The story of how a lowbudget indie flick led to a global pop culture phenomenon.

Featuring exclusive, recent interviews with Joanne Samuel (Jessie in the first Mad Max film), Bruce Spence (The Gyrocopter Captain in Mad Max 2), and Emil Minty (The Feral Kid in Mad Max 2), this documentary delves deep into the legendary Mad Max saga.

When George Miller and Byron Kennedy released their indie movie debut, Mad Max, in 1979, they unleashed what would become the most profitable film in cinema history. Its sequel, Mad Max 2 (known as The Road Warrior in the US), released in 1981, further revolutionised the genre by setting the visual standard for postapocalyptic cinema.

We also visit Silverton, the iconic filming location of Mad Max 2, now home to the extensive Mad Max 2 Museum. More than four decades later, Silverton remains a pilgrimage site for fans, celebrating the enduring legacy of a franchise that continues to captivate and inspire audiences around the world.

As fans eagerly anticipate the release of Mad Max: Furiosa, tipped to be one of 2024’s biggest films, this documentary offers an indepth look at the origins and impact of a series that not only redefined action cinema but also continues to influence filmmakers and captivate audiences across generations.

Video by Tom Compagnoni.

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00:00 Influence and cultural impact of Mad Max
00:58 Making the first Mad Max film (Joanne Samuel)
04:33 Filming action on a motorbike (David Eggby)
07:35 First time seeing Mad Max and working on Mad Max 2 (Bruce Spence)
09:53 Costume design by Norma Moricau
10:53 Playing The Feral Kid (Emil Minty)
13:32 Mad Max 2 Celebration: 40 Years in Silverton
15:00 Adrian Bennett and the Mad Max 2 Museum
17:05 The genius of George Miller

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