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In an exciting summer revival, theMad Maxfranchise returned to the silver screen with its rebooted installment,Fury Roadin 2015. Thirty years after the release ofBeyond Thunderdome, the movie continued the post-apocalyptic adventures of the enigmatic protagonist, Max Rockatansky. As the movie navigated a wasteland where oil is a precious commodity, the film featured Tom Hardy in the iconic role previously portrayed by Mel Gibson.
However, while addressing questions about why Gibson did not appear in the reboot, director George Miller, known for his masterful storytelling in theMad Maxuniverse, once drew comparisons between the casting change and opened up on why Mel Gibson was not a great fit for the venture.
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George Miller revealed how Mel Gibson would have destroyed the movie
When asked why theTom Hardy-led movie did not feature Mel Gibson in any role, directorGeorge Millerrevealed the reason behind his decision. Comparing the cameo with Sean Connery and Daniel Craig’s equation in theJames Bondfilm, Miller explained that such a transition could have potentially disrupted the movie’s immersion and confused the audience. He said,
“It’s like having Sean Connery appear in a Daniel Craig James Bond. It would throw you out of the movie, it would confuse the audience, and you’re trying your damnedest to actually keep people in the movie rather than throw them out.”
Furthermore, he emphasized his dedication to keeping viewers engaged and invested in the film, making it a priority to avoid anything that might detract from the experience. While Miller acknowledged the potential interest in working withMel Gibsonagain, he firmly stated that it would not be in the context of the $365 millionMad Maxfranchise. He said,
“Even though it would be interesting working with Mel again, certainly not in a Mad Max movie.”
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Apart from this, Miller also addressed the criticisms surrounding the importance placed on a character, which was not the lead.
Why was Charlize Theron placed in a more pivotal role than Tom Hardy?
Addressing criticisms from certain viewers who felt thatCharlize Theron’scharacter, Furiosa, played a more pivotal role inFury Roadthan Max himself, Miller attributed such concerns to the audience rather than his own approach. He asserted that maintaining the audience’s engagement was paramount, and any interpretation of character prominence rested with individual viewers.
He said during a media interaction,“That’s more their problem than mine.”And further added that Furiosa“could be”back in the future,“We’re in conversation about that now”.
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Fury Roadrepresented a thrilling comeback for theMad Maxfranchise, transporting audiences back to the desolate yet visually stunning world crafted by George Miller. With Tom Hardy’s portrayal of Max Rockatansky garnering attention and the amazing on-screen manifestation of Furiosa by Charlize Theron, fans were clearly captivated dystopian saga.
Currently, the movie is available to stream on Amazon Prime on a rent or purchase basis.
Source:Evening Standard
Devyani Sharma
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With a portfolio of over 600 articles, Devyani Sharma is a freelance writer working in the Entertainment and Sports niche. With a Master’s Degree in English literature, Devyani places great importance on the power of words and their ability to connect with readers. When not busy watching sci-fi movies, action thrillers and comedies, Devyani indulges in her love for fiction novels and writing about NASCAR races.
