Fantastic

Rating: 10/10 (22 January 2016)

Okay okay, I understand how some people are immensely disappointed in this film. It doesn't have much of a good story and the acting is dull at times. So if that's what you're looking for, move on. However, the entire movie is a spectacle, an enormous AV experience. The cinematography is top notch, with absolutely gorgeous scenery, explosions, etc. The main reason I applaud this film is for its portrayal of a whole, post apocalyptic, gang ridden world. There are leaders and armies and territories and whatnot. There is a unique cast of characters in intriguing looking costumes riding in ridiculous cars with massive weapons. In terms of the culture of the film (and the whole underlying premise and cast of characters) and the visuals, it bleeds creativity. It's stunningly beautiful. But are all the visuals and weapon/character/vehicle design worth a ten? No. Which is where the final piece comes in: the score. Junkie XL has crafted a deep, moving, EPIC score to accompany the action. The pounding drums and searing guitars melded with the string section creates a wonderful atmosphere. My favorite aspect of the movie is the giant truck with war drummers and "The Doof Warrior", who is a blind, monstrous guitar player strapped to the truck with bungee cords world in a giant flame throwing guitar. The whole movie is just creative genius all around.