At its core, the plot is strikingly simple:

"Mad Max: Fury Road" is set in a post-apocalyptic world where resources are scarce, and survival is a daily struggle. The movie follows Max Rockatansky (Tom Hardy), a tough-as-nails survivor, and Imperator Furiosa (Charlize Theron), a skilled warrior, as they team up to take down the tyrannical Immortan Joe (Hugh Keays-Byrne). The movie features stunning action sequences, impressive car stunts, and a powerful feminist message.

One of the reasons Fury Road holds up so well—whether you are watching it in 4K, 1080p, or a compressed 480p file on a mobile device—is the dedication to practical effects.