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The Inspirations Behind 45 Years of ‘Mad Max,’ Explained by Furiosa’s George Miller | Vanity Fair

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6 months ago

May 24, 2024

Presented by Rolex | ‘Furiosa’ director George Miller delves into the boundless well of inspiration fueling his 45-year journey crafting the epic Mad Max Saga. Get the inside details on what went into the craft of George’s filmmaking.

FURIOSA: A MAD MAX SAGA – only in theaters May 24, Memorial Day Weekend. https://www.furiosaamadmaxsaga.com/

Director: Claire Buss
Director of Photography: Vivian Lau
Editor: Jeremy Smolik
Talent: George Miller
Producer: Funmi Sunmonu
Line Producer: Romeeka Powell
Producer: Christie Garcia; Funmi Sunmonu
Line Producer: Romeeka Powell
Associate Producer: Emebeit Beyene; Amy Haskour
Talent : Alison Ward Frank, Lauren Mendoza, Meredith Judkins
Camera Operator: Lucas Vilicich
Gaffer: Shay Eberle-Gunst
Grip: Jon Corum
Sound : Justin Fox
Production Assistant: Brock Spitaels and Shenelle Jones
Art Department: ZoeZoe Sheen, Erin Petersen, Andrei Hill
Post Production Supervisor: Christian Olguin
Post Production Coordinator: Scout Alter
Supervising Editor: Doug Larsen
Assistant Editor: Fynn Lithgow

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@joecamps1119

May 24, 2024 at 1:55 pm

I think I’m not alone in feeling I could listen to George Miller talk for hours, and thanks the Furiosa press tour I have.

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@croggerobber

May 24, 2024 at 2:03 pm

I hope he gets to make another Mad Max to complete the new trilogy 🙏

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@gauravjudge372

May 24, 2024 at 2:09 pm

I really hope I’m this cool at age 79.

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@Ggt56446

May 24, 2024 at 2:11 pm

Movie name is mad max but ı dont see Max 😂

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- @Shorties
  
  May 24, 2024 at 2:51 pm
  
  Movie name is Furiosa, saw a lot of Furiosa
  
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- @warmachine6988
  
  May 24, 2024 at 3:10 pm
  
  Max actually got a little cameo it wad fun to see
  
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- @Ggt56446
  
  May 24, 2024 at 3:14 pm
  
  @@Shorties ohh 😮 really my bad 😥 any way why we need mad max
  
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@timerewind

May 24, 2024 at 2:12 pm

Absolute brilliance and it all begins with George Miller’s gift for storytelling.

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@OcurrenciaTV

May 24, 2024 at 2:15 pm

This movie doesn’t have the heart that Fury Road has

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- @warmachine6988
  
  May 24, 2024 at 3:09 pm
  
  Yeah, i feel like fury road is more fun and furiosa was more serious, but i think that was done on purpose to make her story feel more dark
  
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@julianthesmooshyhusky8976

May 24, 2024 at 2:21 pm

Saw furiosa last night, going to see it again in imax tonight. If this doesn’t win the Oscar for best sound, it’s a crime

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@PETERNESS

May 24, 2024 at 2:26 pm

As an Aussie who waited in line to see Mad Max on Collins st Melbourne as a young kid let me say after mad max 2 the entire series should off stopped .three was awful fury road was worse and this instalment isnt even worth watching ,it looks like fury road so thats enough for me ,took me years of therapy and so much money to get over fury road

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@Berssange55

May 24, 2024 at 2:47 pm

Wow, furiosa was WAAAY better than i was expecting, this guy is genius

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@razielbeoulve819

May 24, 2024 at 2:52 pm

You beautiful freaking Legend!

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@nederlanditism1154

May 24, 2024 at 3:07 pm

you wonder if even he believes his words. his films are childish and largely stupid.

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@darpanpatel8023

May 24, 2024 at 3:10 pm

Friendship ended with Christopher Nolan 🙅‍♀️ George Miller is now my best friend ✅

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@darpanpatel8023

May 24, 2024 at 3:12 pm

I love how Furiosa is very close to MadMax 2! Fury Road felt like a spin-off.

