'Furiosa' Debuts at Cannes with Standing Ovation and High Expectations

The prequel to 'Mad Max: Fury Road' features Anya Taylor-Joy and Chris Hemsworth, directed by George Miller.

• 'Furiosa' received a six-minute standing ovation at its Cannes Film Festival premiere.
• Anya Taylor-Joy stars as a young Furiosa, with Chris Hemsworth playing the villain Dementus.
• Director George Miller emphasized the film's focus on safety during its extensive action scenes.
• Critics praised the film's performances and action sequences but noted it may not surpass 'Fury Road.'
• Miller hinted at more 'Mad Max' stories depending on 'Furiosa's' box office success.

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