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Post by Wrangler on May 20, 2003 11:25:51 GMT -5
Well, The Matrix pretty much rides on the waves of escapism, where knowledge is power—where being plugged is the true path to the ultimate utopia. But The Matrix’s substance isn’t riding on reality. And what about Mad Max? Well, all I can say is--Mad Max is reality!
The fact that the crux of Mad Max rides on something that truly exists or events that could really happen—doesn’t it make you a little fidgety about the whole thing? Hey, the reality that is Mad Max is a lot closer to reality than The Matrix could ever be—the sudden collapse of our oil reserves, the warring between societies (or tribes), and the rise of mobile, havoc-wreaking, highway gangs. Or maybe even a tyrannical witch like Aunty. Yes, it could all happen. And to me, that’s what makes Mad Max a lot more entertaining.
Oh and I’m pretty sure it was “took” and not “toke”, but it does add a little more ferocity to the whole she-bang.
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Post by Wrangler on May 21, 2003 12:12:32 GMT -5
Oh, so he was the one. He looks a lot different from the other Bronze officers—and though he doesn’t really begin to describe it, he does look “dark”.
Gee…I didn’t noticed his name being mentioned and all. Maybe I wasn’t paying any attention again. Anyway, I thought Max was with Goose all along—or were they even partners? (Well…I guess not since Max and Goose have individual vehicles after all.)
Hmmm…the M.F.P.’s gone, that’s for certain. But I’d like to think that most of the Bronze made it. I love those guys. They sure did bloodied up a lot of bad-guy noses when they were still active—or worse. Anyway, thanks again for the info, Uncle.
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Post by Wrangler on May 21, 2003 12:12:32 GMT -5
Oh, so he was the one. He looks a lot different from the other Bronze officers—and though he doesn’t really begin to describe it, he does look “dark”.
Gee…I didn’t noticed his name being mentioned and all. Maybe I wasn’t paying any attention again. Anyway, I thought Max was with Goose all along—or were they even partners? (Well…I guess not since Max and Goose have individual vehicles after all.)
Hmmm…the M.F.P.’s gone, that’s for certain. But I’d like to think that most of the Bronze made it. I love those guys. They sure did bloodied up a lot of bad-guy noses when they were still active—or worse. Anyway, thanks again for the info, Uncle.
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Post by Wrangler on May 18, 2003 13:24:15 GMT -5
Hey thanks, Uncle! I'm very happy knowing that now I don't have to wander off before I go to bed pondering on what Max was carrying. Oh and another kudos on the Crack In The Net website! I'm a big supporter (or fan if you will of that site, believe it or not. I sure got a lot of my questions answered there. I especially liked the MFP Chronicles, Do The Tell and the Villains To The Max Section. It was awesome. And just a suggestion...why don't you put a section showcasing Max's allies--in contrast to the Villains To The Max section. I was also kind of planning on doing some stories on the other MFP officers, namely Charlie, Big Bopper and Fifi but I just really can't find the time these days. Ever wondered what could've happened to them after the first movie? (Maybe I'll make Charlie an exception--he really looked like the guy in the Underworld after Pig Killer's introduction to Max, didn't he? Might truly be him.) I sure would like to know your theories on these ones! Last one up 'fore I retire...I've got the littlest information on who or what the [glow=red,2,300]Dark One[/glow] is. Does anyone have some more info on him? Or her? Or what? (He-heh, you might know this one Uncle.) Anyway, thanks again for the info Uncle! Be seeing ya!
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Post by Wrangler on May 18, 2003 13:24:15 GMT -5
Hey thanks, Uncle! I'm very happy knowing that now I don't have to wander off before I go to bed pondering on what Max was carrying. Oh and another kudos on the Crack In The Net website! I'm a big supporter (or fan if you will of that site, believe it or not. I sure got a lot of my questions answered there. I especially liked the MFP Chronicles, Do The Tell and the Villains To The Max Section. It was awesome. And just a suggestion...why don't you put a section showcasing Max's allies--in contrast to the Villains To The Max section. I was also kind of planning on doing some stories on the other MFP officers, namely Charlie, Big Bopper and Fifi but I just really can't find the time these days. Ever wondered what could've happened to them after the first movie? (Maybe I'll make Charlie an exception--he really looked like the guy in the Underworld after Pig Killer's introduction to Max, didn't he? Might truly be him.) I sure would like to know your theories on these ones! Last one up 'fore I retire...I've got the littlest information on who or what the [glow=red,2,300]Dark One[/glow] is. Does anyone have some more info on him? Or her? Or what? (He-heh, you might know this one Uncle.) Anyway, thanks again for the info Uncle! Be seeing ya!
