CANNES, France (AP) — The highly anticipated film 'Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga' made its debut at the Cannes Film Festival on Wednesday, marking the return of George Miller's dystopian world to the prestigious Croisette promenade. Starring Anya Taylor-Joy as a young Furiosa, this latest installment in the 'Mad Max' series follows in the footsteps of its predecessor, 'Mad Max: Fury Road,' which premiered at the same festival nine years ago.
Director George Miller, a familiar face at Cannes having served on the jury multiple times, expressed his excitement about showcasing 'Furiosa' at the festival. He emphasized the significance of presenting the film in a cinema setting with top-notch sound and screening quality, calling it an 'optimal cinema' experience.
For lead actress Anya Taylor-Joy, the Cannes premiere of 'Furiosa' holds special meaning. Her first appearance at the festival was in 2017 when she received a Chopard trophy as an emerging actor. The award was presented to her by Charlize Theron, the original Furiosa from 'Fury Road.'
'Furiosa' is set to hit North American theaters on May 24, bringing the post-apocalyptic world of 'Mad Max' back to the big screen for fans to enjoy.
