Anya Taylor-Joy recently disclosed that she had advocated for a brutal scene in Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga that encapsulated what she referred to as “female rage.” According to the actress, she had proposed a moment where Imperator Furiosa, played by Taylor-Joy herself, cuts out the tongue of Dementus, portrayed by Chris Hemsworth. Despite her efforts to push for this intense scene, it ultimately did not make the final cut in George Miller’s edit of the film.
Taylor-Joy explained her intention behind the scene, stating that she wanted the confrontation between Furiosa and Dementus to be a physical and hard-won one. Describing the significance of the moment, she emphasized the idea that witnessing Furiosa’s transformation into a more primal and visceral version of herself was crucial for the character’s arc. The actress even revealed that she kept a prosthetic memento of Dementus’ tongue in her home as a reminder of the scene that never made it to the screen.
In her interview with GQ, Anya Taylor-Joy delved into her personal connection to the theme of female rage explored in Furiosa. She shared how the film allowed her to tap into her own emotions, particularly her anger, in a way she had not experienced before. Taylor-Joy admitted that she had previously internalized feelings of guilt and self-blame, believing that mistreatment from others was a reflection of her own shortcomings. However, portraying Furiosa helped her embrace her anger and stand up for herself in a new and empowering way.
Furiosa’s Impact
Furiosa is poised to make a significant impact upon its release, with an anticipated global start of $80M-$85M. The film garnered a standing ovation lasting 7 minutes and 50 seconds at the Cannes Film Festival, indicating the powerful response it evoked from audiences. The story follows a young Furiosa who is captured by the Warlord Dementus before embarking on a journey that leads her to collaborate with a mysterious warrior in the Wasteland to seize control of a valuable resource, petroleum.
By delving into themes of female rage and empowerment, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga promises to offer a fresh perspective on the classic dystopian narrative, with Anya Taylor-Joy at the helm of a complex and nuanced portrayal of a fierce and resilient character.
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