Sand storms absolutely create lightning, pretty intense ones at that. The friction created from the sand particles colliding with each other creates a static charge that produces lightning.
Yeah I just hit this part and was thinking this guy doesn't watch a lot of nature documentaries and such. Volcanic clouds, Sand storms all produce lightning.
As do helicopter main rotor blades in a rainy, dusty or sandy environment. Just on a much smaller scale. Hunt for Red October scene where Jack Ryan is repelling from a helicopter to the Las Angeles class attack sub Dallas, in the rain.
I still remember feeling shocked but also somehow relieved in the theater when Nux died. I went into the movie expecting cool visuals and not much else. As a kid the aesthetic and world building of the Mad Max movies from the 80's had really caught my imagination, but wow, were they ever nihilistic. Especially in Road Warrior, Max was the only character who came across as cool or capable in any way really. The other good guys were pretty ineffectual. The bad guys were basically inhuman. And regardless which side, everyone who dies, dies screaming or humiliated so that Max looks tougher. In Fury Road I could tell Furiosa was going to be different, but I was convinced from the start that Nux was only there to be a foil, and was definitely going to go out like a punk, either killed by Max, or killed by a baddie right before Max killed that baddie, just to raise the stakes a little. And it almost happened so many times. And then he went out like an absolute hero. It made the whole movie inspiring, when I was expecting dehumanization. Afterward I asked myself if it was almost too feel-good. But it wasn't, because the hero didn't live. He died. Fury Road is basically Shakespeare with napalm.
Vision is key. Hire artists and trust them. It's not guaranteed to work, but it has a chance. Whereas a corporate committee trying to please everyone is almost guaranteed to be forgettable at best.
It certainly didn't hurt that it was in pre-production for a decade and a half due to filming cancellations. I remember seeing photos of the vehicles before filming of the Mel Gibson version in 1999 or 2001 (can't remember which) was canceled, and the vehicles weren't nearly as cool as what we finally got. There was even a rig made to look like a dog, with big floppy ears, since the War Boys were originally called War Dogs.
Once i was diagnosed with a brain tumor that would end my life in 18 months. Call it god, call it luck, call it fate, but the tumor was removed. That was 8 years ago. However, I'll never forget what it was like to be told you have an exact half-life. Nux is a character i totally understand and even relate to. Nothing brings clarity like knowing how it is supposed to end.
We all die. Knowing when that happens doesn’t make it a “half-life” …if anything for me I’d want to live each moment to the fullest until that time came.
@@ObsessiveGeek you're right, half life wasn't the right term. I guess what I really meant is just having someone tell you how much longer you can expect to live really brought me a lot of clarity. And please believe me, when I thought I was dying I tried to experience everything I could. I met amazing people, I worked on my book (which isn't very good, but was cathartic) I played open mic nights, and I asked beautiful women to dance. Now that I have a mostly clean bill of health, I really appreciate everything in life. Thanks for the discourse, I hope you have a great week.
@@BobbyRoberts-v9xdear pl3hw2nw, my Dad _was_ diagnosed, _did_ pass after 8 months surrounded by family and friends. When u say "clarity"...what do u mean (not blaming my culture. But we are religious. He passed on a Wed, on Tue I was even sure we had to keep praying. Which means...I made zero room to ask him about death...which is why Im reduced to asking you..yes 7 years on I am still deeply saddened I didnt love him better. Will appreciate discourse or if u do not write back absolutely fine too, I know it is a big ask. Of course had I known differently, I would have done that 8 months vastly, vastly vastly differently.
I get you mate, people will struggle to understand if they haven't been there. Take the midwit who commented previously for example. Nothing quite like death to not only focus the mind, but free it...
I re-watched this movie yesterday for like, the fourth time and what I love about it, is that the attention to details and continuity is INSANE, and everytime I notice something new. The one I love the most begins in the very first chase, when Nux's car loses a tire and he needs counterweight in the back of his car. Max then fights the lancer who falls off the car grabbing one of Max's boots. A few moments later, when Max wakes up in the sand and fails to cut himself free from Nux, he takes one of Nux's boots off for himself. Later on, when they're waiting for the engine of the war rig to cool down, Max engages in a fight off-screen, wins it, and comes back with a new wheel for the rig and... A NEW BOOT FOR NUX. It's such a subtle payoff at more than half runtime, for something that had been set up in the first 20 minutes. Love this movie so much and never get tired of watching it ❤
While we adore George Miller for just being who he is and what he does, we forget the other specialists. Sadly. Your superb observation is testament to the prowess of the script supervisor, also sometimes called a continuity supervisor. From the actors' clothing and hairstyles to the position of props and set dressing, they are everywhere. Phew!
I thought the only key moment you missed was when Max decides to go off into the mist to finish off the guy from the bullet farm. Furiosa asks what they should do if he doesn't come back, and he just says "well you keep moving." The look she gives him when he leaves I personally believe is the moment she decides to start really trusting him.
I'm by no means stupid but I'm insanely bad at analysis of film possibly because I'm dyslexic so it's great when things like this are pointed out to me because it's like I can enjoy that scene anew, thanks for pointing this out 👍👍
@@GrandDawggy Many thanks! It's a great film. There is also the part at the end I find quite moving, when Max is alone watching them leave and has another hallucination. When the little girl says "common pa, lets go", is when he decides to follow. The film doesn't tell you much, but it's obvious he's such a damaged man, and this scene represents him overcoming that loss. Deciding to once again decide to not just look after himself, but try to help others like he did in his past.
That whole scene is my favorite. Cooling down the rig and max going off to stall them. Yes, it’s obvious that this is when furiosa starts to begin trusting max. But… what did max do out there. It’s hard to remember the scene exactly but he just kind of walks into the dark and comes back bloody after an explosion. Am I missing something obvious? That’s my puzzling moment of the film.
@@Squatch76 No, they don't show the scene. Eavoss actually covers that exact moment in this video, saying that we didn't see it because Max isn't the center of this story
@@jasonsullivan2775 yea, I think it's probably best expressed this way too. Because as the audience of Mad Max, we know what he does... we know what he's capable of... So *if* he returns, we know he killed anyone in his way...
For someone who grew up in and around deserts, lightning does form inside large sand storms, its incredibly powerful static electricity, easily enough to throw you around if you are hit by it or you are touched by another grounded person
One thing about this film that is often overlooked in terms of the production and accolades is the sound of this film. It won Oscars for both best sound mixing and best sound editing and it really shows. If you play this in a home theatre with a really good surround sound system (even just in basic Dolby Digital 5.1), the soundscape and surround effects are incredible. There's a particular scene in the mud blue area where you hear a gunshot coming from the rear right and it is so well done and quite frightening, I actually thought something had happened in real life. This is one of my reference films to use when testing a new surround sound film (along with Master and Commander as well as Ford vs Ferrari).
Yeeeeeessss. If it ain't this or transformers then I'm not sure it's worth watching for sound design alone 😅 If you have any suggestions PLEASE share, it's so difficult to find a movie with unique and intriguing sound 🔥 Oh also I gotta say aquaman is pretty good sounding movies, probably deserves to be credited anytime the other two are mentioned
"You can say so much more by just making a good movie!" One of the best lessons people could take from the film's success. Make your point with good storytelling and it gives the people who need to hear it a chance to internalize it before they get defensive and dug in.
Not just show don’t tell, but allow the viewer to make the connections and conclusions (rather than showing/telling them what to conclude) and they will have far more weight and meaning. Good teachers and therapists do this too.
This movie is about all 3. It’s the pivotal moment in Furiosa’s life, it’s Nux’s redemption and sacrifice, and for Max it’s one tale in a series of many. Max is a force of nature at this point. He’s in the background, but he drives the action.
Anyone else notice that the three warlord may represent the three of the four horseman. Immorton Joe represents famine, bullet farm represent war, and gas town represent pestilence. Max however, represent death, for him to see the people he couldn't save, and manage to survive in situation no normal human could.
Yeah, that's definitely there in the subtext. Max as a blood bag in his gardening fork muzzle could signify him as an avatar of death. Or standing over the desolated land in the opening shot, hooded by his shaggy hair. His first act in the film is to kill something, after all. But then again, his final act is to save Furiosa's life by giving his blood. So I don't know what to make of that. Nux could also represent death, as he's the one who's a living corpse, and he dies and is reborn twice before his final self-sacrifice at the end.
You didn't mention the fact that the guitarist would likely be suffering from significant hearing loss, so getting the guitar back gives him the only control he knows - how to fight back against the tinnitus.
Probably one of the things that this movie changed for me the most is the notion that dialogue was absolutely necessary to convey emotion, story, or character depth. I remember watching this for the first time and realizing about half way through that there was so little dialogue...but it didn't impact how much I enjoyed the film, or how much I was getting out of it. Sometimes, just a simple look or movement was more than enough. Absolutely one of the best post-apocalyptic movies I've ever seen...and one that I need to revisit...it's been far too long.
I read Moby Dick around the time this film came out. I was so convinced that the big chase scene in the desert where people were throwing spears from the big trucks were representative of Captain Ahab’s pursuit of the white whale, except in Mad Max it was an ocean of sand. I love this movie most for this reason!
