Ep. 149 - Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior (1981)

In this episode of The Strategic Whimsy Experiment, Jen and Sarah review Mad Max 2: Road Warrior. They comment on the strange creative choices—from the clothing and hair to character names—and the film’s lack of an emotional arc. They also discuss how this film portrays women and wonder what to expect in the third film in the franchise. What did you think of Mad Max 2? Would you label it a Western? Follow us on Instagram @strategicwhimsyexperiment and on Twitter @strategicwhimsy. Contact us with any questions or comments at [email protected].