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Post by Wrangler on May 17, 2003 13:57:51 GMT -5
He-he. I'm still wondering as to what was Max carrying at the very last shot of Beyond Thunderdome (before the credits start rolling). I know this may seem a little opinionated but maybe some of you might really know what it was. Thanks! [glow=red,2,300](Oh...to me, it looked like a some kind of spear.)[/glow]
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Post by Wrangler on May 17, 2003 13:57:51 GMT -5
He-he. I'm still wondering as to what was Max carrying at the very last shot of Beyond Thunderdome (before the credits start rolling). I know this may seem a little opinionated but maybe some of you might really know what it was. Thanks! [glow=red,2,300](Oh...to me, it looked like a some kind of spear.)[/glow]
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Post by Wrangler on May 19, 2003 10:19:01 GMT -5
Woah, gee—this is amazing. So glad to know that I could still trust my observational expertise after all. And so great that I could share the views with someone on the movie. Thanks, Uncle! Anyways, after having another look at the last shot of Max today in Beyond Thunderdome (yep, I do watch my Mad Max movies every once in a while)—and now knowing that Max was carrrying a spear and an umbrella—I do felt this little longing for another vehicle for Max to jump right into. He looked a lot different when he was in a vehicle than when he was walking. That change though wasn’t really a bad thing for me (thank God). But then, I do yearn for the old days when Max was constantly on the move, in a souped-up, booby trapped automobile. But hey, mobility is a powerful ally—and it can be a powerful enemy as well. And the road will never be rid of its own dangers. And Max? Well, he looks prepped and ready as usual—especially in that beautiful last shot.
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Post by Wrangler on May 19, 2003 10:19:01 GMT -5
Woah, gee—this is amazing. So glad to know that I could still trust my observational expertise after all. And so great that I could share the views with someone on the movie. Thanks, Uncle! Anyways, after having another look at the last shot of Max today in Beyond Thunderdome (yep, I do watch my Mad Max movies every once in a while)—and now knowing that Max was carrrying a spear and an umbrella—I do felt this little longing for another vehicle for Max to jump right into. He looked a lot different when he was in a vehicle than when he was walking. That change though wasn’t really a bad thing for me (thank God). But then, I do yearn for the old days when Max was constantly on the move, in a souped-up, booby trapped automobile. But hey, mobility is a powerful ally—and it can be a powerful enemy as well. And the road will never be rid of its own dangers. And Max? Well, he looks prepped and ready as usual—especially in that beautiful last shot.
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Post by Wrangler on May 18, 2003 12:49:18 GMT -5
He-heh. Well, I'm a little rusty when it comes to the minute details but I do let my mind wander when it comes to watching (or reading) an exceptional story--and Mad Max is, as far as I'm concerned, one of the most compelling action stories I've ever encountered. It's not as mindless as any other "An Eye For An Eye" movie; Mad Max's got a lot of premises. After his role as the cop who, after the murder of his friend and family, became a nitro-burning avenger--he went on to become a survivor when Australia sort of--changed. I'd also like to think of him as also a bounty hunter (well, not really a hunter--maybe a defender in his days as a wandering nomad. (Well, he did made some business deals in The Road Warrior and Beyond Thunderdome--and both of them almost cost him his life.) And now that Fury Road's on the way...you just have to wonder...what road will Max turn to?
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Post by Wrangler on May 18, 2003 12:49:18 GMT -5
He-heh. Well, I'm a little rusty when it comes to the minute details but I do let my mind wander when it comes to watching (or reading) an exceptional story--and Mad Max is, as far as I'm concerned, one of the most compelling action stories I've ever encountered. It's not as mindless as any other "An Eye For An Eye" movie; Mad Max's got a lot of premises. After his role as the cop who, after the murder of his friend and family, became a nitro-burning avenger--he went on to become a survivor when Australia sort of--changed. I'd also like to think of him as also a bounty hunter (well, not really a hunter--maybe a defender in his days as a wandering nomad. (Well, he did made some business deals in The Road Warrior and Beyond Thunderdome--and both of them almost cost him his life.) And now that Fury Road's on the way...you just have to wonder...what road will Max turn to?
