'Furiosa' features a 15-minute action sequence filmed over 78 days
Filmmaking is an arduous, time-consuming process, so naturally, some scenes take multiple re-takes and days to film. This has proven particularly true for the Mad Max prequel, Furiosa, where a riveting 15-minute action sequence demanded 78 filming days! This intriguing detail was shared by Doug Mitchell, the long-term collaborator of director George Miller, during a conversation with Total Film magazine. The complex scene required the daily involvement of nearly 200 stunt professionals and was intriguingly named "Stairway to Nowhere."
Anya Taylor-Joy discussed the demanding filming process
Anya Taylor-Joy, the lead actor in Furiosa, also offered insight into the demanding filming process of the 15-minute sequence. "George and I would have these big conversations about why this particular set-piece was so long." "It's because you see an accumulation of skills over the course of a battle, and that's very important for understanding how resourceful Furiosa is, but also her grit." "It's the longest sequence any of us have ever shot."
'Furiosa' unveils gripping backstory and relentless pursuit
Furiosa tells the gripping backstory of Furiosa's abduction as a young girl by Warlord Dementus, played by Chris Hemsworth, and his Biker Horde. The plot follows her unyielding pursuit of retribution and her journey to reconnect with her family and homeland. Taylor-Joy characterized the film as a "story of relentless hope," while also praising Miller's creative production design, direction, and VFX skills. Both Taylor-Joy and Hemsworth endorsed Furiosa at CinemaCon earlier this month, unveiling new clips from the action-packed prequel.
'Furiosa' set to debut at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival
Furiosa is scheduled to hit theaters on May 24, courtesy of Warner Bros. The film will make its global debut at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, where it will be screened outside of the competition. According to Variety, the newly released footage showcased an explosive mix of fire, metal, chainmail, war paint, shattered bones, and vengeance drenched in blood. These intense scenes are predicted to be especially striking in IMAX format as indicated by the audience's reaction at CinemaCon.
