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lasttimeisawJun 6, 2015

At last, I get the chance to watch this much-hyped action-er in the local theatre, squeezed in a third-rate screen-room with a pretty small screen, this is what I can find for a current movie enters its third week run in Cairo, the hardwareAt last, I get the chance to watch this much-hyped action-er in the local theatre, squeezed in a third-rate screen-room with a pretty small screen, this is what I can find for a current movie enters its third week run in Cairo, the hardware facilities are inferior, but we should all make the best of what we can acquire.

This reboot of the cult brand of MAD MAX from the mastermind behind its original trilogy is a felicitous remedy to the generational fatigue of CGI-rampaged action tentpoles the world is overloaded with presently. After decades of immersion into animation filmmaking (paid off with an Oscar trophy for HAPPY FEET 2006 with his co-directors), George Miller’s grandiose return to live-action feature, the first one after LORENZO’S OIL in 1992, detonates the genre film enthusiasts with its cutting-edge visual spectacles which counter-act the current trend with the majority of its staggering set pieces accomplished with blood-and-flesh stuntmen and authentic objects other than virtual fictionalisation aided by computers, more pleasingly, the film has already conducts a profitable box-office trajectory worldwide, albeit it bears a hefty budget of $150 millions.

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Trev29Oct 18, 2015

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

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Wraithe1Jun 24, 2015

Action-driven from start to finish. Me and the kids really liked this one. The only thing that I wish they had done to put it over the top would have been to tie in the original Toecutter villain from the first movie with the Immortan villainAction-driven from start to finish. Me and the kids really liked this one. The only thing that I wish they had done to put it over the top would have been to tie in the original Toecutter villain from the first movie with the Immortan villain in Fury Road. Its the same actor (Hugh Keays-Byrne) for crying out loud!! There could have been all kinds of medical explanation given for how he survived getting obliterated by a semi to have to wear a re-breather mask and special armor. Otherwise it was still awesome. The character development from both sides of the conflict was interesting and gave the story much more depth. Well, more depth than one would expect from a 2 hour chase film. Enjoy!… Expand

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thabudJun 1, 2015

Best action film of all time. The visuals the gullyness of this film are insane. If you're a true male you will enjoy the **** out of this film, facts.

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kevinmaikanaSep 5, 2015

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

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DonoRCMay 16, 2015

Mad Max: Fury Road is one of those movies that sets the bar. Not only did it set the bar, but it set the bar so high that other movies are gonna be clamoring to catch up. Like the originals, this one is going to spawn LOTS and LOTS of copyMad Max: Fury Road is one of those movies that sets the bar. Not only did it set the bar, but it set the bar so high that other movies are gonna be clamoring to catch up. Like the originals, this one is going to spawn LOTS and LOTS of copy and inspire loads of new stories. This movie is near literally a 90 minute car chase, and I loved every minute of it. If you see this movie, do yourself a favor. Watch it in D-Box while you can. D-Box are those chairs that have vibration and motion in them, allowing you to feel the movie. That, in combination with Real-D 3D, makes this movie a true spectacle to behold. The BEST vehicle oriented action movie to date. Yeah, I'm talking to you Furious Seven! Also, Bane himself as Max and Charlize Theron as Furiosa do an EXCELLENT job. They deserve every award that inevitably comes their way.… Expand

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MrTibsterJun 6, 2015

The most perfect chase movie of the past decade. Acting is flawless, Hardy is perfect replacement for Gibson, Theron steals the show as Furiosa and supporting cast are all engaging. Action is none stop and never boring. Visuals are stunningThe most perfect chase movie of the past decade. Acting is flawless, Hardy is perfect replacement for Gibson, Theron steals the show as Furiosa and supporting cast are all engaging. Action is none stop and never boring. Visuals are stunning and crashes are jaw dropping. Miller has raised the bar for action, and cannot wait for the sequels.… Expand

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reviewf00Jun 17, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie is ridiculous. I have no idea why it's so highly rated by Tomatoes and why everyone seems to love it. It's a two-hour car chase. It's not even clever or well-done by action standards; it tries to be stylized but just ends up looking cheap, and not awesome. The effects are obvious and not well done. It was really, really dull.

I was so bored after the first 40 minutes--which was just mindless violence with the barest of plot flecks--that I pondered leaving.

I swaer to god when they turned around to go back to the Citadel I almost groaned, because I knew it would be the exact same as the first half of the movie, just in the opposite direction. And it was.

And the ending couldn't have been more of a "we're making a sequel so this is a non-ending" if it tried.