I saw it at the cinemas in 3d and remember being impressed with how intense it was as an action film, and how epic the photography was. It wasnt until i rewatched it more recently that i realised how indepth it really is. Some of the symbolism and metaphors in it are really striking. Such an epic film.
8:07 The war boy yells “witness” . I was a stuntman on the movie for 5 1/2 months in Namibia. Great breakdown, well spotted for many things! Fun fact… I came up with the V8 prayer hands when we were doing a couple weeks of testing and “Dramaturgy” classes before shooting.
Fury Road is such an amazing movie, so well crafted, and a perfect example of how you don't need overly complex characters or narratives to tell a blistering and thought-provoking story. Also, on a side-note, the movie was joined by a fantastic video-game released the same year that, while not a direct tie-in was definitely in the same universe and set before the events of Fury Road, evidenced by Hope and Glory, and their deaths, featuring heavily in the storyline, along with the War Boys and Scabrous Scrotus as the main villain. Both the movie and the game are among my all time favourites.
I just got that on sale. Looking forward to checking it out. I was initially disinterested because it didn't seem to feature anything of Furiosa, or the themes of the film. But people keep singing its praises, so I thought I'd give it a shot.
@@rottensquid It is not connected to the movie directly, it is Max's story. But the game is very well done, and I am one of the many hoping it gets a sequel
@@ArcaneSorceror Looking forward to checking it out, while I wait for some of these new premium games to go on sale. Someone down the comments mentioned that Corey Barlog of God of War was involved in it, so that's interesting.
@@rottensquid Balrog was involved in the early development stages, and and George Miller was providing input during production too. The game itself is atmospheric. As an open-world "take over territories" title there is a fair bit of repetition in what segments you play, but they are all fun to work through. The characters are also great, the storms are a thing to behold, and the car combat (especially in first-person mode) is as close to being in a Mad Max movie as you're ever going to get.
The absolute 10/10 section of this movie for me is the soundtrack and how excellently it blends with what’s on screen. There isn’t a moment throughout where the music doesn’t match the action, doesn’t help drive the plot forward. It’s like a concept album, music video, and movie all in one. Really elevates the experience for me.
I already loved the movie, but I am so grateful for having found this video. All the tiny visual details, the summation of the overall theme and how all the events serve that theme, the idea of Nux being the main character--just beautiful. I especially love your explanation that the visuals of the sandstorm as viewed by the audience are actually how Nux--who is hopped up on chrome--would see the sandstorm. Just fantastic stuff, love your take on it.
I grew up watching Road Warrior and Thunderdome constantly on HBO and VHS. Going to the theater to watch Fury Road was absolutely magical. Watching that sandstorm on that big screen was mesmerizing. I completely agree with you, Fury Road was the best movie of 2015.
I've watched a couple of reviews and deep dives of this movie but I was not expecting this video to go so in depth. From start to finish, every scene and every symbology. I am most pleased.
The continuous chase, action scenes, and pounding score makes Fury Road an instant masterpiece. I watched it several times in IMAX when it first came out. 3-D was still a thing back then and I remember watching it in that as well. The cars, characters, and props give so much reality to this post-apocalyptic flick. The first 3 movies are a warm-up for this one. I'm really excited to see the next film! I can't wait!
I think the warboy falling to his death at 8:02 is actually saying "Witness!" instead of "Yes!", but other than that this is an amazing video! I love your work!
Max walking away at the end was the better choice. It implies that he wont take part in what comes next, but he'll be back to deal with it if necessary.
Likely because of all the horror that he witnessed throughout the series including the death of his family. His character struggles have always been based on his instinct to protect because of that initial failure. It's a beautiful callback to the tragic Hero origin that creates a borderline antihero that possesses a sense of justice and fairness on a larger scale once introduced to the evidence at hand and the recognized struggle to survive and continue suffering that guilt that he carries. Meanwhile, Max's sanity has indeed been broken because of having witnessed the world's destruction at the heels of the familial loss. He's the best of Rogue Cop stories in an Apocalyptic Wasteland that has ever been committed to film history and a glory to behold.
It's the trope. He's the Lone Wanderer all the way back from Kurosawa samurai films. He comes into a crazy town, saves the day, and leaves, onto the next one. He doesn't want a parade or a celebration in his honor. He never came looking to save anybody. He did it because it had to be done, and that it got finished is good enough for him.
I get the impression too that he doesn't feel like he deserves any semblance of security or civilization. His penance is to wander the wasteland forever.
This is the movie that got me obsessed with the custom movie car business. The thought and execution and functionality of these builds are just incredible.
The Graphic Novel goes even further into showing how much thought went into this! There's even a comic going into the history of the cars that became part of the war rig.
A lot of the background cars were built on Australian Off-road race cars, they bought almost everything that was for sale and looked interesting when they were going to film this in Australia. Friends of mine built these cars, loved these cars, formed their dearest memories racing them in the desert. A lot of these cars have real world history, and epic battles of their own.
This film encouraged me, as a fledgling special effects artist, that there will continue to be an important place for physical effects, makeup and stunts as film making progresses - and even more; that the digital/SPFX relationship can be more harmonious than it has been in the last two and a half decades, and that there is room for people like me in story telling to help craft textured and beautiful worlds.
This truly is one of the best action movies of all time. From the moment the first scene opens to the credit scene the viewer is hooked. There is no wasted information given. Everything has a reason and a purpose contributing to the story. The action is relentless with scene after scene that feels like something is really at stake instead of some untouchable hero that we know at the beginning will go through unscathed. I applaud the imagination that created these characters, world, and the other living things in the movie; the vehicles. An all time favorite.
i remember renting this and watching it with my dad. we didn't expect much and were completely blown away. i also remember the oscars that year actually feeling like a bit of a sweep because they did win multiple awards. anyway its a very good memory i have with my dad who has now passed, and i think it's a great film.
What I enjoyed about this movie: 1. Trust your audience. The ones that are looking will catch what you're saying. The ones that don't? It's okay, they're enjoying other stuff. You can design your movie to be enjoyed at multiple layers, rather than trying to make sure everyone sees it the same. 2. You don't need "a main character." You need good characters. The viewer will decide which character to really connect with, so give them all strong connection points. And that usually means have fewer, but deeper characters. 3. The titular character of a franchise is often *not* the most interesting. Sometimes, their role isn't "The One Who Does Everything." Sometimes they are the force that brings other key players together. Not the General, but the rallying flag.
I agree with it all, but perhaps it should have just been called Fury Road. Mad Max in the title brings expectation of this being a mad max centered film.
I love your point about the centre frame Focus, I have turned off many a film that have too many cuts and this is the only way to make this work. thank you for such an amazing breakdown
Doof is a very Australian phrase, they often call raves Doofs or Doofers also named after the noise of the drum in usually EDM electronic dance music. They called raves that when I was in Tasmania way back in 2007 so it might not still be a popular phrase but I doubt it's a coincidence that this is an Australian movie and the Doof warrior and Doof machine were named after the noise of the drum here too.
Was hoping someone would comment this! they’re absolutely still called doofs & when I first learnt the word it was described to me the exact way Eric does in the video haha
I saw the previous three Mad Max films before watching this piece of art. A big easter egg or constant in George Millers Mad Max films are crows. In the first film, the close up image of a crow would shortly be on-screen when danger looms or enemies are nearby. Also, crow sound would accompany this image or would be played when danger or enemies are coming. This crow sound, distorted, for more ominous effect, would come back in all the films and also in Fury Road when they reach the poisonous swamp. In this film, it doesn't serve as 'danger is coming', but it's a nice call back.
The intricate detailed story, told without many words, is the best part for me. The chase and the race, are just plain fun to look at. A picture is worth a thousand words indeed🎉
agreed. You just know that without a dedicated director and writer behind the work, a pushy studio would have certainly stiff-armed their way into the production, and added huge exploratory dialogue, a 45 minute backstory leading to max's capture, a bigger love story between him and theron, and almost CERTAINLY no dead pregnant mother in the first half of the movie. They'd cave to have it happen near the end, perhaps, haha, but the son would survive and furiosa and max would take the boy under their wing making the world an even better happier place in the end BARF
8:34 it’s also done in stock, car and NASCAR racing to allow the driver to get in and out of the vehicle more quickly since the doors don’t open. Many 60s era muscle cars at the same just like adding pins to their hood instead of a lock.
I absolutely LOVE the way you analyze films! You notice all the details, the impact they play, and the way you integrate important life lessons is uplifting and a breath of fresh air. Keep rocking on man! And congratulations on the upcoming parenthood!!! 🎉
Honestly the best film I've ever seen in the cinema. It was a rhythmic thumping beat all the way through. Relentless and powerful. Glorious visuals, sound, music and great acting. It's great that throughout the film, Max is reacting and adapting. It never goes to his plan, he is along for the ride as we are as viewers.
Just rewatched Thunderdome, can we appreciate the sheer amount of actors hanging on the dome while everything in the dome is done practical. It boggles the mind considering todays movies.
Erik this channel is so great! Most of the movies you've covered so far are some of my favorites, but your deep dives provide sooo many amazing details about the intents of the creators that it makes me love those movies even more. This video is a huge example of that!
