nightmarish vistas like aWhat a lovely day, indeed.

Embodied in Tom Hardy's exceedingly competent hands, Mad Max has been flawlessly and unforgettably resurrected from the bloodstained sands of director George Miller's breathtaking nightmarish vistas like a phoenix and surges forth on the muscular crest of this propulsive thrill ride, fuelled by a potent cocktail of octane, testosterone, diesel fuel and masterfully rendered insanity.

Let it be said, partly as an endorsement and partly as a word of warning: for the duration of its two hour running time, "Fury Road" never relents. It exerts a special kind of hold over your senses - an experience guaranteed to burn your eyes out of your sockets and shatter your eardrums. It simply never stops - just roars and thrashes its way through 120 minutes of mesmeric, unadulterated madness. It sustains a raw and palpable tension throughout. This is the most confident and convicted reinvention of the blockbusters since "The Dark Knight". This is genre fusion - a Spaghetti western, a B-movie, a dystopian thriller, a chase and a survivalist drama. It is an examination of the human condition in the harshest conditions. It has B-movie stylings, but is assuredly wrapped in blockbuster packaging and marries the two seamlessly and perfectly. Accordingly, every technical detail is uniquely refined so that it explodes from the screen - the cinematography, editing, sound engineering, score, cohesive direction, and the performances (especially that of Charlize Theron, whose nuanced yet sensational portrayal of Furiosa is one that is immediately iconic).

No amount of hosannas however can adequately answer the main question associated with this movie. Yet I will now try to answer that question now in four words.

The question: is "Mad Max: Fury Road" worth the hype?

The answer: yes. Oh God yes.… Expand

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sassycatMay 20, 2015

I love Mad Max movies. For me it was very exciting to finally have another movie out to see. This was a visually stimulating action packed movie. Hardy did a good job but I will always be partial to Mel. In fact I think it is a cryingI love Mad Max movies. For me it was very exciting to finally have another movie out to see. This was a visually stimulating action packed movie. Hardy did a good job but I will always be partial to Mel. In fact I think it is a crying shame that Gibson didn't play the lead role in this movie. It would have been the icing on the cake. Charlize is beautiful and her eyes pierce the screen. The 3D effects are fantastic. Several times I thought I needed to protect myself from flying debris. I laughed out loud on several occasions because some of the stunts are out of this world. I miss you Mel!… Expand

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Bryan_IrvingMay 20, 2015

Absolutely incredible. I found it difficult to blink in this movie because I didn't want to miss the action. Possibly the best action movie ever and I realize that is a bold statement, but still. I love this movie and can't wait to get itAbsolutely incredible. I found it difficult to blink in this movie because I didn't want to miss the action. Possibly the best action movie ever and I realize that is a bold statement, but still. I love this movie and can't wait to get it on Blu-ray.… Expand

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andrewmakatsariMay 20, 2015

Mad Max:Fury Road is one of the best action films ever made,a pure 2-hour, relentless roller-coaster ride that never slows down,never lets action lose focus ,energy and sense of risk and danger,but most importantly,the aspect missing in bigMad Max:Fury Road is one of the best action films ever made,a pure 2-hour, relentless roller-coaster ride that never slows down,never lets action lose focus ,energy and sense of risk and danger,but most importantly,the aspect missing in big summer blockbuster movies these days,it never becomes senseless and in fact does it's best to portray unique and interesting characters in a rich,beautiful and violently insane world,that George Miller has crafted so brilliantly almost 30 years ago.

As a Hummungus(pun intended) fan of Mel Gibson's portrayal of Max Rockatansky,so i could not wait to see how Tom Hardy would fill in the shoes of The Road Warrior,since his acting material for the last couple of years,has been nothing short of astonishing,and once again he does a superb job of modernizing the character for the younger audiences,while also keeping enough of sadness and despair from his performance that reminds the fans that this is the man who lost everything,tried to fix it and went mad. However,the real show-stealer in the film is Charlize Theron who plays a real female version of The Road Warrior,Imperator Furiosa,whose name strucks fear and demands respect amongst Immortan Joe's army(whose actor pllayed Toecutter,in the original Mad Max),both play their parts stunningly and Furiosa is going to be remembered in History as "one of the most badass female warrior in film history",she's that good.Nicholas Hoult turns in the usually charismatic performance that is indeed very expected of him,and his character Nux provides craziness and innocence wrapped up into one package or a blood bag.Immortan Joe's wives provide the traditional damsels in distress ,yet George MIller still makes them strong and independent by having each partake in a moment critical to success in victory in one of film's many exciting action seqeuences.