Don't get me wrong. I love action movies. Indiana Jones, The Matrix, V for Vendetta, Terminator 2, even something like Dark Knight, these are all action movies that are in the 90% review range. Mad Max is a pile of garbage compared to these, and doesn't deserve to be as highly rated, not even for the "fun factor". It's just bland and uninteresting.… Expand

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trexJan 14, 2016

Just like Slumdog Millionaire--I was so excited to see this and couldn't get past the first hour. I'd like to say I watched every single minute and gave it a truly fair chance, but it was a bit like watching X games. I get tired of thoseJust like Slumdog Millionaire--I was so excited to see this and couldn't get past the first hour. I'd like to say I watched every single minute and gave it a truly fair chance, but it was a bit like watching X games. I get tired of those after the first few neat tricks. This was predictable and boring after the first three things blew up. I thought that a story might be developing with the breeders, but they ended up just being boring passengers. I truly respect everything the special effects people did, but truthfully---it was a bit like watching fireworks--fun for the first 10 minutes, but then if you have anything else to do, you usually go do that instead. Also--why in the world is anyone saying that Charlieze Theron is doing brilliant acting work here? Where? When? I've seen this actress tear up the screen and she is one of my very favorites, but in this? Sorry---not seeing it or feeling it.… Expand

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Alex_lJun 2, 2015

Marvelous movie. Hi octane non-stop ultra violence grand scale visual injection straight through the eyes into your brain joy-zone. You will be totally happy, otherwise it's not you story.

After movie I was happy like I was as kid. 100/100

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AWassermanDec 20, 2015

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

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THe_NoMaDDec 28, 2015

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

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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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SeanGamerDaysMay 16, 2015

This movie, is wicked awesome! A fresh action-packed movie, that dosent make you gives a s--t about nudity (which sometimes does). Follow Max, as his car (The Pursuit) get stolen (again), as he tries to f--kin survive, the Scavengers...This movie, is wicked awesome! A fresh action-packed movie, that dosent make you gives a s--t about nudity (which sometimes does). Follow Max, as his car (The Pursuit) get stolen (again), as he tries to f--kin survive, the Scavengers... (alright... enough)

The movie does spectacular stuff! Bringing "Tom Hardy" was one of "George Miller" best decision in "Fury Road". I know alot of people says "Mel Gibson is f--king cool, not Hardy!". Look stupid, Mel Gibson is f--king old! He's 51! Did we ever wanna see Mad Max getting old? F--k no! You know it's "A Lovely Day" to watch Fury Road. So go buy your tickets now, before Miller making more sequel...… Expand

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Jim222001May 30, 2015

Mad Max Fury Road defines the words fast and furious much more so than the Vin Dielsel movies. The movie is bad ass and insane from start to finish. I was just disappointed that it doesn't really take time to reintroduce Max to new audiences.Mad Max Fury Road defines the words fast and furious much more so than the Vin Dielsel movies. The movie is bad ass and insane from start to finish. I was just disappointed that it doesn't really take time to reintroduce Max to new audiences. I guess the girl he sees from time to time is supposed to be the child he lost in the first film despite his child being a boy toddler in that.
With that said though the film grips you and never lets go with kick ass action and stunts. The visuals and musical score are also amazing. Mad Max Fury Road hopefully makes enough money for another film. However a 5th film that takes a little bit more time developing Max. And maybe on just a little bit less acid lol.… Expand

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fungusgnatJun 6, 2015

Two hours of noise, smash-ups, blow-ups, and tough love. So, what else is there to say but . . . This is great stuff! No, really, I’m a sucker for harrowing visions of sick societies challenged by damaged goods. The visions here areTwo hours of noise, smash-ups, blow-ups, and tough love. So, what else is there to say but . . . This is great stuff! No, really, I’m a sucker for harrowing visions of sick societies challenged by damaged goods. The visions here are horrifyingly realized in the blast furnace of Miller’s imagination and slammed across the desert with the help of an angry industrial-symphonic score. Of course, it’s generally difficult to tell just what the hell is going on at any moment, particularly in the first half-hour when various subspecies of low-lifes are yelling at each other in Australian over the clanging of noisy machinery. But you can enjoy this flick just by getting the gist of the factions and the action and rooting for the good guys as you watch them earn each other’s trust. Turan of the L.A. Times has it right: “Fury Road” is film boiled down to its essence--a crucible of sight and sound. The only disappointment is knowing that there’ll be very few films more exciting than this out the rest of the year.… Expand

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ReubenIsAGodJun 20, 2015

Basically a 2 hour long post-apocalyptic car chase, with Tom Hardy and co. Also the film has a guy that plays a guitar that **** shoots fire. Mad Max Fury Road is basically the most metal film of 2015.

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sanyrubJun 6, 2015

Best blockbuster and film in general of 2015 so far (will be very difficult for any other film to top it). Best action film in years. Probably in as many years as I can remember. It is pretty much a perfect film with a lot of creativity,Best blockbuster and film in general of 2015 so far (will be very difficult for any other film to top it). Best action film in years. Probably in as many years as I can remember. It is pretty much a perfect film with a lot of creativity, stunning visuals, stunning cinematography, action-packed, incredibly fast-paced and a great story which doesn´t need a lot of dialogue to move forward the events. One thing I love about it is the personality of the film, in a big part achieved thanks to its two lead actors: Tom Hardy and Charlize Theron (the true star of the film) are outstanding here. So much restraint, so much passion, so much love for their craft, perfect performances, the type of roles that become iconic. People need to see this, it is beyond words. In this world of sequels which become repetitive and too childish, Mad Max and last years Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, have proved you can make it right: top quality and commercial appeal. Incredible from the first scene to the hair-raising last one.
An almost perfect 9.5 from me.… Expand

