It’s a Mad Max World
Overview
Emerging from the depths of the film industry, the Mad Max saga became an instant cult classic after the release of the first film in 1979. These five critically acclaimed films have continued to captivate audiences. They shaped the identity of Australian cinema, launched a movie star – Mel Gibson – and propelled George Miller as one of the greatest directors of his generation. Above all, Mad Max has left an indelible mark on our collective unconscious, redefining our vision of the apocalypse and human civilization. This documentary tells the story of this phenomenon, from the small production of the first film to the monumental later installments, drawing on interviews and rare archives.
Top Cast
Barbara Kelsch
Narrator (voice)
Mel Gibson
Self (archive footage)
Tom Hardy
Self (archive footage)
Chris Hemsworth
Self (archive footage)
Tina Turner
Self (archive footage)
Anya Taylor-Joy
Self (archive footage)
George Miller
Self (archive footage)
Byron Kennedy
Self (archive footage)
Grant Page
Self
Tim Burns
Self
Hugh Keays-Byrne
Self
Terry Hayes
Self
Joseph Campbell
Self
Norma Moriceau
Self
Grant Page
Self (archive footage)
Charlize Theron
Self
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