The action ,the cars,the stunts,the choreography and George Miller himself,are the real stars of the film.Miller finds strange beauty inside the chaos and destruction of the film,he uses practical effects to a degree no other director has used in a movie like this,even better than the original trilogy's action combined,the level of cinematography and the astonishing shots of the desoalte wasteland look amazing,and will definetely leave some breathless.What George Miller also manages to bring back is tension and the feeling of vulnerability to the main protagonist,due to careful construction of each sequence,knowledge of geographic location of cars and the environment and the careful use of cotraptions and poles that swing back and forth and force characters into unexpected and dangerous situations.It's nail-biting really and by the time the film's done,you'll find yourself sweating and positively exhausted,from all the action films i've seen(and i've seen many)this one has some of the best car combat in cinema and some of the most gorgeous cinematography to date,it is a visual masterpiece,and George Miller is one of the few rare directors that don't lose their talent as they get older,and pack as much kinetic punch as some of the younger directors in the industry.Last,but not least the score of the film is terrific and totally rocks,heavy metal and drums have never been utilized this well,Junkie XL has outdone himself and made a very fitting and detailed musical composition to the film,that gets intergrated into the story of War boys and how Guitarists and drummers get used for rallying up warriors together and setting them in a fighting mood,clever writing from Miller and McCarthy results in a concept this ridicoulously over-the-top making more sense than you would imagine and pack thrills that most heavy metal concerts can't.

George Miller has returned with an enormous bang and revived this long-forgotten but legendary franchise and set it roaring on the fury road with vicious speed and even more meaning,simply put it is not only the best movie of the year so far,it is also the best movie you'll see this summer and one of the best action films i've ever seen,welcome back Max,you've been missed.… Expand

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Pyro7778May 20, 2015

Hardly any character development....Really confused why a movie titled "Mad Max" wouldn't have Max as the main character. As they say, you can't beat the original, and this definitely doesn't come close. Really disappointed.

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jetbrownMay 20, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What the hell did I just see? This is a film about a bunch of completely insane loonies on a road trip from hell, through a post-apocalyptic waste-land, to save a bunch of people from a totally nuts scary looking boss dude who drips feeds water to the rest of the population. They even have a crazy guy playing a crazy guitar with fire shooting out the neck of the guitar, on a truck. It was very AC/DC. But aside from all this, this film moves at break-neck speed. It has some of the best stunts (if not THE best) ever performed for the screen. It has a good plot, and acting. But most importantly, it has a VISION. And that is what I think makes it great. George Miller is a master of filming action. It shows in every scene. This film is more like a ride than a film.… Expand

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foxgroveMay 20, 2015

It’s been thirty years since Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome hit the cinemas bearing almost no resemblance whatsoever with 1979’s Mad Max and its sequel in 1981, The Road Warrior. The original Mad Max was uniquely odd and the second film, ifIt’s been thirty years since Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome hit the cinemas bearing almost no resemblance whatsoever with 1979’s Mad Max and its sequel in 1981, The Road Warrior. The original Mad Max was uniquely odd and the second film, if memory serves correctly, was exciting if a tad more conventional. Beyond Thunderdome was just a disaster. A copper bottomed clinker that had Tina Turner appear for novelty value in addition to a load of dishevelled snotty nosed brats. This combination ensured thatt the turn off was complete. Thankfully, Fury Road is considerably better than that debacle, but is some way behind the earlier two instalments and is certainly not worthy of the euphoric reviews and praise that have been heaped upon it by both the critics and public, singing in unison for once it would appear. Production values are sound and it must be said that visually the film is an absolute delight. John Seale’s cinematic compositions for day and night are constantly impressive and there is one corker of a moment when what looks like a sand dune suddenly metamorphosis’s into Max (Tom Hardy). There is also much stylisation in the battle scenes with jump cuts adding immeasurably to the impact and editing that moves along at the rate of knots. The sound is another strong plus and whilst there is plenty of appropriate menace in the score one is unprepared for just how beautiful the music is here.
So what’s wrong with it? Well, unfortunately, the story is as light as a feather. This is basically just a two hour chase movie and only the most dedicated Max fans will not be tempted to give in to the unerring crash, bang, and wallop pointlessness of it all, despite the many technical strengths on display. Of the actors, Charlize Theron is really rather good in a role that is a million miles away from anything she has ever done before. Nicholas Hoult, unrecognisable under impressive make-up, is ok, but the weakest of the three leads. I use the term ‘lead’ loosely as Tom Hardy’s Max seems to be relegated to a supporting role here, even if the actor turns in another one of his customarily good performances. There is no doubting that Hardy is a better actor than Gibson, but for my money Max 1 and 2 remain the yardsticks by which the other films should be judged.… Expand

