Renowned video game designer Hideo Kojima, famously known for creating the legendary Metal Gear Solid saga, and the more recent Death Stranding, has been an outspoken fan of the Mad Max franchise. Therefore quite obviously he checked out the first trailer and even witnessed the first huge screening, of Anya Taylor-Joy’s Furiosa.
Being a big fan of George Miller’s franchise, Hideo Kojima made his excitement very clear on X, after witnessing the epic screening of Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. Previously following his enthusiastic reaction to the first trailer of the upcoming film, Kojima’s hype rose to infinity and even sparked online debate. Once again, the video game designer sent shockwaves with his bold statements regarding the film.
Hideo Kojima’s Enthusiastic Reaction to Furiosa Trailer
Serving as a prequel to Charlize Theron’s original Mad Max: Fury Road, when the new trailer for Chris Hemsworth and Anya Taylor-Joy’s Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga was released online, video game designer Hideo Kojima expressed his excitement on social media. Being a die-hard fan of George Miller’s Mad Max franchise, Kojima immediately took to his X in December 2023 to share his opinion on the first clip.
“It’s finally here!!!!! Gave me an energy! My GOD, thank you.” Hideo Kojima shared. Failing to contain his excitement, the video game designer shared a follow-up tweet admitting, “I’ve watched 10 times already!” and showing himself listening to the Fury Road soundtrack. Although the first trailer had caused some division among fans of the franchise, Kojima’s appreciation was unshakeable.
I’ve watched 10 times already! https://t.co/krDYrRAjp4 pic.twitter.com/0H4NEMGV5W
— HIDEO_KOJIMA (@HIDEO_KOJIMA_EN) December 1, 2023
Good morning pic.twitter.com/eZf6lFvmrl
— HIDEO_KOJIMA (@HIDEO_KOJIMA_EN) December 1, 2023
The first trailer for the upcoming Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga set up a narrative that takes place in the post-apocalyptic Mad Max universe, where Anya Taylor-Joy played a younger version of Charlize Theron’s title role from Mad Max: Fury Road. Chris Hemsworth played a major role as Warlord Dementus, who takes Taylor-Joy’s character away from the Green Place of Many Mothers and pulls her into a fight against a young Immortan Joe.
Kojima Believes Furiosa Can Surpass Charlize Theron’s Fury Road
After witnessing the first trailer for Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, Hideo Kojima was undoubtedly thrilled to see the film on the big screen on May 24, 2024. But recently after the prequel film dropped its first screening, the creator of the legendary Metal Gear Solid saga simply lost his mind.
Taking to his X account once again, Kojima made a bold statement, declaring that the upcoming movie Furiosa can easily surpass the 2015’s acclaimed movie Mad Max: Fury Road. Kojima’s admiration for the film’s narrative and George Miller appeared evident in his fervent praise that sent shockwaves through the film and gaming communities, sparking both excitement and debate.
Witnessed “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga”!
This movie, which easily surpasses "MAD" and even past "FURY", is at its "MAX" (masterpiece)! Ever since I saw the first film when I was 16 years old, George Miller has saved me, encouraged me, and changed my way of life countless times. He is… pic.twitter.com/RRzNolzofq— HIDEO_KOJIMA (@HIDEO_KOJIMA_EN) May 10, 2024
Considering the exceptional critical and commercial success of Mad Max: Fury Road, which starred Charlize Theron as the iconic Furiosa, Hideo Kojima’s comments seemed to raise eyebrows. However, on the other hand, given that Kojima is renowned for crafting intricate storylines and complex characters in his own creations, his bold claims suggest that the Furiosa will not only meet but exceed the standards set by its predecessor.
While Hideo Kojima’s endorsement of Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga carries significant weight, hinting that the movie may offer something truly special, fans eagerly wait for it to hit the theatres on May 24, 2024.