To Erik Voss and the Deep Dive team - Thank you for doing this in-depth look at Mad Max: Fury Road. This movie kicks major post-apocalyptic ass with it's nail-biting, relentless action and stunning practical effects. I can't wait to rewatch it with the new insights and nuances you guys have pointed out - e.g. the ghosts of Glory and her mother. You are by far best movie channel on TH-cam! Oh what a lovely day!! 🤘😎
Great analysis. For me this movie supported my belief that Mad Max is one of the best franchises of all time. It also showed that when you have a creator who stays true to his vision for his character they can continue to knock their projects out of the park and maintain their creations relevance. Almost all modern franchises can learn valuable lessons from the Mad Max series and its creator.
I have to admit, it took me a long time to get around to Fury Road, and when I did, I don't think I gave it the care of attention it deserved. Thank you for teasing out so much of the detail. I will take it with me when I give this film a much deserved rewatch.
This film kind of showed me that character development can be done in the most subtle of ways and even without dialogue. Just the way a character talks, moves, or even crashes a truck into a mountain can tell you so much about their journey. Another great video Mr. Voss! Keep pumping out these BANGERS!!!
I loved your point that every character in this film is on an arch! So smart to identify this aspect of the film - which, IMHO, is so critical to the richness of the story being told.
I think my favourite moment in the film is Max walking into the darkness and then coming back with the sack of guns while soaked in blood. It teases us by not showing the action, but has the chilling implication of the ultra-violence he is truly capable of. But overall I loved this movie because while some people were upset Max didn't get the majority of screentime, it does fit with the theme of Max not being the "Hero" of the story, but rather just a survivor of it. Even looking back at the other films (aside from the first), most of the movie Max is usually fairly short on words or surrounded by more lively characters who provide exposition and dialogue. Which to me has always represented more that Max is sort of a vehicle for us the viewers to witness this world through, rather than solely being about him just kicking tons of butt. A opposite example would be something like John Wick where virtually everything in the story is revolving around him and most scenes are literally focused entirely on him. But then in Mad Max movies you get Max more or less just getting dragged into situations where he's forced to help people for mutual survival and we get a lot of characterization from them and learn their motives. Which in turn fleshes out the world and gives us this deeper and more "lived in" feeling.
The music/sound in this movie is just perfection. There are movies out there where the sound is just as important as everything else going on, Baby Driver and Guardians for example, but whereas in those movies the sound somewhat leads the movie, in this movie on the other the sound elevates what's already there it doesn't overtake it, it lifts it. Apart from a couple of key moments, the initial drums bit and the focus on the guitar truck the sound does not overtake the movie, it feels like it sits in the back, like it's right under the skin, but just like the flesh that sits under the skin without the sound the movie would be less of a movie. Movies are a visual media first and that should be the lead of the movie, sound needs to elevate that and not overtake it. This movie undoubtedly has some of the best visuals in all of cinema, so having the sound further elevate that without outshining the start is just amazing.
It was through this project I gained a full appreciation for Mad Max. I played the game a ton which is a weird alternate to the prequel comic. It is definitely less canon to the story however provides a lot of great details about the world and different factions. Miller actually worked with Cory Barlog of GOW2 and eventually the amazing GOW4 in pre production so that work definitely shows in the game even if you can also tell neither man worked on the game directly. I already loved the mad max movies but I gained a deeper appreciation through his range with Happy Feet and coming back to his baby, Max. I don’t know if it’s relevant but this kind of storytelling is so important. I’ve always loved Tartakovsky and Samurai Jack specifically for this reason. He did storyboards for IronMan2 which is widely maligned but those shots and silent action make it memorable for me. Mad Max clearly does it better and with more purpose as the storyboard is integral to the script. It’s just kinda amazing to me. You have oz-ploitation movie, with honestly a lot of the tropes. Motorcycle gangs and screaming, as well as quieter moments. However, there is something special about the movie, about its pre/mid-apocalyptic story. It comes into its own with Road Warrior, and Thunderdome felt like and 80s/90s fantasy film. But with Fury Road it’s to me a fully realized world. It’s war and factions and it’s beyond transformation. Thunderdome brought it there, with essentially zero connect to the old world, but Fury Road built its lore up, around the silliness of our attachment and mythologizing of the old ways as well our legitimate obsession over whatever useful resources we manage to hold on to. I feel like he had this story and world and appropriately molded it to these existing film genres, appropriate to the time.
The game had no rigth in being that good. Played really well, looked and sounded really amazing, and had some nice sense of humor. Perfect interpretation of the movies/comics.
@@freddogrosso9835 The Just Cause guys are a solid team but I wholeheartedly put the blame for it being that good on that pre-production phase. It’s the most important phase. Hell it worked for the movie too, drawing up the script and boards for decades…
What really gave everything* character was that everything had a story. Miller's comment in the behind the scenes videos (that EVERYONE needs to watch) about humanity creating art even in the apocalypse shines through.
One of my favorite films! Absolutely great breakdown; as always, you find little elements I've never noticed despite seeing Fury Road who-knows-how-many times.
My interpretation is that it's a perfect display of a post-apocalyptic military engagement. I mean it's way more complex than that, but it perfectly displays multiple militia engaging and fighting in their own weird styles while telling an absolutely kick arse story.
Brilliantly thought out retrospective, I found it insightful. Witnessed! First time viewer to your channel, you managed to hook me in right away. My severe ADHD had me assuming that you’d be someone who’d talk a lot but not say anything valuable (a great deal of critics on YT). Truly enjoyed your video. Mad Max: Fury Road is one of my top 5 films hands down; it’s definitely a culmination of all George Miller’s Best world ideas/story telling. This film proved that continued storytelling in an intellectual property or franchise didn’t have to be flavorless garbage with nothing to look forward to in a visual media. a 75 year old man with passion, talent and a locked down vision for a feature film spent long days in the desert shooting a movie on actual environments, using an actual art team to craft practical effects, real stunts. Dude did this and allegedly everyday was directing in a leather jacket he never took off.
I would’ve loved to see your thoughts on a popular fan theory that Joe, his brothers, and Max represent the 4 horsemen of the Apocalypse. I like the idea and notion that as “who killed the world” question sort of gets answered by these men representing their respective horsemen.
I keep seeing this in the comments. Yes, it has been stated that the writers utilized the concept of the "Four Horsemen". as an literary device. Except there are in fact Five Horsemen, and none of which is pestilence. If you goggle this your going to get false information. I have 4 different Bibles all state 5 riders (horsemen). However, regarding the Five Horsemen: *The First Horse was pr the Rider was Conquest. *The Second Horse was red and the Rider was War. *The Third Horse was black and the Rider was Famine *The Forth Horse was pale and the Rider was Death and the Rider Hell followed with him. (meaning two Horsemen on one horse, King James Version). However some bibles state that Hell rode behind Death on his own horse. Either way there are Five Horsemen. I think some of the confusion is the forth seal: has two horsemen. Pestilence is a long repeated misunderstanding as being one of the five Horsemen. This is a misrepresentation. Sort of somewhat like a camel going through the eye of a needle. AND the role of the Five Horsemen start the beginning of the apocalypse. They don't show up later on, they are what starts the ball rolling. And in the order I stated. Conquest doesn't end all suffering but instead represents the end of peace , that's why War comes next, then Famine, Death and finally Hell. It isn't Conquest that restores everything and Brings Peace, it Destroys Peace.
I was totally in shock and awe. The symbolism used to portray this post apocalyptic sand-scape really had me thinking about Gattaca, and clockwork orange...Orange solely for its narration and monologs. Eventhough Furry road was the most influential gruting that truely spoke volumes. Js!!
Saw this one in IMAX 3-D! Totally immersive-- what a thrill! Back then I remember it impressed me with its near-total absence of exposition. It's pure action: keeps you in the moment and always hurtling forwards until the plot finds its equilibrium.
Hi mate, great video, I really enjoyed it. I'm a retired Australian long distance truck driver and my final trip was to deliver a 6x6 Tatra truck from Perth to a secret warehouse in Sydney where they were making all the vehicle's for Fury Road, the Tatra I delivered was one of the war rigs, I had to sign an NDA just to get in the gate, anyway, I actually spent over 4 hours wandering around checking out all the vehicle's they were building, I even got to sit in the black interceptor, I was like a kid in a Candy store 👍 as a mad Max fan it's something that I will never forget, a lot of people have trouble believing the war rig was a Tatra, I had to get a trailer tyre fix in Broken Hill and when the tyre guy found out what I was carrying he made a few phone calls and next thing I know I've got around 50 people come and check this thing out, as you can imagine I was in Broken Hill for a few hours 😂 Anyway mate, again, great video. 🇦🇺
My favorite idea about the entire Mad Max series is that Max himself is a more or less a myth. What we see is the stories people in the world tell about this man who rolls into their lives and causes chaos and transformation. In every movie (and Fury Road hits this perfectly for me) we dont see the "Real" Max, just how he is remembered. And that sort of eliminates the "where does this fit in the timeline" and "Previously we saw Max act like this" issues. Each movie though linked is a moment in time of this Legend that doesn't have to mimic everything from previous movies. Tom Hardy is a fair bit bigger and bulkier than Mel Gibson was. His Max is a fair bit more feral and berserk too. Mel's Max seemed to have a bit more of a soft spot for children and women while Tpm's is much more cold and callous (to start). If the movies are the legends people tell of "Mad Max, The Road Warrior" the character differences and even how rhe world is different are built in. This makes Max an immortal figure that is a catalyst pushing other characters to change and grow. We dont really need Max to change and grow too much, as hes basically a McGuffin himself. He gets his story arc of overcoming some of his past guilt, but ends up STILL alone, crazy and wandering the wasteland. Just my thoughts on how ive always seen these movies
I saw it as in a way, a reflection of myself, a man who has lost everything multiple times and become cold and indifferent in certain ways because nothing good ever lasts. Just keep pushing ahead because what else is there to do? His story arc took a backseat to others who still have hope for a future and he is just a useful tool for them.
