Is Immortan Joe Toecutter?

Mad Max: Fury Road sees Toecutter actor Hugh Keays-Byrne star as Immortan Joe, but the original Mad Max villain has a secret second cameo, too.

What happened to Toecutter in Mad Max?

Toecutter finally tried to escape alone, by motorcycle, only to be tail-gated along the highway and finally crushed under the wheels of an oncoming semi auto.

What disease does Immortan Joe have?

He seems to have respiratory problems but due to his rank in society, he breathes clean air through a respirator mask (decorated with horse teeth to resemble a skeletal jaw) connected to a large breathing apparatus (resembling bellows) worn on his shoulders.

Is humungus Immortan Joe?

Lord Humungus Inspired Immortan Joe's (Abuse of) Authority

His attempts to build a dystopian society around might and cruelty make for a more interesting social commentary than the first film's comparatively typical baddies.

Why was Furiosa not a breeder?

In an interview, Charlize Theron revealed that Furiosa was originally to be a wife of the Imperator, but was infertile: "[George Miller and I] talked about backstory, about how she ended up with no arm and that she was discarded. She couldn't breed, and that was all that she was good for.

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Why does Furiosa put grease on her forehead?

The highlight really enhanced her cheekbones and made the eyes pop. Furiosa probably would have used a bit of grease or oil to get that sheen, and Charlize [Theron] thought for her character, she'd reapply it like war paint.” “There are different products we used to keep the girls shiny and sweaty.

How did Toecutter get his name?

"Toe cutter" in the slaughterhouse sense is a perfect name for an enemy of the police because a toe cutter is a specialized tool specifically designed to cut off the feet of... (wait for it)... PIGS! So Toecutter the character is named after something that literally slaughters his law enforcement opposition.

Who died during filming of Mad Max?

H B Halicki, star and director of the original Gone in 60 Seconds died during the filming of the sequel http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0355181/bio The stunt was successfully performed in Hooper. It involved driving a car under a collapsing chimney. H B got the timing wrong and was killed.

What is wrong with the war boys Mad Max?

The War boys all appear to suffer from some sort of terminal disease - most commonly lymphoma. Healthy children are a rarity in the wastes and for those born with the affliction, signing on with Immortan Joe is the only way to prolong their short, miserable lifespans.

What does the Silver spray in Mad Max mean?

The "chrome spray" is a drug called Night Fume. Nux mentions Night Fume in passing when the redhead finds him lying down at the back of the trailer. She finds him sweating and shaking, both symptoms of withdrawal.

What does Immortan Joe say to Nux?

Immortan Joe: [sprays Nux's mouth with chrome spray paint] You will ride eternal, shiny and chrome.

What is mother's milk Mad Max?

Mother's Milk is milk gathered from female humans via makeshift milkers. The women hooked up to them, possibly Breeders, are seen with dolls in place of infants. The War Rig had some on board, as revealed when they were stuck in the swamp.

Why do the Warboys spray their mouths?

The actor who invented and portrayed Immortan Joe, Keays-Byrne, explains the backstory of the War Boys' silvery mouth spray. He says while the hoard believes it's a ritual, it actually involves inhalation of “a very euphoric drug” that, in reality, keeps the War Boys high and suicidal in their devotion to Immortan Joe.

Is Mad Max immortal?

Mad Max Does Age (Despite His Immortality)

In Beyond Thunderdome, Max is going grey at the temples, which is quite an achievement when the script notes that it's been 15 years since the events of The Road Warrior.

Why does Mad Max leave at the end?

Even Max feels a sense of purpose after using his blood to save Furiosa. Still, Max can't escape his past, which is both a curse and a remedy, and so he leaves. Hardy's character needs to roam this world alone, as he doesn't know any other way to survive.

How many stuntmen have died making movies?

In the history of film and television, accidents have occurred during shooting, such as cast or crew fatalities or serious accidents that plagued production. From 1980 to 1990, there were 37 deaths relating to accidents during stunts; 24 of these deaths involved the use of helicopters.

How many people died making Mad Max Fury Road?

For comparison, The Road Warrior boasts 51 onscreen deaths thanks to its slew of gnarly car crashes, while Fury Road has a record-setting 75. In contrast, the lower-budget original movie Mad Max boasts only 13 onscreen deaths (14 if you count Max's dog), and the softer sequel Beyond Thunderdome has only 11.

What is Mad Max's dog name?

Dinki-Di (also known as "The Dog", not to be confused with "Dog") is an animal companion featured in the 2015 videogame, Mad Max.

Who Lost Hand Mad Max?

When Toecutter tracks down Jessie and Max, he absurdly demands that Jessie give Cundalini his hand back. It is noteworthy that Cundalini lost his throttle hand, so his days as a biker were over. He was never shown to be in the final chase between Max and Toecutter's gang, making his fate uncertain.

What was Mel Gibson paid Mad Max?

Mel Gibson got the part of Max Rockatansky while still a drama student. He was paid $10,000.

What is a toe chopper?

The term toe cutter is Australian slang for a person who lives by torturing other criminals, then robbing them. As the name implies the torture usually involves painful removal of the digits or in some cases the complete foot. Few victims ever inform since their loss has been acquired illegally.

Why does Furiosa only have one arm?

She lost her arm during one of the battles while serving Immortan Joe.

How did Immortan Joe get his wives?

The Five Wives were hand picked by Immortan Joe, most likely from the crowds of The Wretched, much like War Pups and other valuable people.

What is wrong with Nux in Mad Max?

Turns out the irradiated wasteland is bad for your health, and Nux has a couple of gnarly neck tumours which he draws smiley faces on and nicknames Barry and Larry. He's not drinking the blood... It's a blood transfusion. It's going directly from Max's veins to Nux's.