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NordSkyrimMay 20, 2015

Normally I do not write reviews on movies, music, art, etc. But it could not resist a couple of lines cherkanut is) a gesture. This is really brutal))) The best fighter in the last 5 years, and perhaps much more. Just 2:00 non-stop action.Normally I do not write reviews on movies, music, art, etc. But it could not resist a couple of lines cherkanut is) a gesture. This is really brutal))) The best fighter in the last 5 years, and perhaps much more. Just 2:00 non-stop action. Ideal all - from the operator and special effects to the actors and the atmosphere of the game. About cars a separate issue -. It is necessary to see) See necessarily, namely in IMAX 3D, if there are in your city. Cons did not find - well, except that of the little Max in the frame.
9.9 / 10.
P / S - guitarist Laban on guitar ofigenski need to give a separate award.
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EnormoMay 19, 2015

This movie was a spectacle... a top notch spectacle. Every shot was a painting. Every concept was over the top. Every scene was a 20 minute non-stop buzz saw of guzzoline-filled action.

What this film lacked was the sense of isolationThis movie was a spectacle... a top notch spectacle. Every shot was a painting. Every concept was over the top. Every scene was a 20 minute non-stop buzz saw of guzzoline-filled action.

What this film lacked was the sense of isolation found in Road Warrior & Thunderdome. Part of the problem was the scale and budget of the film. Everything was bigger and more densely populated. Adding to that was the fact there there was such little down time, particularly at the beginning of the film. It gave me the feeling that world was made up of relatively densely populated and advanced enclaves that were in pretty close proximity to each other. Sure, the main civilization was run by a totalitarian madman but other than that it was well organized, running efficiently and generally in great shape. What happened to the rag-tag tribes that could barely scratching out an existence from a deserted post-apocalyptic wasteland?

While technically and cinematically incredible, I think Miller couldn't see the forest for the trees and forgot what made the last two films so haunting and memorable.… Expand

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fgallindoMay 19, 2015

OUTSTANDING ! Mad Max: Fury Road is an opera in four acts by George Miller, what he does in this film is pure art, there is no other way to describe. Miller gives a lesson in how to keep a movie in full motion without missing a beat orOUTSTANDING ! Mad Max: Fury Road is an opera in four acts by George Miller, what he does in this film is pure art, there is no other way to describe. Miller gives a lesson in how to keep a movie in full motion without missing a beat or consistency. It adds up to a stranger and stunning scenery, with a distorted vision of society that goes deep into human despair; maybe a little stimulated by Miller in fact also be a doctor, something that can offer a person a more worrying vision and clarified on many aspects of life. It explores what's more sinister and ugly in human nature without being deprived by fear that can shock weaker hearts with your images. Mad Max does not want to wave it on our own. Insanity is the concept.… Expand

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jokerdeusMay 19, 2015

A masterpiece of the genre. Mixing perfectly the modern CGs with old fashion aesthetics and designs. This is the post apocalyptic world like we never seen it before but in our minds reading old sci fi books and comics. Now it's on screen,A masterpiece of the genre. Mixing perfectly the modern CGs with old fashion aesthetics and designs. This is the post apocalyptic world like we never seen it before but in our minds reading old sci fi books and comics. Now it's on screen, with a genius touch, and is definitely brilliant.… Expand

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chriscoppsMay 19, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I saw as a screener (for free), without any real expectations, and having not looked into any early reviews. In the end I spent most of the movie making snide comments to my friends and laughing at how implausible and poorly thought out it was, wishing there was a plot. It did become so ridiculous it was fun once in a while, but mostly it was just pointless and weird. I proceeded to check the reviews online when I got home thinking "this movie is going to get destroyed" - but no, everyone LOVES it?!! After reading about the "practical" stunts etc. - sure I'm impressed, but I still think overall the movie is so stupid that I signed up for a metacritic account just to say so! I could generate a list of 100 ways this is ridiculous (like if bullets and gas were in limited supply, why is everyone shooting guns and flamethrowers into the sky?) I truly felt nothing for these characters and was quite glad when it ended (with the "good guys" just dumping all the water into the desert!). There are other reviews here that more accurately capture why this movie makes no sense (look for the red reviews) - I just wanted to express my confusion as to the widespread acclaim for this movie. I guess I just missed the point.… Expand