Truly a great film. I was really impressed about the attention to detail of Max reapplying the air-brake supply hoses to stop the second trailer from skidding. All Air-brakes have dual-functionality; If you don’t have adequate air supply from the air-compressor the spring-brakes will apply and you can’t move in the first place. It’s like a deadmans switch so you don’t accidently kill people on the highway/freeway. You can’t drive the bigger trucks if you aren’t certified in the systems entire purpose or capability. The psi/kPa dump would suggest that the entire truck has a higher governor lockout and it didn’t just lock all of it’s tires. That’s riding dirty for sure.
Growing up in Australia, near where the first Mad Max was filmed, cars that hammered out load music were always called "Doof Cars". I love it that the Doof Wagon got to share the term with the rest of the world. It's up there with how we say "fang it" to go fast.
2015 was such a magical time for movies and legacy franchises. Unfortunately I missed Mad Max Fury Road in theaters and to this day, is my biggest regret when it comes to missing out on movies. From the amazing cinematography and practical effects, to the gripping score, to the heart this movie somehow has…everything this movie was and meant to be was perfectly executed. My top 3 franchises are Star Wars, James Bond, and Jurassic Park and every one of those franchises had significant releases..same year Tom Cruise hung outside of an airplane and Ultron was extremely hyped up before release...but my favorite movie of that year was Mad Max Fury Road.
We should also duly note the Green Place is not just a place of Many Mothers, as if you watch Furiosa has a lot of men too, fathers, and thus is a Place of Many Fathers too.
To Erik Voss and the Deep Dive team - Thank you for doing this in-depth look at Mad Max: Fury Road. This movie kicks major post-apocalyptic ass with it's nail-biting, relentless action and stunning practical effects. I can't wait to rewatch it with the new insights and nuances you guys have pointed out - e.g. the ghosts of Glory and her mother. You are by far best movie channel on TH-cam! Oh what a lovely day!! 🤘😎
10:03 Actually it would be the eight pistons of the V-8 engine. It would have 16 or 32 valves, depending upon brand and configuration. There are even a few obscure and/or experimental V-8s that I've "witnessed" that utilize 5 valves per cylinder, for a total of 40 valves. BTW, yes I am a Blackthumb. An auto mechanic since 1993.
Holy heavens! I loved this movie before, but you have elevated it to one of my favorites ever!! I love the details you pointed out and the back story I never knew! Wow, I'm totally blown away! Thank you for this!
I may be reaching here, but Max is like a car in this film. He is fuel to Nux. He is a hood ornament as the blood bag. He aspirates the engine. He swings like wiper blades on the poles. He is passenger and driver. He represents all that is needed to travel down Fury Road.
There is one detail you missed. Max's crab trap. It can be seen on the back of his car. In the Wasteland, one doesn't carry what isn't absolutely necessary. Now, where do crabs live? In the water. But there's no water anymore. The oceans dried up and became known as the Plains of Silence, an endless salty desert. What better place for someone running from booth the living and the dead? Maybe Max hoped to find some bits water clean enough for crabs to live in? No. He tells Furiosa that all there is out there is salt. He was going there wishing to die. But he is a man reduced to a single instinct: survive. That's what the crab trap is for.
When I saw this movie 🎥. I saw a lot of references to MAD MAX. Plus some of the references to VALHALLA. But you have taken every single frame. To let us know. The connection to the MAD MAX Universe. I’m so glad to have found your TH-cam channel 🎉..
3:55: 🎥 The TH-cam video discusses the screenplay and backstory of the movie Mad Max: Fury Road. 7:33: ! The video discusses various details and connections in the film Mad Max: Fury Road. 14:50: 🎥 The video discusses various details and references in the movie Mad Max: Fury Road. 18:41: 🎬 The video discusses the non-verbal communication and sound mixing in the movie Mad Max: Fury Road, as well as promoting the language learning app Babbel. 22:16: 🎥 A summary of the characters and their traits in the movie Mad Max: Fury Road. 26:02: 🎥 The director of photography used various techniques to create a visually striking landscape in the movie, including overexposing the camera and recoloring it blue. 30:04: ! The video discusses the themes of hope and the power of media in the movie Mad Max: Fury Road. 33:16: 🔥 Max performs an insane stunt to save Furiosa, but pays a price for it. 36:45: 🎥 The video discusses the role of transformative acting in the movie Mad Max Fury Road and how it supports the director's vision. Recap by Tammy AI
I really enjoyed this deep dive especially when talking about the War Rig being the 'white whale' and all the sailing references but I was waiting for you to mention the little detail that the flags on the back of the Rig are red and green... port and starboard!
I've watched this movie about 12 times and you were providing so much knowledge and things I haven't picked up on. This video is amazing, subscribed and looking forward to more. This movie completely reinvigorated me. I didn't think I would ever see another movie that would blow me away and this completely did. And I went into it hating Mad Max - I don't like the first movie! The trailer sold me and I went in blind and was dumbstruck that everything about it was jaw-dropping. Saw it 3 times in the theatre and many times at home. Thanks for the Deep Dive, I will cherish this video. No doubt you've read the book about the making of this movie, it should be read by every creative human on earth. Cheers man, I really appreciate your work.
While Immortan Joe is a villain and his wives are totally breeders, I can't help but realize his wives have a better quality of life than anyone else in that world. They are very educated (although incredibly naïve due to being kept in a giant vault), healthy, well fed, and fairly untouched by the horrors of that world they live in.
Yes I too guessed that it was implied we all bleed for redemption. Humanity must bleed to evolve. Good stuff. Very good indeed. A great dive into this one I love this movie for the story being told through action. Sometimes movies spell it out too much for us this one made you think. I always thought of Max NOT going up as him not only not being ready but there can be only 1 leader and in his eyes Furiosa earned that role. He is never ready to stay in one place for the voices catch up to him.
Sand storms absolutely create lightning, pretty intense ones at that. The friction created from the sand particles colliding with each other creates a static charge that produces lightning.
Yeah I just hit this part and was thinking this guy doesn't watch a lot of nature documentaries and such. Volcanic clouds, Sand storms all produce lightning.
As do helicopter main rotor blades in a rainy, dusty or sandy environment. Just on a much smaller scale. Hunt for Red October scene where Jack Ryan is repelling from a helicopter to the Las Angeles class attack sub Dallas, in the rain.
Big, defined sandstorms like that are called haboobs fyi
Dry lightning
Darude
I still remember feeling shocked but also somehow relieved in the theater when Nux died. I went into the movie expecting cool visuals and not much else. As a kid the aesthetic and world building of the Mad Max movies from the 80's had really caught my imagination, but wow, were they ever nihilistic. Especially in Road Warrior, Max was the only character who came across as cool or capable in any way really. The other good guys were pretty ineffectual. The bad guys were basically inhuman. And regardless which side, everyone who dies, dies screaming or humiliated so that Max looks tougher. In Fury Road I could tell Furiosa was going to be different, but I was convinced from the start that Nux was only there to be a foil, and was definitely going to go out like a punk, either killed by Max, or killed by a baddie right before Max killed that baddie, just to raise the stakes a little. And it almost happened so many times. And then he went out like an absolute hero. It made the whole movie inspiring, when I was expecting dehumanization. Afterward I asked myself if it was almost too feel-good. But it wasn't, because the hero didn't live. He died. Fury Road is basically Shakespeare with napalm.
"Fury Road is basically Shakespeare with napalm." Best. Summarization. Ever.
Nice
Crap I shouldn’t have read this. That was my fault. I’m sure I will still enjoy the movie.
Honestly this comment makes me want to watch it even more than the video above.
I'm convinced that Fury Road was lightning in a bottle..
Id be suprised, Pleasantly albeit if Miller manages to replicate it
This movie proved to me, that with great direction, vision, and style a franchise can continue and never get stale
Vision is key. Hire artists and trust them. It's not guaranteed to work, but it has a chance. Whereas a corporate committee trying to please everyone is almost guaranteed to be forgettable at best.
Can’t forget… Solid Writing and Attention to Detail…
It certainly didn't hurt that it was in pre-production for a decade and a half due to filming cancellations. I remember seeing photos of the vehicles before filming of the Mel Gibson version in 1999 or 2001 (can't remember which) was canceled, and the vehicles weren't nearly as cool as what we finally got. There was even a rig made to look like a dog, with big floppy ears, since the War Boys were originally called War Dogs.
@@derkeheath5172 The Mutt Cutts van in the background would have been a great Easter egg tho.
