“Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga” has been met with overwhelmingly positive reviews, with critics calling it a “powerhouse action filmmaking” experience​ The film is structured into five chapters spanning 15 years, following Furiosa’s evolution from a kidnapped child to a battle-hardened warrior​

The cinematography, helmed by Simon Duggan, delivers stunning visuals, though some note it lacks the raw, practical grandeur of Fury Road. The action sequences, while exhilarating, are slightly less relentless than its predecessor, but they still showcase Miller’s signature chaotic yet controlled style​

Anya Taylor-Joy delivers a fierce performance as Furiosa, though dialogue is minimal, much like Tom Hardy’s portrayal of Max in Fury Road. Chris Hemsworth’s Dementus is a standout, portraying a charismatic yet sadistic villain who adds depth to the film’s narrative​.

While the pacing slows down in some parts, Furiosa successfully expands the Mad Max universe, offering a compelling origin story that feels both grand and intimate. Whether it reaches the heights of Fury Road is debatable, but it undoubtedly cements itself as an essential entry in the franchise​.