In a not-too-distant future, or past, depending on the year of its release, action films that move to the future leave us moments of action starring vehicles of all kinds. In these dystopian films we see how the car modification It gets to the point that we find hidden references in the ultra-futuristic models or the dilapidated cars, depending on the film. On these special dates where Ben-Hur is the queen par excellence of tabletop cinema, we bring you 5 movie and saga ideas so that you can prepare some popcorn and enjoy a Cinema night.
As always, if we miss any, you already know that you have the comments for your cinephile contribution of the day.
Mad Max Saga (1979-2024)
From the first original installment (1979) directed by George Miller, the tone for future installments of the saga is set. This first part set in an almost in a pre and post-apocalyptic world Where the social order is crumbling, Mad Max faces intense and thrilling chases featuring Max Rockatansky (played by Mel Gibson) co-starring motorized bandits in makeshift vehicles. In the second part of 1981, “The Road Warrior” is famous the scene of the desolate wasteland where the gangs fight for the gasoline control. The action scenes in this second part are more elaborate and spectacular, with Max facing off against a band of raiders led by Lord Humungus.
If we move forward to 1985, we have the third installment with a cameo from Tina Turner included in Mad Max, Beyond Thunderdome. One more procedural movie since the plot tiptoes until Mad Max's encounter with Aunty Entity where the plot is peppered with the occasional chase. But if we want automobile action with spectacular photography and sound we have to go to the fourth installment of 2015 of Mad Max: Fury Roadstarring Tom Hardy and Charlize Theron in the roles of Mad Max and Furiosa, without a doubt my favorite of the saga that requires revisiting before the prequel dedicated to a younger Furiosa starring Anna Taylor-Joy is released in May.
Blade Runner Saga (1982-2017)
Although car chases are not the main focus in the Blade Runner saga, there are significant moments involving vehicles in the films. Let's see at a glance how the chases and stellar moments are approached starring cars throughout the saga: in the original Blade Runner (1982), directed by Ridley Scott, a car chase scene is presented during Deckard's (Harrison Ford) search for the Zhora replicant. This sequence takes place on the streets of Los Angeles in a dystopian future and offers a glimpse of how bleak and murky the futuristic city of LA appears.
In the more modern Blade Runner of 2017, Blade Runner 2049 the car chases are not as prominent as in the first film, the sequel includes a chase sequence in which K (Ryan Gosling) chases an important person through the ruins of Las Vegas. The scene is full of action and shows K's driving skills in a futuristic and desolate world. As a curious fact, you should know that he drives a Peugeot.
Death Race (2008)
Spoiler alert, the film is worthy of the Antena 3 after-dinner meal any Saturday of the year when there are no German films left. Come on, it's really bad, but In “Death Race”, directed by Paul WS Anderson (he directed a couple of Resident Evil movies), we enter another dystopian future where the prison system has adopted a brutal and spectacular form of entertainment: armed and highly dangerous car racing. The prisoners are the drivers in these deadly competitions, where the cars are modified for battle and destruction. The film centers on Jensen Ames, played by Jason Statham, an ex-convict who is forced to participate in these races as part of a plan to obtain his freedom. Cars are not just transportation vehicles, but lethal weapons in themselves, equipped with machine guns, flamethrowers and other lethal modifications.
We can say that it is a film that is between the last “Fast Furios” films and the Hunger Games in prison with cars loaded with weapons and a lot of testosterone. You see it and tell me.
Repo Men (2010)
In “Repo Men” we immerse ourselves in a dystopian future by Miguel Sapochnik (Game of Thrones) where medical technology has advanced to the point of allowing the replacement of human organs with artificial versions. However, this technology comes at an exorbitant cost, and those who cannot afford their organs face the possibility of them being recovered by “repo men.” Cars in this film play a prominent role as “repo menu” tools to track down and recover artificial organs from delinquent debtors. These vehicles are equipped with advanced tracking and weapons technology, making them efficient hunting machines.
The film follows Remy, played by Jude Law, a “repo man” who, after an accident, begins to question his job and his morality. As he delves into the dark world of organ recovery, he faces ethical dilemmas and deadly dangers. Through chase and action scenes, “Repo Men” offers a look at a new form of slavery and exploitation where cars are symbols of power and control in this changed world.
Cherry 2000 (1987)
“Cherry 2000”, directed by Steve De Jarnatt, transports us to a future where humans search for robotic companions in a desolate desert landscape. In this context, cars become essential tools for survival and the pursuit of personal desires.
In a not-too-distant future, or past, depending on the year of its release, action films that move to the future leave us moments of action starring vehicles of all kinds. In these dystopian films we see how the modification of cars reaches such a point that we find hidden references in ultra-futuristic models or dilapidated cars, depending on the film. On these special dates where Ben-Hur is the quintessential queen of after-dinner cinema, we bring you 5 movie and saga ideas so you can prepare some popcorn and enjoy a night at the movies.
As always, if we miss any, you already know that you have the comments for your cinephile contribution of the day.