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gproteinreceptoMay 19, 2015

There is no plot. There are no characters. There is no realism. There is, however, a great deal of random loud irritating nonsense happening incessantly. This film baffles, as a more or less identical film, minus perhaps some stylistic flair,There is no plot. There are no characters. There is no realism. There is, however, a great deal of random loud irritating nonsense happening incessantly. This film baffles, as a more or less identical film, minus perhaps some stylistic flair, could have been, and has been, directed by Michael Bay. Why anyone would like this or praise it in the way it has been, boggles the mind. It borders on unwatchable. Like the Dark Crystal, only instead of nothing happening and a bunch of deranged muppets limping about, here we have frenetic action courtesy decadent semi humans, where everything happens, but for no reason and to no point. This is the cure for insomnia.… Expand

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dithyrambusMay 19, 2015

This is an action movie. That is it, nothing more and nothing less. It has no higher meaning, you get what you get, it won't make you feel any different from when you walked into the theatre. It's like going to see a glorified Michael BayThis is an action movie. That is it, nothing more and nothing less. It has no higher meaning, you get what you get, it won't make you feel any different from when you walked into the theatre. It's like going to see a glorified Michael Bay movie, albeit with better cinematography. The acclaim that this movie has received is undeserved, as it is just like any other action movie out there, it does nothing special. The times that the movie does take a turn from the two hour long car chase are pretty mediocre with unconvincing acting all around, really. Tom Hardy does a pretty okay job in this film, but he also has the same style as he does in a great majority of his work. It is a fun ride and an enjoyable watch, but not a groundbreaking development for action films.… Expand

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Jbles303May 19, 2015

A must see. George Miller has a return to the franchise he blessed us with over 34 Years Ago, and you will not want to miss out on seeing this film on the big screen. What a spectacle. Easily one of the greatest action films in recentA must see. George Miller has a return to the franchise he blessed us with over 34 Years Ago, and you will not want to miss out on seeing this film on the big screen. What a spectacle. Easily one of the greatest action films in recent history, possibly of all time.… Expand

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MaGGoT95May 19, 2015

The action in this movie was kick ass yes! But every single thing else sucked.. **** plot, **** acting (for the most part), disgraceful dialogue, some of the worst characters and absolutely zero character development is present.. The factThe action in this movie was kick ass yes! But every single thing else sucked.. **** plot, **** acting (for the most part), disgraceful dialogue, some of the worst characters and absolutely zero character development is present.. The fact that the action in this movie is awesome is not even close to bringing it back to redemption. And calling one of the best movies of all time? I know your biased but dude, dude...... Dude.... You cant be serious, no way can you be serious.. 3/10.. Take away all dialogue and characters and leave only the action and you got a solid 8 but jesus was it bad..… Expand

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ovrthtop34May 19, 2015

It really is this simple: Mad Max: Fury Road is about as pure an action film as you will ever get.

The simplicity does not end there as the world of Mad Max is a world where actions speak louder than words and to slow down means to die.It really is this simple: Mad Max: Fury Road is about as pure an action film as you will ever get.

The simplicity does not end there as the world of Mad Max is a world where actions speak louder than words and to slow down means to die. Based upon these traits of the film, the essence is in those actions. In this day and age of movies filled with excessive dialogue and needless commentary and filler, it is refreshing to see a movie that focuses on the action not the words. Pure action movie! As a result the cinematography comes into play as well and the film is beautifully shot! Colors explode on the screen and crash sequences are given the same treatment as a Sam Peckinpah death scene: Slow motion ballet of destruction and death. The script might be light on dialogue, but this means there must be an economy of language and as such it must continually say something and reveal something and it does. Miller does not offer explanations for things. We must fill in the blanks. As a result this simple plot becomes more complex as we supply interpretation. This can make many people feel uneasy. Yes, I said it, this film is more cerebral than the negative critics are making it. This complexity lies in the details weather it be the writing on the wall declaring that people are not things to be owned or the alter where War Boys pray before doing Joe's dirty work or the message of hope and the futile realization that in this wasteland hope is indeed a mistake. Even when the film comes to an end, there is no true indicator that everyone will "make it out" but they now have a fighting chance. But it is not the ending that matters the most, but what happens from opening to ending. In this world movement is life and survival and vibrancy. We see a myriad of cinematic tropes manifest: false hope, religion as control, mobility versus immobility, gender roles and the confusion between them, these are just a few. When I watched the film I didn't want to be analytical. I saved that for afterward and to my surprise there are significant elements open to critical analysis.

