Furiosa Ignites Cannes with Ovation: Prequel Triumphs Ahead of May 23 Release

May 17, 2024
Furiosa Ignites Cannes with Ovation: Prequel Triumphs Ahead of May 23 Release
  • George Miller's 'Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga' premiered to acclaim at the Cannes Film Festival, receiving a seven-minute standing ovation.

  • A new clip released by Odeon highlights the film's plot and action sequences.

  • 'Furiosa' is a prequel to 'Mad Max: Fury Road', focusing on the character's origins and her vendetta against Dementus.

  • Critics have praised the film for its cast, production design, and visuals, especially the performances of Anya Taylor-Joy and Chris Hemsworth.

  • The film boasts an 87% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and received a perfect score from IGN, which called it 'a hero's journey of epic proportions'.

  • Despite positive reviews, some critics argue that 'Furiosa' doesn't match the 'Mad Max' franchise's level of vision and humor.

  • The film is scheduled for a public release on May 23rd.

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