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'Mad Max' Prequel Idea Pitched by 'The Order' & 'Assassin’s Creed' Director Justin Kurzel

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Legendary 'Mad Max' director Justin Kurzel pitches prequel idea, promising to take fans back to the origins of Mel Gibson's iconic antihero.
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  • Kurzel, known for gritty films like 'The Snowtown Murders' and 'Assassin's Creed', is eager to explore Rockatansky's backstory long before Tom Hardy's version in 'Fury Road'.
  • With Mel Gibson's return as the lead, this potential prequel could be a chance to reinvigorate the beloved post-apocalyptic franchise and lure in nostalgic fans.
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Mel Gibson, Justin Kurzel, The Order, Assassin's Creed, Mad Max
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