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"Furiosa": Mad Max Universe Has Incredible 15 Minute Stunt Scene

George Miller's Epic Prequel Promises a Visual Feast Fans of the "Mad Max" franchise have been eagerly awaiting what lies ahead in the saga, especially following the resounding success of "Fury Road." The upcoming prequel, "Furiosa," directed by George Miller, promises to not just follow in the footsteps of its predecessor but to carve out its own monumental legacy, featuring an action sequence so grand it took a staggering 78 days to shoot. The Herculean Effort Behind a Single Sequence The revelation about this colossal undertaking was shared by Doug Mitchell, Miller's longtime producing partner, in an interview with Total Film magazine. He described a 15-minute sequence involving 200 stunt people on set daily, which they affectionately nicknamed "Stairway to Nowhere." The logistical and physical demands of this scene underscore the ambitious scope of "Furiosa," setting it apart from typical action films. Anya Taylor-Joy on Por...