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CarribeanDeanJul 13, 2015

I never liked Tom Hardy. he is bland and monotonous. Now he brings his monotony to Mad Max, the latest of sacred 'man's movies' to be emasculated by feminism. Bane masks (yeah he ruined a Batman also with his boring monotony) are rampant.I never liked Tom Hardy. he is bland and monotonous. Now he brings his monotony to Mad Max, the latest of sacred 'man's movies' to be emasculated by feminism. Bane masks (yeah he ruined a Batman also with his boring monotony) are rampant. too much heavy handed feminism spoils what otherwise is some of the most beautiful cgi photography and action scenes in a long time. Charlize Theron is fantastic as always, but an abhorrent plot--A tanker of breast milk--I'm not kidding, really makes it bad. I miss good, strong women like Tina Turner, who managed charm and grace along with strength. Other strong female characters who did it right were the love interest in Raiders of the Lost ark, and the young girl from the new True Grit remake.… Expand

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filmlover1Jun 18, 2015

Ok as a huge mad max 1 and 2 fan I have to say I'm utterly perplexed by the rave reviews from all over the world media - are we watching the same movie? Will those reviewers still think Fury road is any good by next week when they'veOk as a huge mad max 1 and 2 fan I have to say I'm utterly perplexed by the rave reviews from all over the world media - are we watching the same movie? Will those reviewers still think Fury road is any good by next week when they've forgotten this movie and woken up to reality?

What a disappointment!! George Miller how could you have come up with a movie this bad? Ok Max got away with just 17 lines in MM2 but the movie had earth and substance! Tom Hardy reduces Max to a boring mute idiot, sidelined by Charlize Theron who usually does ok in movies. Not this one unfortunately. The bad guys in MM1 and MM2 were real characters and real people. Everyone in the film had a purpose, a reason to be. No one in this film is connected to any part of anything. Its a totally disconnected silly stage act that insults the viewer on a number of levels .
As for the vehicles- ok its better than nothing ( thunderdome) but they are foolish, unreal, disneyesque, and absurd - almost like trying to impress an adult with a transformer toy. They wouldn't last a day in a real apocalyptic landscape, prompting too many questions like why and how?
The plot -They go somewhere and turn around and go back again. Driving miss daisy with a bit more horsepower, but less storyline. And a few cirque de soleil clowns thrown in who do some zany acrobatics."oooh I heard the stunts were real and not cgi"
What character development ? Zilch! why were the baddies so bad? I don't know or really care. They certainly aren't real or menacing like the humungous. They don't create an iota of tension or a modicum of memorability
This movie is the diametric opposite to its relatively austere Aussie dirt outback heritage, which is replaced by fake yellow fantasy sandstorms direct from the mummy returns - Why were they driving in there again? Don't ask yourself these questions as there are no reasons for anything in Fury Road.

The feminism is a contrived twist that does nothing to improve the film, as no characters are developed male or female.

If you can ignore the lack of acting, plot or story, what is left is 2 hours of whacky silly nonsense and pointless races/pyro/ explosions. . Unlike the previous films fury road is a hollow movie that betrays its genuine fan base and treats the rest of the audience like a bunch of morons with A.D.D. Sadly its been such a long time coming but consigned as an opportunity lost.… Expand

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NikolaJun 24, 2015

One word.
Overrated.
Not bad movie, but far from the best.
I expect more from caracters, but all movie turn to the action.
I think that the film missed chance.

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Jayro99Sep 4, 2015

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

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KaarenJun 23, 2015

Why did it cost so much to make this movie? Even the numberless action scenes all looked the same. I have never been less impressed.

No story, no dialogue, no character development, no nothing. I had no idea who those running people were,Why did it cost so much to make this movie? Even the numberless action scenes all looked the same. I have never been less impressed.

No story, no dialogue, no character development, no nothing. I had no idea who those running people were, and I didn't give the slightest damn. Some of them died, and I didn't feel sorry the tiniest bit.

It was my first Tom Hardy movie, and it's certainly my last. He was trying too hard with the throaty voice. He had no body language and no facial expressions. According to this movie, he's a very bad actor.

Charles Theron was OK, but even the fact that she's one of my favorites didn't make me care about her suffering at the end of the movie.

You can't just expect people to care about random people running around and dying.

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Odin-Jun 27, 2015

Mad Max: Fury Road is completely overrated.

Make no mistake, its basically one long car chase whilst trying to masquerade itself as something more. The plot itself is absurd and in its execution is inordinately action packed, to anMad Max: Fury Road is completely overrated.

Make no mistake, its basically one long car chase whilst trying to masquerade itself as something more.

The plot itself is absurd and in its execution is inordinately action packed, to an extend you feel exhausted, fueling the desire for the movie to simply end. The theme of a post apocalyptic world is taken to its very extreme which ruined any hope of taking it seriously in the first place.

