Furiosais already positioning itself as one of the most anticipated blockbusters of the summer. And now, thanks toEmpire Magazine, audiences can get a new look atGeorge Miller’s latest project, before the filmmaker returns to the mysterious sands of the franchise he’s worked on over the course of decades. A new image from the prequel has been released, featuring characters such as Warlord Dementus (Chris Hemsworth) grabbing the spotlight. Names aren’t necessarily subtle in theMad Maxuniverse, and theThorstar is getting ready to step into the shoes of a very different warrior whenFuriosapremieres in theaters this summer.
WhileMad Max: Fury Roadtook audiences on an unexpected journey alongside the titular character played byTom Hardy, viewers will have to confront a very different narrative with the upcoming prequel. The premise ofFuriosawill follow the character previously portrayed byCharlize Theron, withAnya Taylor-Joytaking over the role of the powerful warrior. A young Imperator Furiosa will be snatched from the Green Place of Many Mothers, and the protagonist will need to find new ways to survive in the Wasteland while running into characters such as Warlord Dementus. The stage is set forFuriosato bring the explosive amount of action Miller is known for to the big screen.
The cast ofMad Max: Fury Roadincluded names such asNicholas Hoult,Zoë KravitzandHugh Keays-Byrne, assembling an impressive amount of talent for the previous installment in the franchise.Furiosawill introduce new faces to the Wasteland, with performers such asTom Burke,Nathan JonesandAngus Sampsongetting their own opportunity to shine in the universe where warriors use extravagant vehicles and weapons to fight in the unforgiving desert. George Miller is ready to remind the world why people fell in love with the franchise ever since the original movie premiered in 1979.
Who Wrote ‘Furiosa’?
Besides sitting in the director’s chair during the making ofFuriosa, George Miller also worked on the screenplay for the upcoming prequel. But given how well the duo worked together last time around, the filmmaker collaborated withNick Lathourisin order to come up with the best story possible for the young version of Furiosa. Lathouris previously worked on the screenplay forMad Max: Fury Road, and he also appeared in the originalMad Maxas Grease Rat. The impressive creative team behind the Wasteland is back, with a prequel that will follow one of the most beloved characters from the series.