No. This movie sucked compared to any of the old mad max movies
Once i was diagnosed with a brain tumor that would end my life in 18 months. Call it god, call it luck, call it fate, but the tumor was removed. That was 8 years ago. However, I'll never forget what it was like to be told you have an exact half-life. Nux is a character i totally understand and even relate to. Nothing brings clarity like knowing how it is supposed to end.
We all die.
Knowing when that happens doesn’t make it a “half-life”
…if anything for me I’d want to live each moment to the fullest until that time came.
@@ObsessiveGeek you're right, half life wasn't the right term. I guess what I really meant is just having someone tell you how much longer you can expect to live really brought me a lot of clarity. And please believe me, when I thought I was dying I tried to experience everything I could. I met amazing people, I worked on my book (which isn't very good, but was cathartic) I played open mic nights, and I asked beautiful women to dance. Now that I have a mostly clean bill of health, I really appreciate everything in life. Thanks for the discourse, I hope you have a great week.
@@BobbyRoberts-v9xdear pl3hw2nw, my Dad _was_ diagnosed, _did_ pass after 8 months surrounded by family and friends. When u say "clarity"...what do u mean
(not blaming my culture. But we are religious. He passed on a Wed, on Tue I was even sure we had to keep praying. Which means...I made zero room to ask him about death...which is why Im reduced to asking you..yes 7 years on I am still deeply saddened I didnt love him better.
Will appreciate discourse or if u do not write back absolutely fine too, I know it is a big ask. Of course had I known differently, I would have done that 8 months vastly, vastly vastly differently.
I get you mate, people will struggle to understand if they haven't been there. Take the midwit who commented previously for example. Nothing quite like death to not only focus the mind, but free it...
@@ajhd95 thank you friend. Your kind words matter.
I re-watched this movie yesterday for like, the fourth time and what I love about it, is that the attention to details and continuity is INSANE, and everytime I notice something new.
The one I love the most begins in the very first chase, when Nux's car loses a tire and he needs counterweight in the back of his car. Max then fights the lancer who falls off the car grabbing one of Max's boots. A few moments later, when Max wakes up in the sand and fails to cut himself free from Nux, he takes one of Nux's boots off for himself.
Later on, when they're waiting for the engine of the war rig to cool down, Max engages in a fight off-screen, wins it, and comes back with a new wheel for the rig and... A NEW BOOT FOR NUX.
It's such a subtle payoff at more than half runtime, for something that had been set up in the first 20 minutes.
Love this movie so much and never get tired of watching it ❤
While we adore George Miller for just being who he is and what he does, we forget the other specialists. Sadly.
Your superb observation is testament to the prowess of the script supervisor, also sometimes called a continuity supervisor.
From the actors' clothing and hairstyles to the position of props and set dressing, they are everywhere.
Phew!
"sometimes the most heroic thing you can do is just support the driver from the back seat" This is a great reminder for any actor.
I thought the only key moment you missed was when Max decides to go off into the mist to finish off the guy from the bullet farm. Furiosa asks what they should do if he doesn't come back, and he just says "well you keep moving." The look she gives him when he leaves I personally believe is the moment she decides to start really trusting him.
I'm by no means stupid but I'm insanely bad at analysis of film possibly because I'm dyslexic so it's great when things like this are pointed out to me because it's like I can enjoy that scene anew, thanks for pointing this out 👍👍
@@GrandDawggy Many thanks! It's a great film. There is also the part at the end I find quite moving, when Max is alone watching them leave and has another hallucination. When the little girl says "common pa, lets go", is when he decides to follow. The film doesn't tell you much, but it's obvious he's such a damaged man, and this scene represents him overcoming that loss. Deciding to once again decide to not just look after himself, but try to help others like he did in his past.
That whole scene is my favorite. Cooling down the rig and max going off to stall them. Yes, it’s obvious that this is when furiosa starts to begin trusting max. But… what did max do out there. It’s hard to remember the scene exactly but he just kind of walks into the dark and comes back bloody after an explosion. Am I missing something obvious? That’s my puzzling moment of the film.
@@Squatch76 No, they don't show the scene. Eavoss actually covers that exact moment in this video, saying that we didn't see it because Max isn't the center of this story
@@jasonsullivan2775 yea, I think it's probably best expressed this way too. Because as the audience of Mad Max, we know what he does... we know what he's capable of... So *if* he returns, we know he killed anyone in his way...
Doesn't say "Yes" says "Witness"
Yeah that's what I heard everytime and it makes 100× more sense
I was enjoying the video until this part. War boy clearly shouts “witneeeess”
In the opening chase he calls the war boys buzzards
Thank you... That was bothering me too.
Ikr I'm convinced this guys deaf because also max clearly says "fuk them all" but he's like "COnFuCumUs"
At 35:39 you can see Capable doing the Vuvalini hand gesture that symbolizes respect for the dead complimenting Nux's final "Witness me"
For someone who grew up in and around deserts, lightning does form inside large sand storms, its incredibly powerful static electricity, easily enough to throw you around if you are hit by it or you are touched by another grounded person
Thank you, I was going to say the same thing.
Snow does the same thing sometimes.
One thing about this film that is often overlooked in terms of the production and accolades is the sound of this film. It won Oscars for both best sound mixing and best sound editing and it really shows. If you play this in a home theatre with a really good surround sound system (even just in basic Dolby Digital 5.1), the soundscape and surround effects are incredible. There's a particular scene in the mud blue area where you hear a gunshot coming from the rear right and it is so well done and quite frightening, I actually thought something had happened in real life. This is one of my reference films to use when testing a new surround sound film (along with Master and Commander as well as Ford vs Ferrari).
Yeeeeeessss. If it ain't this or transformers then I'm not sure it's worth watching for sound design alone 😅
If you have any suggestions PLEASE share, it's so difficult to find a movie with unique and intriguing sound 🔥
Oh also I gotta say aquaman is pretty good sounding movies, probably deserves to be credited anytime the other two are mentioned
"You can say so much more by just making a good movie!"
One of the best lessons people could take from the film's success. Make your point with good storytelling and it gives the people who need to hear it a chance to internalize it before they get defensive and dug in.
You mean: ... Show don't tell (your point)? 😂😂😂
Not just show don’t tell, but allow the viewer to make the connections and conclusions (rather than showing/telling them what to conclude) and they will have far more weight and meaning. Good teachers and therapists do this too.
This movie is about all 3. It’s the pivotal moment in Furiosa’s life, it’s Nux’s redemption and sacrifice, and for Max it’s one tale in a series of many. Max is a force of nature at this point. He’s in the background, but he drives the action.
IF MAX IS THERE IM GOOD!!!!!
Anyone else notice that the three warlord may represent the three of the four horseman. Immorton Joe represents famine, bullet farm represent war, and gas town represent pestilence. Max however, represent death, for him to see the people he couldn't save, and manage to survive in situation no normal human could.
Yeah, that's definitely there in the subtext. Max as a blood bag in his gardening fork muzzle could signify him as an avatar of death. Or standing over the desolated land in the opening shot, hooded by his shaggy hair. His first act in the film is to kill something, after all. But then again, his final act is to save Furiosa's life by giving his blood. So I don't know what to make of that. Nux could also represent death, as he's the one who's a living corpse, and he dies and is reborn twice before his final self-sacrifice at the end.
I remember seeing early artwork that specifically referred to them as that.
It's not famine it's patriarchy. Imperialism, capitalism.
The enslaved wet nurses he drinks milk from... not a famine
Deep in the feels yo
Maybe max is death because he is an inevitable force of destruction
You didn't mention the fact that the guitarist would likely be suffering from significant hearing loss, so getting the guitar back gives him the only control he knows - how to fight back against the tinnitus.
That dude would be deaf as a rock, he's just feeling the vibrations
Probably one of the things that this movie changed for me the most is the notion that dialogue was absolutely necessary to convey emotion, story, or character depth. I remember watching this for the first time and realizing about half way through that there was so little dialogue...but it didn't impact how much I enjoyed the film, or how much I was getting out of it. Sometimes, just a simple look or movement was more than enough. Absolutely one of the best post-apocalyptic movies I've ever seen...and one that I need to revisit...it's been far too long.
And example of the film-making maxim "show, don't tell".
I read Moby Dick around the time this film came out. I was so convinced that the big chase scene in the desert where people were throwing spears from the big trucks were representative of Captain Ahab’s pursuit of the white whale, except in Mad Max it was an ocean of sand.
I love this movie most for this reason!
Also equivalent to tom chasing jerry
Warboy falling from ambulance doors clearly yells “witness” not Yes lol
Truuue 8:41
Clearly huh…
I came here to say this.
@@DeepDiveNRhello there
@@DeepDiveNRwuts next
I saw it at the cinemas in 3d and remember being impressed with how intense it was as an action film, and how epic the photography was. It wasnt until i rewatched it more recently that i realised how indepth it really is. Some of the symbolism and metaphors in it are really striking. Such an epic film.
8:07 The war boy yells “witness” .
I was a stuntman on the movie for 5 1/2 months in Namibia.
Great breakdown, well spotted for many things!
Fun fact… I came up with the V8 prayer hands when we were doing a couple weeks of testing and “Dramaturgy” classes before shooting.
Oh and you’re going to love doing a breakdown on Furiousa! I did some stuff on that too…. Lots of Easter eggs 🎉
That's awesome! You must have a blast on those movies!