The subtle injections of feminism don't necessarily degrade the narrative, it does a good job of doing that on its own, but it does add to a more implausible scenario where you have women well passed their menopausal threshold engaging in activities that are normally accustomed to navy seals and bikie gangs.

Its a long, tedious and gratuitous bore... the taken 3, if you will.… Expand

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moviemitch96May 17, 2015

Prepare to have your mind blown by this film!!! Everything comes together marvelously, from the visually striking action sequences, to the powerful lead performances from Tom Hardy and Charlize Theron! In addition, we also get a breathtakingPrepare to have your mind blown by this film!!! Everything comes together marvelously, from the visually striking action sequences, to the powerful lead performances from Tom Hardy and Charlize Theron! In addition, we also get a breathtaking post-apocalyptic setting that's never looked better! And unlike most action films, it even has a witty screenplay and dialogue and contains several clever and humorous moments at all the right times! Overall, not only is this easily the best summer kickoff film so far this year, but it's also without a doubt one of the most exciting and impressive films I've seen so far this year! George Miller brilliantly outdoes himself with this more than welcome return to Max's post-apocalyptic world we've come to know and love! What a lovely day indeed! And what a lovely film as well!… 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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B-rockMay 17, 2015

If this movie doesn’t set a new standard for blockbuster cinema, I don’t know what will. I mean if this film does not click with the audience and flops, that means it’s not the filmmakers’ fault, it’s the audience that will spell the end ofIf this movie doesn’t set a new standard for blockbuster cinema, I don’t know what will. I mean if this film does not click with the audience and flops, that means it’s not the filmmakers’ fault, it’s the audience that will spell the end of innovating, original, fresh daring, bold blockbusters like these, which are already impossible to make in this day and age. To say this is the movie of the year would be an understatement, it’s quite simply a stunning work of art, filled with impressionistic visual splendour that stuns you from beginning to end. George Miller proves why he’s a master filmmaker when it comes to staging epic stunts and, of course, chase sequences. And it wouldn’t be an overestimation if I deem Fury Road (2015) superior to Road Warrior (1981) and as the best of the Mad Max series. This one takes the cake for being the must watch movie of the year; one that demands to be seen only on the biggest IMAX screen you can find. For once the hype and the reviews more than lived up to expectations. Action and blockbuster cinema simply does not get better than this, the bar has been set very high.… Expand

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MadmaxdavidtealMay 16, 2015

And FYI @dieoptix do not apparently state something that you have no conclusive memory too. A quote from Immortan Joe: "Do not become addicted to water, it will take hold of you and you will resent its absence."

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SwandiveMay 18, 2015

This is the kind of movie Michael Bay imagines he makes.

Mad Max fury road is like a drugged out insane re-imagining of Mad Max 2, with 150 million dollars of budget powering unparalleled vehicular destruction, lunatic action scenes and aThis is the kind of movie Michael Bay imagines he makes.

Mad Max fury road is like a drugged out insane re-imagining of Mad Max 2, with 150 million dollars of budget powering unparalleled vehicular destruction, lunatic action scenes and a strong characterisation all anchored by someone who has an actual vision. George Miller knows where the action is happening and wants the people watching to know too. Not too many jump cuts, no insane closeups or swoops unless it makes things better,

It's the best movie I've seen in two or three years, and possibly the best film too.… Expand

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jerickfMay 15, 2015

Great movie'm faithful follower of Mad Max and was very pleased, it was worth the 30 year wait, thank Miller for bring back Mad Max the road warrior

Buenísima película soy fiel seguidor de mad max y quede muy satisfecho, valió la pena losGreat movie'm faithful follower of Mad Max and was very pleased, it was worth the 30 year wait, thank Miller for bring back Mad Max the road warrior

Buenísima película soy fiel seguidor de mad max y quede muy satisfecho, valió la pena los 30 años de espera, gracias Miller por regresar si a Max el guerrero de la carretera… Expand

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WiscoJoeMay 15, 2015

Mad Max: Fury Word distills cinema to its most primal elements and then sets it all on fire. You've never seen a movie like this and you probably never will again. Never have I felt so scared of what humanity could become, while marveling atMad Max: Fury Word distills cinema to its most primal elements and then sets it all on fire. You've never seen a movie like this and you probably never will again. Never have I felt so scared of what humanity could become, while marveling at what humanity can achieve. Abandon sanity all ye who enter here.… Expand

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jlplattenMay 18, 2015

This movie is not as groundbreaking as all the reviewers will have you believe. It's a great movie without a doubt, but there were some aspects of the film I didn't like that made me lower my score.

First off, the world Miller created isThis movie is not as groundbreaking as all the reviewers will have you believe. It's a great movie without a doubt, but there were some aspects of the film I didn't like that made me lower my score.

