R | 1h 36min | 8/10 | #Action #Adventure #SciFi
Parental Rating: R (Restricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian)
➱ STORYLINE:
Mad Max: The Road Warrior (1981) is the second installment in the Mad Max franchise. Set in a post-apocalyptic wasteland, the film follows Max Rockatansky as he becomes a reluctant hero to a small group of settlers who are besieged by a ruthless gang led by the fearsome Humungus. The settlers possess a precious fuel supply, and Max agrees to help them defend their compound in exchange for fuel for his vehicle. The film culminates in a thrilling and high-octane chase sequence that showcases Max's resourcefulness and bravery.
➱ STAFF REVIEW:
Mad Max: The Road Warrior (1981), directed by George Miller, is a landmark action film that set new standards for the genre. Mel Gibson reprises his role as Max Rockatansky, delivering a performance that balances stoicism and intensity. The film's stark and desolate landscapes, combined with its frenetic and brilliantly choreographed action scenes, create a gripping and immersive experience. The screenplay, co-written by Miller, Terry Hayes, and Brian Hannant, effectively builds on the world established in the first film, expanding its scope and deepening its themes. The film's visual style, characterized by kinetic camera work and dynamic editing, has influenced countless action movies. Mad Max: The Road Warrior remains a seminal work in the action genre, celebrated for its relentless pace, inventive stunts, and unforgettable imagery.
➱ CREDITS:
Director: George Miller
Writers:
- Terry Hayes
- George Miller
- Brian Hannant
Starring:
- Mel Gibson as Max Rockatansky
- Bruce Spence as The Gyro Captain
- Michael Preston as Pappagallo
- Max Phipps as The Toadie
- Vernon Wells as Wez
- Kjell Nilsson as The Humungus
- Emil Minty as The Feral Kid
Produced by:
- Byron Kennedy
Production Companies:
- Kennedy Miller Productions
Cinematography: Dean Semler
Edited by: Michael Balson, David Stiven, Tim Wellburn
Music by: Brian May
Distributed by: Warner Bros.
Release date: December 24, 1981
Run Time: 1h 36min
Country: Australia
Languages: English
Budget: $2 million
Box office: $36 million
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