The screening of Furiosa:
A Mad Max Saga took place at the prestigious Grand Lumiere Theatre. When the credits started rolling, the crowd erupted in a standing ovation and enthusiastic applause.
The premiere of George Miller’s long-awaited prequel to Mad Max: Fury Road (2015), titled Furiosa, at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, was a truly remarkable cinematic event. Anya Taylor-Joy delivered a captivating performance as the lead character, while Chris Hemsworth’s portrayal of the Warlord Dementus added depth to the storyline. The film received an overwhelming response from the audience, as evidenced by the thunderous standing ovation that lasted for nearly 8 minutes. Furiosa’s immense popularity among viewers was clearly showcased during this unforgettable moment. The plot centers around the abduction of a young Furiosa by the formidable Warlord Dementus.
The prestigious Grand Lumiere Theatre was the venue for the screening, and the atmosphere buzzed with an electrifying energy. When the credits started rolling, the crowd burst into a standing ovation and applause. Chris Hemsworth and Anya Taylor Joy looked visibly thrilled, appreciating and treasuring the enthusiastic response from the audience. It is rumored that Hemsworth even teared up at the sight of such a heartfelt reaction. Deadline released a video capturing the reception.
Furiosa, the fifth installment in the iconic Mad Max series, was helmed by George Miller. This prequel, with a budget of $168 million, delves into the backstory of Furiosa, a character who left a lasting impression on audiences in Mad Max: Fury Road. Collaborating with Brendan McCarthy and Nick Lathouris, the director painstakingly crafted the script over the course of several decades, aiming to explore the origins of Furiosa. Prior to the premiere, George Miller expressed, “We poured our hearts into this project, and I am eager to witness your reactions. Thank you for welcoming us,” as reported by Hans India.
The plot summary introduces the story of young Furiosa, who is taken away from her home, the Green Place of Many Mothers, and ends up in the clutches of a powerful group of bikers led by the Warlord Dementus. As they traverse the desolate Wasteland, they stumble upon the Citadel, ruled by the formidable Immortan Joe. While these two tyrants battle for supremacy, Furiosa must overcome numerous challenges as she strives to find her way back home. The film aims to highlight Furiosa’s resilience in the face of adversity. The positive reception at Cannes creates a promising atmosphere for the upcoming global release of Furiosa next week. Its predecessor, Fury Road, was filmed with a budget of $350 million and went on to become the highest-grossing film of all time, earning over $380 million worldwide.