First off, the world Miller created is amazing. Everyone and everything is crazy in true Mad Max fashion. This leads to having great visuals and action scenes throughout the entire film. However, there was almost too much action in the film, that by the end the finale just wasn't that impactful. The action itself is amazing. It didn't feel choreographed at all. It had a very spontaneous feel to it, which made it seem real and authentic. You know, the way action should be! I'm tired of watching computer game action sequences in films today. So this was a much needed breath of fresh air.

Second, I hate movies in which I can't understand dialogue anymore. Actors are instructed to talk crazy to give characters more depth. Ok, I understand that, but it's so bad that I can't understand half the things being said. Luckily, the female characters (who are not crazy) I can understand clearly. All the male crazy characters have weird accents, machines over their faces to distort their words, or are just flat out yelling. Yes, the world is crazy in a beautfiul way... but I would like to know what they are saying while doing crazy things. I'll put on subtitles next time I watch this film.

Finally, my biggest beef with the movie is the Mad Max character himself. I know the main complaint some might have is that he wasn't the main character in the film. I'm not bothered by that at all. My problem is that he doesn't feel like the same character I loved in the original films. The whole charm of the original Mad Max films for me is that Max himself was a calm, cool, collected badass in a world gone crazy. Max is suppose to be above it all, however in this film he's portayed as someone who's pretty much as crazy as everyone else. He's no longer calm and collected, but not he's screaming, paranoid, frantic, and haunted by his family's death... His family's death in the first film didn't consume him several years later when looking at Road Warrior or Thunderdome. Did anyone else feel like this Max character wasn't really the Max we've seen in the prior three films? It didn't to me, and it was bugging me the whole film.… Expand

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ErimudJul 3, 2015

Movie starts out perfect, Max has a sweet monolog and then jumps in his bad ass car, I was pumped. However, that was the last time you see him driving a 'car'. The rest of the movie is him dancing around on top of a semi truck.
The entireMovie starts out perfect, Max has a sweet monolog and then jumps in his bad ass car, I was pumped. However, that was the last time you see him driving a 'car'. The rest of the movie is him dancing around on top of a semi truck.
The entire movie is based around being in or on top of that damn semi truck. At one point (near the second half) they finally ditch the semi truck, and low and behold they decide to get back in and keep using it for the rest of the movie.
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GerfyGerberMay 16, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I can make a review of this movie in just 2 words: Guitar Guy.

Holy hell was this movie badass, everything about it was so cool in every way possible.… Expand

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tigerfan814May 15, 2015

I can honestly say that Mr. Miller has not lost his touch whatsoever! Best action movie I have seen in many eons! Kudos to the Mad Max crew. Cannot wait for a repeat viewing.

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Branden_LuceroMay 16, 2015

If you are an anti-feminist, then by all means avoid this movie - because you're going to be in for one hell of a ride. all the women stole the show, with extreme high praise to Charlize Theron as Imperator Furiosa. Two hours of nonstopIf you are an anti-feminist, then by all means avoid this movie - because you're going to be in for one hell of a ride. all the women stole the show, with extreme high praise to Charlize Theron as Imperator Furiosa. Two hours of nonstop adrenaline, mixed in with a hefty amount of emotion, it eats at you wanting even enemy-turned allies to stay alive throughout.

Tom Hardy is the perfect replacement as Max Rockatanksy, and it lives up to every amount of hype that you had any worries for. The film was beautifully shot, the wasteland was like nothing i had ever seen before in a post-apocalyptic world. And to think that 99% of the time, you are watching real stunt work, and real practical effects: every vehicle is real and crafted to be menacing. I havent felt this happy over an action movie in over a decade.

Fury Road has set the bar high for all action movies after it, and is going to be one difficult experience to top for the remainder of the year. Oh, and how can we forget the guy with the flamethrower guitar? George Miller, you just gave the middle finger to all of Hollywood thereafter. This is how a cinema should be done.… Expand

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Mazmorrero47May 16, 2015

I came to Mad Max: Fury Road for the over the top action scenes, but came across a very clever, subtle and nuanced social commentary about several issues that leaves a big room for interpretations and thoughts. The characters are quite richI came to Mad Max: Fury Road for the over the top action scenes, but came across a very clever, subtle and nuanced social commentary about several issues that leaves a big room for interpretations and thoughts. The characters are quite rich from an emotional standpoint and elevated by overall excellent performances, which also happen to be very fun to watch. There's a lot of creativity put into the stunt work, which keeps you at the edge of your seat. Overall, it was very satisfying to see a summer movie this surprisngly good after the disappointment of Avengers: Age of Ultron.… Expand

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AxgrinderJun 14, 2015

This movie is an idiot’s delight.

One of the nice things about the original Mad Max trilogy is that the movies got progressively better. Unfortunately, Fury Road has regressed on all counts. The story line is essentially a repeat ofThis movie is an idiot’s delight.

