Key Takeaways:
– Chris Hemsworth lauds director George Miller for forging an Australian identity in Hollywood through the Mad Max film franchise.
– Hemsworth is set to appear as the antagonist Warlord Dementus in the upcoming prequel, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga.
– The film is anticipated to be a major box-office hit following its release on May 24th, 2024.
Chris Hemsworth Praises Mad Max Franchise
Renowned for its thrill-packed action scenarios, the Mad Max film series by George Miller has become a respected Hollywood franchise. Matching the high-profile appeal of George Lucas' Star Wars, Miller's creations including the dystopian drama that debuted in 1979 featuring Mel Gibson, and its subsequent successful sequels.
Reappearing in 2015 with Mad Max: Fury Road, Miller managed to pull in leading Hollywood star Anya Taylor-Joy and fellow Aussie Chris Hemsworth for the eagerly awaited 2024 prequel, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. During a recent outing, Hemsworth lauded Miller for prominently placing their homeland in the spotlight through the extremely popular franchise.
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, is due for streaming from May 24, 2024. Projections for the post-apocalyptic thriller are hinting toward substantial returns at the box office. The film witnesses the appearance of Hollywood's best-loved star Anya Taylor-Joy, taking on the lead role as she shares screen time with Marvel's megastar Chris Hemsworth.
Hemsworth's Role in Mad Max Saga
Hemsworth, who recently received his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, is all set to play the menacing adversary Warlord Dementus. Ahead of the ceremony on May 23rd, he shared his thoughts on the soon-to-be-released film and his collaboration with director Miller.
Speaking to Variety magazine, Hemsworth expressed high regard towards Miller and his significant contributions to the Mad Max franchise. He compared the film series to successful franchises from other countries, accenting the fact that Britain has Harry Potter and America has Star Wars while Australia can boast Mad Max. Hemsworth believes this Australian franchise allows audiences to appreciate cinema beyond America and the U.K., while also introducing them to a different accent.
The Evolution of Hemsworth's Acting Range
The Mad Max producer George Miller's $529 million franchise matches some of Hollywood's biggest hits in terms of box-office returns and viewer interests. Miller's fifth installment in the series, starring Anya Taylor-Joy and Chris Hemsworth, is expected to exceed expectations.
Though all eyes are on Hemsworth for portraying an intimidating and unhinged villain, a stark contrast to his Marvel character, the director initially did not consider him for the role. After observing his acting skills, Miller expressed his delight and applauded Hemsworth for proving him wrong with his extensive acting range.
Following the release of the initial teasers, images, and trailer featuring Taylor-Joy and Hemsworth, the film's hype has skyrocketed and it seems to be on track for record-breaking box office success as well as affirming Miller's position as a bona fide franchise king.