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Post by Wrangler on May 16, 2003 1:57:58 GMT -5
Ah yes...Max's last shot...after his dance with Aunty, Ironbar and her other goons...after the migratory flight of Savannah and the others. Max--alone--drifting and striding in the badlands of Australia. What's he carrying though? A spear? I'm not quite sure. But you can be sure, he'll survive. He'll find something...scavenge something, recycle something...and the wandering man on foot ("Captain Walker anyone?") will soon find a new set of wheels...Heck, maybe he'll find another V8. (Hope he does. ;D) The great thing about the trilogy is that you know there'll still be something even before the end credits start rolling. I mean, the very last shot of Max (before the words "For Byron"--R.I.P. and thanks Mr. Kennedy) simply leads you into thinking of the following scenes for yourself (without even knowing there's gonna be "Fury Road"). Max was holding something in his last shot--and that's the start. After that he'll find something else. And then he'll find something else. The wastelands is a wondrous place full of something else's. And in the ashes...the MFP's main wild card will rise again...
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Post by Wrangler on May 16, 2003 1:57:58 GMT -5
Ah yes...Max's last shot...after his dance with Aunty, Ironbar and her other goons...after the migratory flight of Savannah and the others. Max--alone--drifting and striding in the badlands of Australia. What's he carrying though? A spear? I'm not quite sure. But you can be sure, he'll survive. He'll find something...scavenge something, recycle something...and the wandering man on foot ("Captain Walker anyone?") will soon find a new set of wheels...Heck, maybe he'll find another V8. (Hope he does. ;D) The great thing about the trilogy is that you know there'll still be something even before the end credits start rolling. I mean, the very last shot of Max (before the words "For Byron"--R.I.P. and thanks Mr. Kennedy) simply leads you into thinking of the following scenes for yourself (without even knowing there's gonna be "Fury Road"). Max was holding something in his last shot--and that's the start. After that he'll find something else. And then he'll find something else. The wastelands is a wondrous place full of something else's. And in the ashes...the MFP's main wild card will rise again...
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Post by Wrangler on May 16, 2003 1:35:41 GMT -5
Well said, dude. It's rather disappointing that not all Mad Max fans share mutual interests concerning the three films. I mean, the one thing I kept hearing on why Road Warrior was so popular was because of the blood, guts and gore which was apparently plenty in comparison with the other Mad Max movies. Blood, guts and gore? Tsk, these people should watch the trilogy again because they've surely missed a lot more. George Miller should be given more credit and respect not only because he amplified the violence in Road Warrior, but because he did one hell of a job in all of the Mad Max movies. Heck, these guys did a lot of backbreaking research in making the trilogy. We've got surrealistic character developments, awesome cascades of scenery, wild chases and stunts, some dark humor too and the one thing that most sequels have been lacking--essential continuity. Oh...and what about the awesome muscle cars, motorcycles, junkmobiles and jalopies? Great and tedious work was done to come up with something more than just blood, guts and gore. (OK, that's the last time I'll mention blood, guts and gore.) Anyway, like the mailman, George delivers. No doubters on this ride baby! We'll just have to fasten our seat belts 'coz there ain't no cruise control! 'Till then, Tycho!
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Post by Wrangler on May 16, 2003 1:35:41 GMT -5
Well said, dude. It's rather disappointing that not all Mad Max fans share mutual interests concerning the three films. I mean, the one thing I kept hearing on why Road Warrior was so popular was because of the blood, guts and gore which was apparently plenty in comparison with the other Mad Max movies. Blood, guts and gore? Tsk, these people should watch the trilogy again because they've surely missed a lot more. George Miller should be given more credit and respect not only because he amplified the violence in Road Warrior, but because he did one hell of a job in all of the Mad Max movies. Heck, these guys did a lot of backbreaking research in making the trilogy. We've got surrealistic character developments, awesome cascades of scenery, wild chases and stunts, some dark humor too and the one thing that most sequels have been lacking--essential continuity. Oh...and what about the awesome muscle cars, motorcycles, junkmobiles and jalopies? Great and tedious work was done to come up with something more than just blood, guts and gore. (OK, that's the last time I'll mention blood, guts and gore.) Anyway, like the mailman, George delivers. No doubters on this ride baby! We'll just have to fasten our seat belts 'coz there ain't no cruise control! 'Till then, Tycho!
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