One of the nice things about the original Mad Max trilogy is that the movies got progressively better.
Unfortunately, Fury Road has regressed on all counts. The story line is essentially a repeat of Thunder Road, which makes it predictable. The dialogue is pathetic. (The first few words out Charlize Theron’s mouth are a big clue.) The movie becomes increasingly tedious as you begin to realize that what you are watching is a 107 minute long car chase. The fight scenes are unoriginal, unless you happen to think that a guy sitting on top of a long bamboo pole strapped to a car, that rocks back a forth like a metronome is creative genius. The bad guys are a bunch of brainwashed lemmings. Max has become a zombie and is nearly empathy proof. Numerous parts of the movie are aggravatingly illogical. (How do those old woman living in the desert survive? Where do they get the gas for their motorcycles?)

The original Mad Max movie was hardly great film making. It was a low budget, foreign film, and the American version used voice overs. The story line was essentially a Dirty Harry movie set in a post-apocalyptic Australian Outback. But Mel Gibson’s character was compelling, and you found yourself rooting for him to survive and avenge his family’s death.

The sequel (Thunder Road) also had a rather basic story line, (the good guys have an oil well and the bad guys want it), and there wasn’t much dialogue. The characters weren’t well developed, but they were interesting. The good guys were quirky, and the bad guys were extreme. They weren’t your run of the mill sociopaths, they were nuts, so crazy they made you laugh, and they had great costumes, too. They wore make-up, sported Mohawk haircuts, and dressed in punk leather bondage clothing.

The third installment (Beyond Thunder Dome) was another action feast for the eyes, but the movie finally moved beyond campy. It had a complex story line, original fight scenes, some actual dialogue, and a musical score to boot. It was, far and away the best movie of the trilogy.

I recommend Fury Road only if you’ve seen and enjoyed every Fast & Furious movie ever made.… Expand

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Bioware-CriticJun 14, 2015

What a joke!
The movies get more stupid every year ...
An IQ of 80 is a prerequisite.What a joke!
The movies get more stupid every year ...
An IQ of 80 is a prerequisite.
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DokaluJun 23, 2015

This movie is everything you want an action movie to be. Explosions everywhere, no shaky cam, excellent special effects, amazing action, fast cars, and a guitarist playing a fire guitar on the top of a truck in the middle of a high-speedThis movie is everything you want an action movie to be. Explosions everywhere, no shaky cam, excellent special effects, amazing action, fast cars, and a guitarist playing a fire guitar on the top of a truck in the middle of a high-speed persecution. Seriously. Amazing acting, AMAZING directing; and, also, very unexpectedly, a very good, emotional story. You can really feel about this characters, and know what is their true purpose, but it doesn't show you unnecessary scenes. I mean, the story is excellent, and it's also controlled perfectly so it doesn't show you things that are going to make you yawn, just the right amount to keep the constant action always in a non-stop ride.
This is truly one of the best action movies I've ever seen, it may be the best only-action movie of the entire decade. When you enter there, the first thing you'll have to keep in mind is the fact that this film is absolutely nuts.… Expand

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zomboidmikeMay 16, 2015

Masterpiece. It was since ages that i was waiting for a sequel of one of the best movie ever. And that's better. Love Tom Hardy as actor and action man

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SuperponteMay 16, 2015

Simply amazing. Miller pulled off a minor miracle here. The action was incredible, the acting great, but the design was impeccable. This is a world with a mythology in place, fully realized. I hope he makes the 2 sequels he is hoping for.

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t1993May 16, 2015

What a lovely day indeed. George Miller's breathtaking and visually stunning symphony of destruction will keep your heart pumping like crazy for 2 hours.

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sshilevMay 18, 2015

This is my first review on this site and what I want to say is: what a movie! What a lovely movie! The directing was just incredible. The music transfers you on the battlefield. The visuals, the cascade, the fights, the costumes, theThis is my first review on this site and what I want to say is: what a movie! What a lovely movie! The directing was just incredible. The music transfers you on the battlefield. The visuals, the cascade, the fights, the costumes, the characters were simply brilliant. It was like watching an action scene a hour long. Bravo to WB.… Expand

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EpicRetroNerdMay 18, 2015

Best action movie of the decade. Maybe the best one of all time. Mad Max Fury Road is an absolute masterpiece. Charlize Theron is brilliant as furiosa and Tom Hardy is great as Max and he does not say much, but he is still badass. The actionBest action movie of the decade. Maybe the best one of all time. Mad Max Fury Road is an absolute masterpiece. Charlize Theron is brilliant as furiosa and Tom Hardy is great as Max and he does not say much, but he is still badass. The action scenes are phenomenal and they are mostly all practical effects. The cinematography is great and the women in this movie are badass. The cars look stunning and the world George Miller created is brilliant. You are immersed into the world from the get go and Nicholas Hoult is another great character in the movie. The soundtrack is poetic and at some points my jaw dropped and i was smiling at how good the action scenes were, I could not hold it in. The ending was great and everything about this movie is awesome. It is completely balls to the wall crazy. There is a guy with a electric guitar that spews out fire. It is awesome and completely mad! What a lovely movie.… Expand