The final analysis however is that the film should be watched by anyone wishing to see a well made action film that grips you from start to finish and to be honest... this has not been the case for many films of the past decade.… Expand

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vcca15May 19, 2015

One of the best movies I've seen in years, easily the best action movie I've seen in a long time, Tom Hardy is amazing. The action never stops, and for the first time ever I'm actually looking forward for the sequels

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matty3232May 19, 2015

Absolutely confused as to what i watched? What seemed to have an amazing and interesting premise fell flat on it's face. No character build up, No in depth back story about the Universe. What i saw was a 2 hour car chase......Not worth the money.

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blanks09May 19, 2015

I just didn't see it. I'm trying my best to find the qualities that so many seem to love about this movie but it's just not there for me. This is a very paint by numbers, a to b to c story that does absolutely nothing new. This movie is a 2I just didn't see it. I'm trying my best to find the qualities that so many seem to love about this movie but it's just not there for me. This is a very paint by numbers, a to b to c story that does absolutely nothing new. This movie is a 2 hour car chase that, despite what so many others are saying, you've seen before. There's little to no back story and no reason to care about these characters past the "I hope they don't get caught" sentiment. Maybe the fact that so many people love this is more of a testament to the lack of quality movies these days more so than it is about Fury Road being "that good".… Expand

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LarkfeastMay 19, 2015

This is a movie without a soul. The story and plot is non-existent or barely there at all. If you were to remove all dialogue from the movie, it would be the same movie. The characters are shallow and you end up wanting everyone to dieThis is a movie without a soul. The story and plot is non-existent or barely there at all. If you were to remove all dialogue from the movie, it would be the same movie. The characters are shallow and you end up wanting everyone to die because you dont care about them at all. However, the camera shots, action scenes and stunts were the best ive ever seen. Unfortunately the cgi enhancing the explosions and action scenes were mediocre. Im giving a 6/10 for a great movie without a story.… Expand

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McWhirtzMay 19, 2015

Your eyes will melt watching this, and when your synapses in your brain finally catch up it's over - 2 hours of the best road movie action ever. Mike drop.

You want more? Ok. As an Australian I'm hugely proud this film finally got made.Your eyes will melt watching this, and when your synapses in your brain finally catch up it's over - 2 hours of the best road movie action ever. Mike drop.

You want more? Ok.

As an Australian I'm hugely proud this film finally got made. Accents aside (what's Tom Hardy doing to the 20 words he has to say?!) the women drive (sorry) this insane roller coaster along and we "witness" it all through Max. Epic, crazy, provocative, evocative. I've been twice already.… Expand

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HucksterMay 19, 2015

Wow - all those critic and user reviews were right - this really is the most amazing, authentic film to come along in years. What a non-stop ride - the stunts were beyond impossible and were clear and visible unlike most action films withWow - all those critic and user reviews were right - this really is the most amazing, authentic film to come along in years. What a non-stop ride - the stunts were beyond impossible and were clear and visible unlike most action films with lots of cgi. The soundtrack kept you on the edge of your seat and the visuals were wholly original and extremely gob-smacking. I loved it from beginning to end. This film is totally insane - you cannot keep still or quiet as the spectacle unfolds.… Expand

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AliceofXMay 19, 2015

It's typical of action movie advertising to promise that "the thrills never stop" in a trailer with clips from the 2 or 3 best moments. Mad Max: Fury Road has the rare trailer that accurately depicts the experience that you are going to getIt's typical of action movie advertising to promise that "the thrills never stop" in a trailer with clips from the 2 or 3 best moments. Mad Max: Fury Road has the rare trailer that accurately depicts the experience that you are going to get walking into that movie theater. It's almost non-stop action with a minimalist plot.