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@traydaniel0403

May 24, 2024 at 3:13 pm

I really hope Furiosa gets nominated at the Golden Globe and Oscars for Best Director and Best Picture, and George Miller wins his 2nd & 3rd for Best Director & Producer after his 1st Oscar win for Best Animated Feature Film for Happy Feet 🐧

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@traydaniel0403

May 24, 2024 at 3:14 pm

Now we will need George Miller to direct, write & produce Chris Hemsworth’s Thor 5, and make it more serious this time

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@Jabberstax

May 24, 2024 at 3:21 pm

Money was the only inspiration for “Furiousa”

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@ianhowells207

May 24, 2024 at 3:25 pm

Wow, the second time Mad Max 2 has been remade😂😂😂😂😂😂

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@geoafe66

May 24, 2024 at 3:26 pm

Legend

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@geoafe66

May 24, 2024 at 3:27 pm

Great movie definitely recommend seeing it

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@ibanezleftyclub

May 24, 2024 at 3:28 pm

I’m convinced all you need to be a great director is a pair of odd glasses.

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@mrbrex95

May 24, 2024 at 3:28 pm

“who’s Kurosawa?” Bro lol

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@KerimBanka

May 24, 2024 at 3:33 pm

This is one of the greatest things on the internet.

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- @Thecuriousincident1
  
  May 24, 2024 at 3:48 pm
  
  Okay calm down.
  
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@leandromamute03

May 24, 2024 at 3:35 pm

this format is great!

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@DosBlade

May 24, 2024 at 3:38 pm

I only liked the 1st one … the others just seem to.. not like the 1st

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@calebmatuli2239

May 24, 2024 at 3:48 pm

has goarge miller written thriller novels .

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‘Wicked’ Director & Cinematographer Break Down the ‘Dancing Through Life’ Scene | Vanity Fair

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19 hours ago

November 22, 2024

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‘Wicked’ director Jon M. Chu breaks down Jonathan Bailey’s ‘Dancing Through Life’ scene alongside cinematographer Alice Brooks. Jon provides an elaborate explanation of the specific color plays throughout the scene, building in windows in the “tornado wheel” to get the perfect lighting, careful coordination to find the right timing with all of Jonathan’s tricks and so much more.

WICKED is in theaters now, https://www.wickedmovie.com

Director: Funmi Sunmonu
Editor: Philip Anderson; Matthew Colby
Talent: Jon M. Chu and Alice Brooks
Coordinating Producer: Emebeit Beyene and Sydney Malone
Line Producer: Romeeka Powell
Production Manager: Andressa Pelachi
Production Coordinator: Elizabeth Hymes
Associate Director, Talent : Meredith Judkins
Production Assistant: Lily Starck
Post Production Supervisor: Christian Olguin
Post Production Coordinator: Ian Bryant
Supervising Editor: Doug Larsen
Assistant Editor: Justin Symonds
Special Thanks: Glass Engine

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How the Front Row Became the Front Row | Vogue

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3 days ago

November 20, 2024

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Over the past 75 years, fashion shows have evolved from intimate presentations to global spectacles. Vogue takes a look at the rich history of fashion’s illustrious front row. Dior’s 1950s “New Look” revolutionized femininity, while the ’60s embraced individual freedom and exclusivity. The ’70s introduced cultural influencers and turned shows into entertainment, paving the way for the extravagant glamour of the ’80s. By the ’90s, mainstream appeal dominated, and the 2000s saw celebrities strategically claim the front row. The rise of influencers in the 2010s, fueled by social media, democratized access to Fashion Week. Even as the pandemic briefly halted live shows, the industry adapted and returned. Today, the front row itself has become part of the spectacle with celebrities like Kylie Jenner wearing the same outfit we also see on the runway.

Director: Catherine Orchard
Editors: Evan Allan, Ryan Jeffrey
Producers: Rahel Gebreyes, Bety Dereje
Archival Researcher: Lilli Karkowski
Writer: Laia Garcia-Furtado
Associate Producer: Marisah Yazbek
Creative Production Coordinator: Anisa Kennar
Production Coordinators: Ava Kashar, Tanía Jones
Production Manager: Natasha Soto-Albors
Line Producer: Romeeka Powell
Senior Director, Production Management: Jessica Schier
Assistant Editors: Fynn Lithgow, Justin Symonds
Post Production Coordinator: Scout Alter
Art & Graphics Lead: Léa Kichler
Supervising Editor: Erica DeLeo
Post Production Supervisor: Alexa Deutsch
Associate Director, Post Production: Nicholas Ascanio
Director, Content Production: Rahel Gebreyes
Senior Director, Video: Romy van den Broeke
Senior Director, Programming: Linda Gittleson
VP, Video Programming: Thespena Guatieri
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Image Courtesy of Steven Meisel

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00:39 – 1950s
01:22 – 1960s
01:50 – 1970s
02:20 – 1980s
02:57 – 1990s
03:31 – 2000s
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05:10 – 2020s

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