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erikmc12Jun 1, 2015

Mad Max: Fury Road? A film (and an entire saga) approved and sponsored by Pope Francis!! :))
An other masterpiece by George Miller. His 'christian trilogy' (Faith, Hope and finally _with this last movie_ LOVE) started with 'The road warrior'Mad Max: Fury Road? A film (and an entire saga) approved and sponsored by Pope Francis!! :))
An other masterpiece by George Miller. His 'christian trilogy' (Faith, Hope and finally _with this last movie_ LOVE) started with 'The road warrior' is now complete.… Expand

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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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moonman1994May 16, 2015

Rarely do you find an action movie that manages to be action packed throughout the entire movie but Mad Max: Fury Road is that film. The best thing about the film is that the action varies throughout the film and this allows the action toRarely do you find an action movie that manages to be action packed throughout the entire movie but Mad Max: Fury Road is that film. The best thing about the film is that the action varies throughout the film and this allows the action to stay just as tense and great to watch from start to finish. The characters were also very interesting to watch on screen and even with sparse dialogue it was easy to see their motivations and the ways that they change throughout the film.… Expand

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StaticSpineMay 17, 2015

Very dynamic and intense. A really decent continuation/reboot of the franchise. The story is pretty basic, but the action never stops! Hope to see more Mad Max movies in the future.

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TheDude-Jun 1, 2015

Jaw dropping action, intriguing plot and characters topped off with an insane sprawling universe mad max fury road is the best movie of the year so far and might be the best action movie ever !.

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RazerNNov 21, 2015

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

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

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

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prince_warheroSep 4, 2015

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

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

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

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crudo0Jun 26, 2015

mad max e l'accanimento delle persone a dichiaralo "miglior film", "capolavoro" ecc. Preannuncia l'arrivo di "CULO" al cinema, il famoso cult che la gente del futuro andava a vedere al cinema, nel film Idiocracy... per quanto riguarda madmad max e l'accanimento delle persone a dichiaralo "miglior film", "capolavoro" ecc. Preannuncia l'arrivo di "CULO" al cinema, il famoso cult che la gente del futuro andava a vedere al cinema, nel film Idiocracy... per quanto riguarda mad max: SCENEGGIATURA: una merda atomica, un bambino delle elementari saprebbe scrivere meglio, REGIA: piena di errori, esperimenti di effetti quali sfocatura e accelerazioni che sono solo fastidiosi, scene brutte inquadrature brutte, errori da principianti... MONTAGGIO: qualche scena tagliata male, ma tutto sommato accettabile (tutti sanno fare il montaggio è praticamente impossibile fare un cattivo montaggio eppure qualche errore è stato commesso anche sotto questo aspetto...); TRUCCO: ottimo, uno dei pochi pregi.. FOTOGRAFIA: bella, COLONNA SONORA: niente di che, non è sicuramente a livello di Zimmer ma non è neanche malvagia, ovviamente dipende da i gusti... RECITAZIONE: oscena, pur avendo una sceneggiatura da ritardati con 2 dialoghi in croce sono riusciti a fare un disastro, il livello della recitazione soprattutto quello del protagonista è peggiore di un B movie.... conclusione Mad Max = concime per ritardati... gli stessi fans iniziano a considerare il "brutto" cinema come qualcosa di troppo cervellotico e noiso apprezzando Mad Max proprio perchè è una line piatta nell'EEG di chi lo guarda...… Expand

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oneNilDec 31, 2015

Pros:
1. Good action
2. Effects, setting, styling of the world and characters was all done well. Cons: 1. Zero character building. I know it's an action flick, but I need something to grab onto. Who is this little girl he keepsPros:
1. Good action
2. Effects, setting, styling of the world and characters was all done well.

Cons:
1. Zero character building. I know it's an action flick, but I need something to grab onto. Who is this little girl he keeps having flashbacks to? Maybe you need to see the originals?

2. Monotonous. The car chase is pretty awesome for the first bit of it, but after an hour of the same exact thing, it gets quite boring.

3. Way too over the top. I knew what I was getting into with this, so I have no problem suspending disbelief, but the dude with the big amps blasting heavy metal was just too much.

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ArconSep 7, 2015

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

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

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ViolettSep 14, 2015

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

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bugalugzJun 2, 2015

wat can i say i just saw this movie in the cinema and WOW it blew me away by far the best action movie since sliced bread tom and charlie make a great duo shame mel gibson didnt pop up somewhere in the movie i recommend this to any actionwat can i say i just saw this movie in the cinema and WOW it blew me away by far the best action movie since sliced bread tom and charlie make a great duo shame mel gibson didnt pop up somewhere in the movie i recommend this to any action film fan out there.… Expand

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OGJinglesJun 1, 2015

It's pretty good. The action is great, the characters are somewhat likeable but undeveloped. The plot (if you could call it a plot) was lacklustre at best and at worst really terrible. But overall very enjoyable.

