'Mad Max' sequel in the works - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

Brian Damage · 10-24-2009, 04:44 PM

SYDNEY -- The fourth installment in George Miller's "Mad Max" franchise, "Fury Road," is set to go into production in Sydney and outback New South Wales next year, according to local reports Saturday.

Miller, who also will produce the film through his production shingle Kennedy Miller, is quoted as saying that " 'Fury Road' will put NSW back on the map as a filmmaking destination.

"Hollywood has cut its production in half. Big movies like 'Fury Road' and 'Happy' Feet are rare and competitively sought after in all the filmmaking regions of the world," Miller told the Daily Telegraph newspaper.

"The production agreements have been a long time in the making and (NSW) Premier Rees and his team have worked like Trojans to ensure this substantial investment comes into this country. Not only does it help fuel the local economy but it means many talented people get a chance to practice their craft and lift their skills."

News that "Fury Road" has been given the greenlight comes just 10 days after Warner Bros. announced was pulling production of "Green Lantern" out of Australia.

No studio backing for "Fury Road" was announced for the film which reportedly has a $100 million budget.

"The 'Mad Max' films are iconic," Rees said. "In the hands of director George Miller, we will see one of the largest and most ambitious live-action films ever made in Australia. This is a clear vote of confidence in Australian expertise. This proves that Sydney is an international contender for major film production."

Kennedy Miller is also in production on "Happy Feet 2" in its digital production joint venture with Omnilab Media, Dr D.

"Its been 30 years since the post-apocalyptic thriller "Mad Max" was released, propelling Mel Gibson to stardom.

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/hr/...69e23c51a12b1#

TJL · 10-24-2009, 06:47 PM

So they are finally making this movie. It's been on and off for years.

I hope Mel Gibson is in it.

Brian Damage · 10-31-2009, 02:29 PM

Charlize Theron is developing a taste for post-apocalytic movie roles.

The Oscar-winning actress, 34, has signed on to star in Mad Max: Fury Road, the fourth installment of the futuristic Mad Max series, Variety reports. Shooting will begin next August in Australia.

This follows Theron's starring role in The Road, an adventure film opening next month based on the Cormac McCarthy novel set in a similar dusty dystopia. Theron won the Academy Award for Best Actress for 2003's Monster.

http://www.people.com/people/news/0,,3,00.html

Zebra 3 · 10-31-2009, 06:34 PM

It's not a Mad Max movie without Mel Gibson in the starring role.

10-24-2009, 04:44 PM	#1
Brian Damage I'm Rich Bitch Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 03, 2002 Location: What Ain't No Country I Ever Heard Of...They Speak English in What? Posts: 63,107	'Mad Max' sequel in the works SYDNEY -- The fourth installment in George Miller's "Mad Max" franchise, "Fury Road," is set to go into production in Sydney and outback New South Wales next year, according to local reports Saturday. Miller, who also will produce the film through his production shingle Kennedy Miller, is quoted as saying that " 'Fury Road' will put NSW back on the map as a filmmaking destination. "Hollywood has cut its production in half. Big movies like 'Fury Road' and 'Happy' Feet are rare and competitively sought after in all the filmmaking regions of the world," Miller told the Daily Telegraph newspaper. "The production agreements have been a long time in the making and (NSW) Premier Rees and his team have worked like Trojans to ensure this substantial investment comes into this country. Not only does it help fuel the local economy but it means many talented people get a chance to practice their craft and lift their skills." News that "Fury Road" has been given the greenlight comes just 10 days after Warner Bros. announced was pulling production of "Green Lantern" out of Australia. No studio backing for "Fury Road" was announced for the film which reportedly has a $100 million budget. "The 'Mad Max' films are iconic," Rees said. "In the hands of director George Miller, we will see one of the largest and most ambitious live-action films ever made in Australia. This is a clear vote of confidence in Australian expertise. This proves that Sydney is an international contender for major film production." Kennedy Miller is also in production on "Happy Feet 2" in its digital production joint venture with Omnilab Media, Dr D. "Its been 30 years since the post-apocalyptic thriller "Mad Max" was released, propelling Mel Gibson to stardom. http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/hr/...69e23c51a12b1#
	__________________ The Key to the Kingdom of Heaven: John 3:3 *Money Doesn't Buy Happiness...But I'd Rather Cry in My Private Jet*

10-24-2009, 06:47 PM	#2
TJL Suburbanite Extrordinaire Forum Star Join Date: Dec 29, 2001 Location: New Jersey - the cradle of civilization Posts: 16,588	So they are finally making this movie. It's been on and off for years. I hope Mel Gibson is in it.
	__________________ "I think I'll stroll up to the front to see how the shooting's going..." - Capt. Benjamin Franklin "Hawkeye" Pierce Read my blogs! http://centralparkamisguide.com/ http://dvdcriticscorner.com Visit me on Facebook!http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=641138880 Hey, I do the tweet thing too! http://twitter.com/TomLevier My shop of handmade items! http://www.etsy.com/shop/ColdGarageCreations

10-31-2009, 02:29 PM	#3
Brian Damage I'm Rich Bitch Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 03, 2002 Location: What Ain't No Country I Ever Heard Of...They Speak English in What? Posts: 63,107	Charlize Theron Joins Cast of 4th Mad Max Charlize Theron is developing a taste for post-apocalytic movie roles. The Oscar-winning actress, 34, has signed on to star in Mad Max: Fury Road, the fourth installment of the futuristic Mad Max series, Variety reports. Shooting will begin next August in Australia. This follows Theron's starring role in The Road, an adventure film opening next month based on the Cormac McCarthy novel set in a similar dusty dystopia. Theron won the Academy Award for Best Actress for 2003's Monster. http://www.people.com/people/news/0,,3,00.html

10-31-2009, 06:34 PM	#4
Zebra 3 Striped Tomato Forum Veteran Join Date: Jun 26, 2002 Location: Bay City Posts: 5,812	It's not a Mad Max movie without Mel Gibson in the starring role.
	__________________ Sitcoms Online STARSKY & HUTCH Message Board