@@StuntScotty73ohh that's awesome. I hope the story will be as good as fury road. I'm cautiously optimistic
@@kp1x crazy career
Props!
Fury Road is such an amazing movie, so well crafted, and a perfect example of how you don't need overly complex characters or narratives to tell a blistering and thought-provoking story.
Also, on a side-note, the movie was joined by a fantastic video-game released the same year that, while not a direct tie-in was definitely in the same universe and set before the events of Fury Road, evidenced by Hope and Glory, and their deaths, featuring heavily in the storyline, along with the War Boys and Scabrous Scrotus as the main villain.
Both the movie and the game are among my all time favourites.
That was an awesome game, but I could never get the V8 engine because I kept losing that stupid race lol
I just got that on sale. Looking forward to checking it out. I was initially disinterested because it didn't seem to feature anything of Furiosa, or the themes of the film. But people keep singing its praises, so I thought I'd give it a shot.
@@rottensquid It is not connected to the movie directly, it is Max's story. But the game is very well done, and I am one of the many hoping it gets a sequel
@@ArcaneSorceror Looking forward to checking it out, while I wait for some of these new premium games to go on sale. Someone down the comments mentioned that Corey Barlog of God of War was involved in it, so that's interesting.
@@rottensquid Balrog was involved in the early development stages, and and George Miller was providing input during production too.
The game itself is atmospheric. As an open-world "take over territories" title there is a fair bit of repetition in what segments you play, but they are all fun to work through.
The characters are also great, the storms are a thing to behold, and the car combat (especially in first-person mode) is as close to being in a Mad Max movie as you're ever going to get.
The absolute 10/10 section of this movie for me is the soundtrack and how excellently it blends with what’s on screen. There isn’t a moment throughout where the music doesn’t match the action, doesn’t help drive the plot forward. It’s like a concept album, music video, and movie all in one. Really elevates the experience for me.
When it comes to high octane and amazing action and visuals, Mad Max Fury Road is one the best and one of my favorites.
I already loved the movie, but I am so grateful for having found this video. All the tiny visual details, the summation of the overall theme and how all the events serve that theme, the idea of Nux being the main character--just beautiful. I especially love your explanation that the visuals of the sandstorm as viewed by the audience are actually how Nux--who is hopped up on chrome--would see the sandstorm. Just fantastic stuff, love your take on it.
I grew up watching Road Warrior and Thunderdome constantly on HBO and VHS. Going to the theater to watch Fury Road was absolutely magical. Watching that sandstorm on that big screen was mesmerizing. I completely agree with you, Fury Road was the best movie of 2015.
I owned VHS, and DVDs of the first 3 , 30 plus years lost to history now.
I've watched a couple of reviews and deep dives of this movie but I was not expecting this video to go so in depth. From start to finish, every scene and every symbology. I am most pleased.
Seen the logos made flesh breakdown?
@@tokivikerness8863 no I have not.
The continuous chase, action scenes, and pounding score makes Fury Road an instant masterpiece. I watched it several times in IMAX when it first came out. 3-D was still a thing back then and I remember watching it in that as well. The cars, characters, and props give so much reality to this post-apocalyptic flick. The first 3 movies are a warm-up for this one. I'm really excited to see the next film! I can't wait!
I think the warboy falling to his death at 8:02 is actually saying "Witness!" instead of "Yes!", but other than that this is an amazing video! I love your work!
Max walking away at the end was the better choice. It implies that he wont take part in what comes next, but he'll be back to deal with it if necessary.
Likely because of all the horror that he witnessed throughout the series including the death of his family. His character struggles have always been based on his instinct to protect because of that initial failure. It's a beautiful callback to the tragic Hero origin that creates a borderline antihero that possesses a sense of justice and fairness on a larger scale once introduced to the evidence at hand and the recognized struggle to survive and continue suffering that guilt that he carries. Meanwhile, Max's sanity has indeed been broken because of having witnessed the world's destruction at the heels of the familial loss.
He's the best of Rogue Cop stories in an Apocalyptic Wasteland that has ever been committed to film history and a glory to behold.
And max is a lone drifter who doesn't want to be a part of anything,
He just happens to end up in these crazy situations.
It's the trope. He's the Lone Wanderer all the way back from Kurosawa samurai films. He comes into a crazy town, saves the day, and leaves, onto the next one. He doesn't want a parade or a celebration in his honor. He never came looking to save anybody. He did it because it had to be done, and that it got finished is good enough for him.
I get the impression too that he doesn't feel like he deserves any semblance of security or civilization. His penance is to wander the wasteland forever.
@@kensmith2829Same, it's a product of his guilt from not saving his wife and child.
This is the movie that got me obsessed with the custom movie car business. The thought and execution and functionality of these builds are just incredible.
The Graphic Novel goes even further into showing how much thought went into this! There's even a comic going into the history of the cars that became part of the war rig.
A lot of the background cars were built on Australian Off-road race cars, they bought almost everything that was for sale and looked interesting when they were going to film this in Australia. Friends of mine built these cars, loved these cars, formed their dearest memories racing them in the desert. A lot of these cars have real world history, and epic battles of their own.
8:05 at that moment, the war boy screams out “….witness!” . Not, Yes! But what a shot.
This film encouraged me, as a fledgling special effects artist, that there will continue to be an important place for physical effects, makeup and stunts as film making progresses - and even more; that the digital/SPFX relationship can be more harmonious than it has been in the last two and a half decades, and that there is room for people like me in story telling to help craft textured and beautiful worlds.
Sure it did
This truly is one of the best action movies of all time. From the moment the first scene opens to the credit scene the viewer is hooked. There is no wasted information given. Everything has a reason and a purpose contributing to the story. The action is relentless with scene after scene that feels like something is really at stake instead of some untouchable hero that we know at the beginning will go through unscathed. I applaud the imagination that created these characters, world, and the other living things in the movie; the vehicles. An all time favorite.
i remember renting this and watching it with my dad. we didn't expect much and were completely blown away. i also remember the oscars that year actually feeling like a bit of a sweep because they did win multiple awards. anyway its a very good memory i have with my dad who has now passed, and i think it's a great film.
This movie with so much detail and backstory could easily be 10 hour episode mini-series in Netflix or something.
What I enjoyed about this movie:
1. Trust your audience. The ones that are looking will catch what you're saying. The ones that don't? It's okay, they're enjoying other stuff. You can design your movie to be enjoyed at multiple layers, rather than trying to make sure everyone sees it the same.
2. You don't need "a main character." You need good characters. The viewer will decide which character to really connect with, so give them all strong connection points. And that usually means have fewer, but deeper characters.
3. The titular character of a franchise is often *not* the most interesting. Sometimes, their role isn't "The One Who Does Everything." Sometimes they are the force that brings other key players together. Not the General, but the rallying flag.
I agree with it all, but perhaps it should have just been called Fury Road. Mad Max in the title brings expectation of this being a mad max centered film.
@@Uthandol Maybe... but in which Mad Max film was Max actually the most *interesting* character, anyway?
@@okayhonks Well, I thought he was interesting in mad max proper. He has never been a deep character, but no one in mad max films are.
Well said!!
@@Uthandoluh I’d argue Furiosa was pretty deep on Fury Road. It’s in the subtext
I love your point about the centre frame Focus, I have turned off many a film that have too many cuts and this is the only way to make this work. thank you for such an amazing breakdown
Doof is a very Australian phrase, they often call raves Doofs or Doofers also named after the noise of the drum in usually EDM electronic dance music. They called raves that when I was in Tasmania way back in 2007 so it might not still be a popular phrase but I doubt it's a coincidence that this is an Australian movie and the Doof warrior and Doof machine were named after the noise of the drum here too.
"doof" = Australian psytrance bush party
also "ferals" have two meanings, either Australian Luddite hippies or alternatively hill billies
In America, in the 90's we also called them raves.
Was hoping someone would comment this! they’re absolutely still called doofs & when I first learnt the word it was described to me the exact way Eric does in the video haha
DOOF - Mars Needs Women ; TIP Records 1995, early psytrance floorfiller.
Doof means deaf in Dutch...
This was my introduction to your page. I’m glad I found it. That was a lot of fun now I’m gonna find another episode. Have a great day.
This movie rocked my world the first time I saw it. I grew up on the 80s and have always loved the series . This movie is a fitting legacy for Max.
I saw the previous three Mad Max films before watching this piece of art. A big easter egg or constant in George Millers Mad Max films are crows. In the first film, the close up image of a crow would shortly be on-screen when danger looms or enemies are nearby. Also, crow sound would accompany this image or would be played when danger or enemies are coming. This crow sound, distorted, for more ominous effect, would come back in all the films and also in Fury Road when they reach the poisonous swamp. In this film, it doesn't serve as 'danger is coming', but it's a nice call back.
The intricate detailed story, told without many words, is the best part for me. The chase and the race, are just plain fun to look at. A picture is worth a thousand words indeed🎉
agreed. You just know that without a dedicated director and writer behind the work, a pushy studio would have certainly stiff-armed their way into the production, and added huge exploratory dialogue, a 45 minute backstory leading to max's capture, a bigger love story between him and theron, and almost CERTAINLY no dead pregnant mother in the first half of the movie. They'd cave to have it happen near the end, perhaps, haha, but the son would survive and furiosa and max would take the boy under their wing making the world an even better happier place in the end BARF
8:34 it’s also done in stock, car and NASCAR racing to allow the driver to get in and out of the vehicle more quickly since the doors don’t open. Many 60s era muscle cars at the same just like adding pins to their hood instead of a lock.