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everlarkislifeDec 27, 2015

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

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Mulholland2603Dec 26, 2015

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

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MattydigsJan 14, 2016

There was minimal character development, minimal plot. It's basically all action. It's as if they took the last 20 minutes of Road Warrior (a spectacular film) and made it into a 2 hour movie. No build, no suspense. Nothing. I'm not even sureThere was minimal character development, minimal plot. It's basically all action. It's as if they took the last 20 minutes of Road Warrior (a spectacular film) and made it into a 2 hour movie. No build, no suspense. Nothing. I'm not even sure that the main character IS max as his random, nonsensical flashbacks can't even be tied to any of the previous films. The visuals were wonderful, the cinematography great, and the action was above average, for sure, but it takes more than that to make a great action film. See the aforementioned Road Warrior, Terminator 2 (or Terminator 1), Aliens, Predator, The Matrix. All those movies had gripping plots, intense suspense, good builds, great character development, in addition to amazing visuals and top notch action. All classics. People try to tell me that this movie was about 'visual storytelling'. Sure, it had that. But it was like a few tiny pieces of meat on a mostly bare skeleton. This movie had the FEEL of classic mad max but none of the soul. Is this what american cinema has come to these days? Just how dumb and easily pleased is the average critic and metacritic user? If you're reading this, stop using this site, it's worthless. Think for yourself because these guys on here haven't a clue about good movies (or music, or video games).… Expand

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chepod8Jun 14, 2015

Entretenimiento total, a pesar de los avances tecnológicos se visualiza una trama tipo old school donde la adrenalina quiere ver más, la música es un excelente complemento.

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PrattHat20Jun 24, 2015

This is one of the best action movies I've ever seen!! It is a relentless, non-stop action adrenaline thrill ride. The characters are great even though, this being a Mad Max movie, there isn't a lot of dialogue. There are some emotionallyThis is one of the best action movies I've ever seen!! It is a relentless, non-stop action adrenaline thrill ride. The characters are great even though, this being a Mad Max movie, there isn't a lot of dialogue. There are some emotionally powerful moments even through all the crazy action. This movie really utilizes practical effects and minimal CGI which makes it all the more engaging when real cars are smashing into each other. This is the movie to beat in 2015 and I hope this movie does great and they make a sequel!… Expand

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TechnoElfAug 24, 2015

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

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CriviewerDec 26, 2015

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

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yosemiteJan 26, 2016

Take a good set director and special effects department, provide them with a significant budget and turn them loose. What you get is MM:Fury Road. The costumes and vehicles are imaginative and preposterous. The scenery is stark. The is littleTake a good set director and special effects department, provide them with a significant budget and turn them loose. What you get is MM:Fury Road. The costumes and vehicles are imaginative and preposterous. The scenery is stark. The is little story line. At the end of the day, its little more than a bazar non stop car chase. Thats o.k. if its advertised as such but some people have nominated it in the best film category.
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rookie205Feb 22, 2016

I must admit I have no idea where all.these high ratings are coming from. I was really looking forward to this movie. I pretty much found nothing good about it. I should mention I am 61 yr. Old. Maybe that explaines this to some. But really II must admit I have no idea where all.these high ratings are coming from. I was really looking forward to this movie. I pretty much found nothing good about it. I should mention I am 61 yr. Old. Maybe that explaines this to some. But really I cannot picture me liking this movie at any age. Was there even a story line? I see there are many that disagree with me. So be it. Just my opinion. You all have a good day and God Bless.… Expand

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kulski666Feb 24, 2016

I'm sorry to say so, but this is far the worst movie i've seen for years. It has no story, stupid ideas like guitar players on monstertrucks, stupid actors. I can not say more. I can totaly not belive what they habe made from the originalI'm sorry to say so, but this is far the worst movie i've seen for years. It has no story, stupid ideas like guitar players on monstertrucks, stupid actors. I can not say more. I can totaly not belive what they habe made from the original idea of mad max. Do not watch this Film. I can not imagine why its got so a high rate. Someone nicht habe paied for this.… Expand

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MeritCobaSep 7, 2015

Fury Road is an exercise in minimalism.

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

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

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

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WJSSep 9, 2015

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

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Masked_One7240Feb 12, 2016

This a complete an utter disgrace to all the originals. Literally a single car chase with no character development. Had some nice stunts but that's about it.

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moviescriticnetDec 8, 2015

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

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JacobJan 13, 2016

Mad Max: Fury Road is George Miller’s magnum opus. Miller has gone beyond creating just a fun summer blockbuster or another good Mad Max film. This is leagues beyond Fury Road. Miller uses technological advances to make an adventure that isMad Max: Fury Road is George Miller’s magnum opus. Miller has gone beyond creating just a fun summer blockbuster or another good Mad Max film. This is leagues beyond Fury Road. Miller uses technological advances to make an adventure that is as big and epic as ever. Celebrating the spectical of film with elaborate practical effects and gorgeous action scenes. Amidst it all is the idea of hope and struggling to keep fighting in a world where there isn’t much. This film is popular for a reason it’s that good. Essential viewing. Glad this film got popularity in the theater and beyond because in the years’ to come I feel that this film will be hailed as a masterpiece. Miller returned to this world not for fame or glory but out of passion for Mad Max to create something truly special.… Expand