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In continuation from my review on Mad Max: Fury Road , I was wanted to continue on this subject and expand upon more of the story and focus on the characters, one in particular being Charlize Theron's character: Furiosa. Her character can be listed with that of Ellen Ripley from Alien lore with showing women in a light that is grounded, brave and vulnerable. Furiosa provided a compelling backstory and her presence in the film was organic and felt natural to the plot. Definitely was a refreshing take on a female character who contributed greatly to the film as a whole. Furiosa brought to film a practical every-woman. She was not out to prove that she was just as strong as her male counterparts on the convoy. She has their respect and none of them are looking to override her or dominate her or give her orders. She is the leader of that operation and is looked upon with respect by the Warboys in her convoy. She is their equal, if not higher than them on the level of importance....