Now I have seen some people complain about that aspect of the movie - the plot of the film and little character development. And I have to admit that it did grate on me a little, my more accurate score would be 8.5. But that is a very minor nitpick because a movie that is a visual spectacle would only suffer in having a complicated plot. The story in Mad Max: Fury Road is simple, but it works.

Typically saying "much action, little plot" would be an insult, but George Miller manages to create a masterpiece that, similarly to last year's Lego Movie, puts to shame the inferiors and shows just how glorious things could be when done right.… Expand

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DiseasedFaceMay 19, 2015

Serenely orchestrated and crafted, Mad Max is a masterpiece wrapped up (albeit quite brutally) in the apocalyptic wasteland of Australia. Epic and unexpectedly moving, the film is a thrill and a spectacle from beginning to finish. The pacingSerenely orchestrated and crafted, Mad Max is a masterpiece wrapped up (albeit quite brutally) in the apocalyptic wasteland of Australia. Epic and unexpectedly moving, the film is a thrill and a spectacle from beginning to finish. The pacing of the film was brilliant with every break a much needed affair following what has got to be some of the most amazing set piece stunts one have ever seen on the big screen.
Although we will generally remember Mad Max as an action masterpiece, it was the quieter times that this film really strikes a chord for audiences to care for its surprisingly engaging characters. The backdrop of the desolate landscape provides some of the best wide angle shots in cinematic history and the tone of the adrenaline pumping action always leave pulses of excitement and thrill for the next invigorating engagement.
The imagery of the film is both surreal and imaginative. I acknowledge that some set and character designs may not be for everyone's taste but one cannot deny that George Miller has a daring vision for his films. With total confidence, the film exists in its own world without the need to tiresomely weigh down the story with back story or explanations. The brilliant aspect of the world of Mad Max is there isn't a specific shot or conversation that feels out of place to illustrate a feature of the its unique environment or culture. Everything is just there for the audience to see and discover and eventually come to accept as a dramatic re imagination of the reality which we exist in.
Overall, I felt the film to be a call back to the old days when people came to cinemas to have an experience. To have an opportunity to see something truly special. Mad Max is certainly such a ride. This is a definite must-see. (and a worthy one in 3-D too)… Expand

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TVJerryMay 19, 2015

Director George Miller has returned to the character that made him famous 36 years ago. The landscape is bleaker and the action is more pumped. Tom Hardy & Charlize Theron play rebels who are trying to escape the evil overlords, or at leastDirector George Miller has returned to the character that made him famous 36 years ago. The landscape is bleaker and the action is more pumped. Tom Hardy & Charlize Theron play rebels who are trying to escape the evil overlords, or at least outrun them, but forget story and dialogue: This is all about spectacular stunts, incredible art direction and furious action. The relentless pace and virtually non-stop clashes are sometimes so hectic that it's hard to figure out what's happening. The thick accents and noisy sound sometime make the dialogue a challenge, but it doesn't really matter. The massive soundtrack by Junkie XL adds another level of intensity. This film is inventive in the extreme and dizzying in it's bravura direction.… Expand

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NerdConsultantMay 19, 2015

Mad Max Fury Road is a lot of insane, over the top car chases, mad characters and with brilliant action and over the top stunt work. So basically another Mad Max film!! But I’m gonna go out on a limb and say this one’s my new favourite IfMad Max Fury Road is a lot of insane, over the top car chases, mad characters and with brilliant action and over the top stunt work. So basically another Mad Max film!! But I’m gonna go out on a limb and say this one’s my new favourite If you liked the previous entries, this is definitely one you should check out. George Miller is on fantastic form with this film and it’s amazing to think it took him this long to re-capture it. Tom Hardy is well cast in his role, though I do believe Nicholas Hoult is the best actor in the whole film and both of them complement Charlize Theron’s performance very well. There is never a dull moment, the characters are really good and I actually think this would be a pretty good jumping on point for newcomers. I would recommend seeing the first two movies prior to seeing this and some long time fans may be a bit confused by some elements that have been added to the film, mainly Max’s flashbacks. This is absolutely brilliant, though be warned there is a bit of a gore factor at points, though it’s not to the extent that it will be absolutely wince inducing. Many people are calling this the best action movie of the last 5 years and while I personally still think that honour belongs to the Avengers this is still a contender for that title.

All that’s left to say is what a movie, WHAT A LOVELY MOVIE!!!… Expand

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