– “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga” is a chaotic and numb-a-thon prequel lacking a clear point or storytelling nuance
– The film showcases impressive visual imagination, practical stunts, and a sublime score by Tom Holkenborg
– The lack of meaningful dialogue, character development, and a coherent villain ultimately make “Furiosa” a hit or miss film event of the year
So, you know how sometimes you watch a movie and you’re like, “Wow, this is amazing and I can’t wait for more”? And then you watch the sequel and you’re like, “Hmm, maybe they should have stopped after the first one”? Well, that’s kind of how I felt about “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga.”
Let me break it down for you. First of all, George Miller is a legend, but even legends can have off days. “Mad Max: Fury Road” was a wild ride, but “Furiosa” feels like a never-ending numb-a-thon. It’s got all the post-apocalyptic tropes you could ever want, but it’s missing that special something that made the original so great.
The film starts off with the usual post-apocalyptic spiel – wars, pollution, yada yada yada. Then we meet Furiosa, the badass warrior we all know and love from “Fury Road.” Only this time, she’s being played by Anya Taylor-Joy, who is great but just can’t quite capture the same intensity as Charlize Theron.
And let’s talk about the story. It’s a mess, plain and simple. Warring tribes, battles over oil and weaponry, Chris Hemsworth hamming it up as the villain – it’s all there, but it’s missing the spark that made the original so compelling. And don’t even get me started on the lack of humor. I mean, come on, a little comic relief never hurt anyone.
But hey, it’s not all bad. The score is fantastic, the visuals are stunning, and the practical stunts are off the charts. So if you’re into nonstop action with no real purpose, then “Furiosa” might just be your jam.
In the end, though, it’s just not what we were hoping for. The final showdown falls flat, and the whole prequel feels unnecessary. So, should “Furiosa” be the end of the “Mad Max” franchise? Maybe. Or maybe George Miller has one more trick up his sleeve. Who knows? Share your thoughts with us!