I absolutely LOVE the way you analyze films! You notice all the details, the impact they play, and the way you integrate important life lessons is uplifting and a breath of fresh air. Keep rocking on man!
And congratulations on the upcoming parenthood!!! 🎉
I just seen this for this first time today…..thank you for the breakdown. Makes me appreciate this more a little bit more
Honestly the best film I've ever seen in the cinema. It was a rhythmic thumping beat all the way through. Relentless and powerful. Glorious visuals, sound, music and great acting. It's great that throughout the film, Max is reacting and adapting. It never goes to his plan, he is along for the ride as we are as viewers.
Pretty sure I saw this about 4 times when it released in theatres
Just rewatched Thunderdome, can we appreciate the sheer amount of actors hanging on the dome while everything in the dome is done practical. It boggles the mind considering todays movies.
Erik this channel is so great! Most of the movies you've covered so far are some of my favorites, but your deep dives provide sooo many amazing details about the intents of the creators that it makes me love those movies even more. This video is a huge example of that!
truly
To Erik Voss and the Deep Dive team - Thank you for doing this in-depth look at Mad Max: Fury Road. This movie kicks major post-apocalyptic ass with it's nail-biting, relentless action and stunning practical effects. I can't wait to rewatch it with the new insights and nuances you guys have pointed out - e.g. the ghosts of Glory and her mother. You are by far best movie channel on TH-cam! Oh what a lovely day!! 🤘😎
"if you cant fix whats broken,
youll go insane."
He still had some BANE in him 😂😂
Great analysis. For me this movie supported my belief that Mad Max is one of the best franchises of all time. It also showed that when you have a creator who stays true to his vision for his character they can continue to knock their projects out of the park and maintain their creations relevance. Almost all modern franchises can learn valuable lessons from the Mad Max series and its creator.
Incredible job hitting every single detail. I love it! And Fury Road, definitely one of the top ten greatest action films of all time.
I have to admit, it took me a long time to get around to Fury Road, and when I did, I don't think I gave it the care of attention it deserved. Thank you for teasing out so much of the detail. I will take it with me when I give this film a much deserved rewatch.
This film kind of showed me that character development can be done in the most subtle of ways and even without dialogue. Just the way a character talks, moves, or even crashes a truck into a mountain can tell you so much about their journey. Another great video Mr. Voss! Keep pumping out these BANGERS!!!
I loved your point that every character in this film is on an arch! So smart to identify this aspect of the film - which, IMHO, is so critical to the richness of the story being told.
I think my favourite moment in the film is Max walking into the darkness and then coming back with the sack of guns while soaked in blood. It teases us by not showing the action, but has the chilling implication of the ultra-violence he is truly capable of. But overall I loved this movie because while some people were upset Max didn't get the majority of screentime, it does fit with the theme of Max not being the "Hero" of the story, but rather just a survivor of it. Even looking back at the other films (aside from the first), most of the movie Max is usually fairly short on words or surrounded by more lively characters who provide exposition and dialogue.
Which to me has always represented more that Max is sort of a vehicle for us the viewers to witness this world through, rather than solely being about him just kicking tons of butt. A opposite example would be something like John Wick where virtually everything in the story is revolving around him and most scenes are literally focused entirely on him. But then in Mad Max movies you get Max more or less just getting dragged into situations where he's forced to help people for mutual survival and we get a lot of characterization from them and learn their motives. Which in turn fleshes out the world and gives us this deeper and more "lived in" feeling.
My favorite movie. Great cinematography. Great story. Great theme. Great editing and sound. 10/10 movie.
This movie is a masterpiece, and gave me chills watching it in theater. you could tell the love and attention they gave while creating it.
The music/sound in this movie is just perfection. There are movies out there where the sound is just as important as everything else going on, Baby Driver and Guardians for example, but whereas in those movies the sound somewhat leads the movie, in this movie on the other the sound elevates what's already there it doesn't overtake it, it lifts it. Apart from a couple of key moments, the initial drums bit and the focus on the guitar truck the sound does not overtake the movie, it feels like it sits in the back, like it's right under the skin, but just like the flesh that sits under the skin without the sound the movie would be less of a movie.
Movies are a visual media first and that should be the lead of the movie, sound needs to elevate that and not overtake it. This movie undoubtedly has some of the best visuals in all of cinema, so having the sound further elevate that without outshining the start is just amazing.
This is the absolute best analysis of this film I have ever heard. You found so much more than I did. Thank you.
It was through this project I gained a full appreciation for Mad Max. I played the game a ton which is a weird alternate to the prequel comic. It is definitely less canon to the story however provides a lot of great details about the world and different factions.
Miller actually worked with Cory Barlog of GOW2 and eventually the amazing GOW4 in pre production so that work definitely shows in the game even if you can also tell neither man worked on the game directly.
I already loved the mad max movies but I gained a deeper appreciation through his range with Happy Feet and coming back to his baby, Max.
I don’t know if it’s relevant but this kind of storytelling is so important. I’ve always loved Tartakovsky and Samurai Jack specifically for this reason. He did storyboards for IronMan2 which is widely maligned but those shots and silent action make it memorable for me. Mad Max clearly does it better and with more purpose as the storyboard is integral to the script. It’s just kinda amazing to me.
You have oz-ploitation movie, with honestly a lot of the tropes. Motorcycle gangs and screaming, as well as quieter moments. However, there is something special about the movie, about its pre/mid-apocalyptic story. It comes into its own with Road Warrior, and Thunderdome felt like and 80s/90s fantasy film.
But with Fury Road it’s to me a fully realized world. It’s war and factions and it’s beyond transformation. Thunderdome brought it there, with essentially zero connect to the old world, but Fury Road built its lore up, around the silliness of our attachment and mythologizing of the old ways as well our legitimate obsession over whatever useful resources we manage to hold on to. I feel like he had this story and world and appropriately molded it to these existing film genres, appropriate to the time.
The game had no rigth in being that good. Played really well, looked and sounded really amazing, and had some nice sense of humor. Perfect interpretation of the movies/comics.
@@freddogrosso9835 The Just Cause guys are a solid team but I wholeheartedly put the blame for it being that good on that pre-production phase. It’s the most important phase. Hell it worked for the movie too, drawing up the script and boards for decades…
Max "A Man reduced to a single instinct, Survive"
Dutch Van Der Lynn "Ya hear that Arthur, this guy knows his stuff"
What really gave everything* character was that everything had a story. Miller's comment in the behind the scenes videos (that EVERYONE needs to watch) about humanity creating art even in the apocalypse shines through.
Just a small note 08:07 the war boy is shouting “Witness”
One of my favorite films! Absolutely great breakdown; as always, you find little elements I've never noticed despite seeing Fury Road who-knows-how-many times.
I am glad you told us about the prequel comic it's really added some hidden depth to one of my favourite movies thank you
My interpretation is that it's a perfect display of a post-apocalyptic military engagement. I mean it's way more complex than that, but it perfectly displays multiple militia engaging and fighting in their own weird styles while telling an absolutely kick arse story.
Brilliantly thought out retrospective, I found it insightful.
Witnessed!
First time viewer to your channel, you managed to hook me in right away. My severe ADHD had me assuming that you’d be someone who’d talk a lot but not say anything valuable (a great deal of critics on YT).
Truly enjoyed your video.
Mad Max: Fury Road is one of my top 5 films hands down; it’s definitely a culmination of all George Miller’s Best world ideas/story telling.
This film proved that continued storytelling in an intellectual property or franchise didn’t have to be flavorless garbage with nothing to look forward to in a visual media.
a 75 year old man with passion, talent and a locked down vision for a feature film spent long days in the desert shooting a movie on actual environments, using an actual art team to craft practical effects, real stunts.
Dude did this and allegedly everyday was directing in a leather jacket he never took off.
I would’ve loved to see your thoughts on a popular fan theory that Joe, his brothers, and Max represent the 4 horsemen of the Apocalypse. I like the idea and notion that as “who killed the world” question sort of gets answered by these men representing their respective horsemen.
I keep seeing this in the comments. Yes, it has been stated that the writers utilized the concept of the "Four Horsemen". as an literary device.
Except
there are in fact Five Horsemen, and none of which is pestilence.
If you goggle this your going to get false information. I have 4 different Bibles all state 5 riders (horsemen).
However, regarding the Five Horsemen:
*The First Horse was pr the Rider was Conquest.
*The Second Horse was red and the Rider was War.
*The Third Horse was black and the Rider was Famine
*The Forth Horse was pale and the Rider was Death and the Rider Hell followed with him. (meaning two Horsemen on one horse, King James Version).
However some bibles state that Hell rode behind Death on his own horse.
Either way there are Five Horsemen. I think some of the confusion is the forth seal: has two horsemen.
Pestilence is a long repeated misunderstanding as being one of the five Horsemen.
This is a misrepresentation.
