He introduces a whole bunch of set-ups which all pay off organically throughout the story, which is told almost entirely through the action with next-to-no expository dialogue. Imperator Furiosa (Charlize Theron) liberates the wives of dictator Immortan Joe (Hugh Keays-Byrne) by stealing a War Rig, with the assistance of the captive Max (Tom Hardy), hotly pursued by Joe and his personal army.ĭirector George Miller manages to sustain the high octane energy level throughout the film without ever letting up. It's difficult to single out any scene in particular, as the entire film is essentially one big car chase. These are both fair points, as George Miller's use of practical effects and stunt work is still pretty awe-inspiring, and it all contributes to what is potentially the best action film of the 21st century so far.