Sort of somewhat like a camel going through the eye of a needle.
AND the role of the Five Horsemen start the beginning of the apocalypse.
They don't show up later on, they are what starts the ball rolling. And in the order I stated.
Conquest doesn't end all suffering but instead represents the end of peace , that's why War comes next, then Famine, Death and finally Hell.
It isn't Conquest that restores everything and Brings Peace, it Destroys Peace.
I was totally in shock and awe. The symbolism used to portray this post apocalyptic sand-scape really had me thinking about Gattaca, and clockwork orange...Orange solely for its narration and monologs. Eventhough Furry road was the most influential gruting that truely spoke volumes. Js!!
Saw this one in IMAX 3-D! Totally immersive-- what a thrill! Back then I remember it impressed me with its near-total absence of exposition. It's pure action: keeps you in the moment and always hurtling forwards until the plot finds its equilibrium.
Hi mate, great video, I really enjoyed it. I'm a retired Australian long distance truck driver and my final trip was to deliver a 6x6 Tatra truck from Perth to a secret warehouse in Sydney where they were making all the vehicle's for Fury Road, the Tatra I delivered was one of the war rigs, I had to sign an NDA just to get in the gate, anyway, I actually spent over 4 hours wandering around checking out all the vehicle's they were building, I even got to sit in the black interceptor, I was like a kid in a Candy store 👍 as a mad Max fan it's something that I will never forget, a lot of people have trouble believing the war rig was a Tatra, I had to get a trailer tyre fix in Broken Hill and when the tyre guy found out what I was carrying he made a few phone calls and next thing I know I've got around 50 people come and check this thing out, as you can imagine I was in Broken Hill for a few hours 😂
Anyway mate, again, great video. 🇦🇺
My favorite idea about the entire Mad Max series is that Max himself is a more or less a myth. What we see is the stories people in the world tell about this man who rolls into their lives and causes chaos and transformation.
In every movie (and Fury Road hits this perfectly for me) we dont see the "Real" Max, just how he is remembered. And that sort of eliminates the "where does this fit in the timeline" and "Previously we saw Max act like this" issues. Each movie though linked is a moment in time of this Legend that doesn't have to mimic everything from previous movies. Tom Hardy is a fair bit bigger and bulkier than Mel Gibson was. His Max is a fair bit more feral and berserk too. Mel's Max seemed to have a bit more of a soft spot for children and women while Tpm's is much more cold and callous (to start). If the movies are the legends people tell of "Mad Max, The Road Warrior" the character differences and even how rhe world is different are built in.
This makes Max an immortal figure that is a catalyst pushing other characters to change and grow. We dont really need Max to change and grow too much, as hes basically a McGuffin himself. He gets his story arc of overcoming some of his past guilt, but ends up STILL alone, crazy and wandering the wasteland.
Just my thoughts on how ive always seen these movies
In thunderdome, he is at one point
The man with no name"
I saw it as in a way, a reflection of myself, a man who has lost everything multiple times and become cold and indifferent in certain ways because nothing good ever lasts. Just keep pushing ahead because what else is there to do? His story arc took a backseat to others who still have hope for a future and he is just a useful tool for them.
@@jaredmundi3599 at the end of the hero's journey you don't return 'a hero'... you just... return.
Truly a great film. I was really impressed about the attention to detail of Max reapplying the air-brake supply hoses to stop the second trailer from skidding. All Air-brakes have dual-functionality; If you don’t have adequate air supply from the air-compressor the spring-brakes will apply and you can’t move in the first place. It’s like a deadmans switch so you don’t accidently kill people on the highway/freeway. You can’t drive the bigger trucks if you aren’t certified in the systems entire purpose or capability. The psi/kPa dump would suggest that the entire truck has a higher governor lockout and it didn’t just lock all of it’s tires. That’s riding dirty for sure.
Growing up in Australia, near where the first Mad Max was filmed, cars that hammered out load music were always called "Doof Cars".
I love it that the Doof Wagon got to share the term with the rest of the world.
It's up there with how we say "fang it" to go fast.
This movie made me realize the visuals of a movie are just as important as the story being told!
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Scabrous Scrotus. The villain of the Mad Max game
2015 was such a magical time for movies and legacy franchises. Unfortunately I missed Mad Max Fury Road in theaters and to this day, is my biggest regret when it comes to missing out on movies. From the amazing cinematography and practical effects, to the gripping score, to the heart this movie somehow has…everything this movie was and meant to be was perfectly executed. My top 3 franchises are Star Wars, James Bond, and Jurassic Park and every one of those franchises had significant releases..same year Tom Cruise hung outside of an airplane and Ultron was extremely hyped up before release...but my favorite movie of that year was Mad Max Fury Road.
Yeah I saw it in theaters while on LSD lol, probably the best movie experience of my life!
We should also duly note the Green Place is not just a place of Many Mothers, as if you watch Furiosa has a lot of men too, fathers, and thus is a Place of Many Fathers too.
To Erik Voss and the Deep Dive team - Thank you for doing this in-depth look at Mad Max: Fury Road. This movie kicks major post-apocalyptic ass with it's nail-biting, relentless action and stunning practical effects. I can't wait to rewatch it with the new insights and nuances you guys have pointed out - e.g. the ghosts of Glory and her mother. You are by far best movie channel on TH-cam! Oh what a lovely day!! 🤘😎
This review is as intense as the movie! Great job!!!!
I was lucky to see it in 3-D. A worthy experience.
10:03 Actually it would be the eight pistons of the V-8 engine. It would have 16 or 32 valves, depending upon brand and configuration. There are even a few obscure and/or experimental V-8s that I've "witnessed" that utilize 5 valves per cylinder, for a total of 40 valves.
BTW, yes I am a Blackthumb. An auto mechanic since 1993.
Holy heavens! I loved this movie before, but you have elevated it to one of my favorites ever!! I love the details you pointed out and the back story I never knew! Wow, I'm totally blown away! Thank you for this!
I love this film so much. Thanks for doing this Erik. I teared up at your final words here. Bravo.
This has been one of my favorite movies for several years! I’m so glad that the new one coming out has inspired people to check it out!
I may be reaching here, but Max is like a car in this film. He is fuel to Nux. He is a hood ornament as the blood bag. He aspirates the engine. He swings like wiper blades on the poles. He is passenger and driver. He represents all that is needed to travel down Fury Road.
This is a dope ass analysis.
Facts
one of my favorite movies. 8 fingers in a V shape. that falling war boy screamed "witness" not "yes"
There is one detail you missed. Max's crab trap. It can be seen on the back of his car. In the Wasteland, one doesn't carry what isn't absolutely necessary. Now, where do crabs live? In the water. But there's no water anymore. The oceans dried up and became known as the Plains of Silence, an endless salty desert. What better place for someone running from booth the living and the dead? Maybe Max hoped to find some bits water clean enough for crabs to live in? No. He tells Furiosa that all there is out there is salt. He was going there wishing to die. But he is a man reduced to a single instinct: survive. That's what the crab trap is for.
When I saw this movie 🎥. I saw a lot of references to MAD MAX. Plus some of the references to VALHALLA. But you have taken every single frame. To let us know. The connection to the MAD MAX Universe. I’m so glad to have found your TH-cam channel 🎉..
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wait a minute... 4:38
Glory... That sounds very familiar...
The Mad Max game takes place in between Fury Road and MM3 i guess.
Pretty sure the dude falling screamed witness
I really enjoyed this deep dive especially when talking about the War Rig being the 'white whale' and all the sailing references but I was waiting for you to mention the little detail that the flags on the back of the Rig are red and green... port and starboard!
Eric, he said "witness" as he fell off the cliff.
He's made a few mistakes.
I've watched this movie about 12 times and you were providing so much knowledge and things I haven't picked up on. This video is amazing, subscribed and looking forward to more.
This movie completely reinvigorated me. I didn't think I would ever see another movie that would blow me away and this completely did. And I went into it hating Mad Max - I don't like the first movie! The trailer sold me and I went in blind and was dumbstruck that everything about it was jaw-dropping. Saw it 3 times in the theatre and many times at home. Thanks for the Deep Dive, I will cherish this video. No doubt you've read the book about the making of this movie, it should be read by every creative human on earth. Cheers man, I really appreciate your work.
While Immortan Joe is a villain and his wives are totally breeders, I can't help but realize his wives have a better quality of life than anyone else in that world. They are very educated (although incredibly naïve due to being kept in a giant vault), healthy, well fed, and fairly untouched by the horrors of that world they live in.
Exactly my problem with this movie; the average person would have done anything to be in their position
Yes I too guessed that it was implied we all bleed for redemption. Humanity must bleed to evolve. Good stuff. Very good indeed. A great dive into this one I love this movie for the story being told through action. Sometimes movies spell it out too much for us this one made you think. I always thought of Max NOT going up as him not only not being ready but there can be only 1 leader and in his eyes Furiosa earned that role. He is never ready to stay in one place for the voices catch up to him.
The movie was so intricate. Didn't know George spent that long planning this and it definitely shows.
Fantastic dive of a fantastic movie. I’ve seen it countless times and yet, you still managed to make me think about it in a new light.
9:11 scabrous scrotus is the villain in the mad Max video game
Furiosa prequel? No, we need more Nux.