• Mad Max (1979) Soundtrack OST •

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Mad Max - Salvajes de autopista

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Synopsis

The film is set in the near future of a bleak, dystopian and impoverished Australia that is facing a breakdown of civil order primarily due to widespread oil shortages. (This is not explained in this film but in the sequel, Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior.)

Central to the plot is a poorly funded national police unit called the Main Force Patrol (MFP, derogatorily called "The Bronze" by their enemies), which struggles to protect the Outback's few remaining townspeople from violent motorcycle gangs. The MFP's "top pursuit man" is a young police officer, Max Rockatansky (Mel Gibson), badge number MFP4073.

A member of one of the motorcycle gangs, Crawford Montazano (nicknamed Nightrider), escapes from police custody by killing an officer and stealing his vehicle. Max pursues Nightrider in a high-speed chase, which results in Nightrider's death in a fiery car crash.

Nightrider's gang, which is led by Toecutter (Hugh Keays-Byrne), plans to avenge Nightrider's death by killing MFP officers. Meanwhile, they vandalize property, steal fuel, and terrorize the citizenry.

After the dangerous chase (which results in injuries to a number of officers), the police chief warns Max that Nightrider's gang will be out for him now because of Nightrider's death.

Max and his close friend and fellow officer, Jim Goose (Steve Bisley), are informed about the incident and go to the crime scene. They find Toecutter's young protege, Johnny the Boy (Tim Burns), and the girl of the couple in the middle of the wreckage.

Johnny is held at the MFP's dilapidated Halls of Justice pending a visit from the Court. However, when the attorneys arrive, Johnny is ordered released: the judge has set Johnny free because no witnesses showed up for the trial.

Shortly thereafter, Johnny the Boy sabotages Goose's MFP motorcycle while Goose is attending a show at the Sugartown Cabaret. His rear wheel locks up at high speed the next day, throwing Goose from the bike.

Goose survives, but after seeing his charred body in the hospital's burn ward, Max becomes angry and disillusioned with the police force and resigns from the MFP with no intention of returning.

While on holiday, Max's wife, Jessie, (played by Joanne Samuel) runs into Toecutter's gang, who harass her. She escapes, but the gang manages to track her to the home where she and Max are staying.

Filled with obsessive rage, Max once again dons his police outfit, straps on his cut-off shotgun, and steals a supercharged black Pursuit Special to pursue the gang. He methodically hunts down and kills the gang members.

Later, Max finds Johnny the Boy taking the boots off a dead driver at the scene of a crash. Max doesn't listen and handcuffs Johnny's ankle to the wrecked, overturned vehicle with a ruptured petrol tank.

As Max drives away, the camera shows Max's car from the front, with a large and fiery explosion in the distance behind it. Max blankly continues to drive in a rainstorm.

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Play	Title	Artist
	Mad Max
	SIDE ONE: Main Title	Brian May: Performer
	Max The Hunter	Brian May: Performer
	Max Decides On Vengeance	Brian May: Performer
	The Final Chase	Brian May: Performer
	The Terrible Death Of Jim Goose	Brian May: Performer
	We'll Give ‘Em Back Their Heroes	Brian May: Performer
	Pain And Triumph	Brian May: Performer
	Dazed Goose	Brian May: Performer
	Foreboding In The Vast Landscape	Brian May: Performer
	SIDE TWO: Declaration Of War	Brian May: Performer
	Flight From The Evil Toecutter	Brian May: Performer
	Pursuit And Tragedy	Brian May: Performer
	Jesse Alone, Uneasy And Exhausted	Brian May: Performer
	The Beach House	Brian May: Performer
	The Nightriders Rave	Brian May: Performer
	Jesse Searches For Her Child	Brian May: Performer
	Rampage Of The Toecutter	Brian May: Performer
	The Crazing Of Johnny The Boy	Brian May: Performer
	Outtakes Suite (In 5 parts)	Brian May: Performer
	Main Title	Brian May: Performer
	We'll Give 'Em Back Their Heroes	Brian May: Performer
	Declaration of War	Brian May: Performer
	Outtakes Suite	Brian May: Performer
	Outtakes Suite* (6:00) (in 5 parts)	Maurice Jarre: Performer
	Disc Time:	Maurice Jarre: Performer
	SIDE ONE: Montage / Main Title	Maurice Jarre: Performer
	Confrontation	Maurice Jarre: Performer
	Marauder's Massacre	Maurice Jarre: Performer
	Max Enters Compound	Maurice Jarre: Performer
	Gyro Saves Max	Maurice Jarre: Performer
	SIDE TWO: Break Out	Maurice Jarre: Performer
	Finale And Largo	Maurice Jarre: Performer
	End Title	Maurice Jarre: Performer
	SFX Suite	Maurice Jarre: Performer
	SIDE ONE: We Don't Need Another Hero (Thunderdome) (Tina Turner)	Maurice Jarre: Performer
	One Of The Living (Tina Turner) (Holly Knight)	Maurice Jarre: Performer
	We Don't Need Another Hero (Thunderdome) — Instrumental (Terry Britten, Graham Lyle)	Maurice Jarre: Performer
	SIDE TWO: Bartertown	Maurice Jarre: Performer
	The Children	Maurice Jarre: Performer
	Coming Home	Maurice Jarre: Performer

User reviews

Emily Jones

8/10

The use of heavy percussion and distorted guitars in the soundtrack creates a gritty and raw atmosphere that complements the post-apocalyptic setting of the movie. The music adds another layer of depth to the story, making it even more immersive for the audience.

William Taylor

5/10

The use of unconventional instruments and experimental techniques in the music adds an element of unpredictability and danger to the overall experience.

Robert Robinson

7/10

The soundtrack's blend of electronic elements and industrial sounds gives it a unique and futuristic edge, reflecting the near-future setting of the film. The unconventional musical choices help to establish the bleak and desolate world of Mad Max in a captivating way.

Michelle Baker

5/10

The Mad Max soundtrack perfectly captures the gritty and intense atmosphere of the dystopian world portrayed in the film.

Elizabeth Johnson

6/10

The use of industrial and electronic elements in the music enhances the feeling of chaos and desperation in the post-apocalyptic setting.

Margaret Davis

6/10

The soundtrack's driving rhythms and pulsating beats mirror the high-speed action sequences and adrenaline-fueled chases in the movie.

Susan Young

6/10

The haunting melodies and eerie tones create a sense of unease and tension, adding depth to the film's suspenseful moments.

Mark Walker

5/10

The juxtaposition of raw, primal sounds with futuristic synths and effects creates a unique and immersive sonic landscape that complements the visuals.

Richard Martinez

8/10

The soundtrack of Mad Max effectively underscores the emotional journey of the protagonist, Max, as he navigates a world on the brink of collapse. The music heightens the tension and drama of the narrative, making it a compelling and unforgettable aspect of the film.

Paul Roberts

9/10

The soundtrack of Mad Max perfectly captures the intense and gritty atmosphere of the dystopian world portrayed in the film. The music enhances the feeling of tension and danger throughout the movie, immersing the audience in the harsh reality of a society on the brink of collapse.

Matthew Moore

7/10

The soundtrack of Mad Max perfectly captures the intensity and chaos of the dystopian world depicted in the film. Each track conveys a sense of urgency and danger that enhances the overall viewing experience.

John Williams

10/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Mad Max is a masterful work of art that not only enhances the storytelling but also stands on its own as a powerful and evocative musical composition. It's a testament to the skill and creativity of the composers in capturing the essence of the film's world and characters through music.

Lisa Garcia

6/10

The music's repetitive motifs and pulsing rhythms help to build tension and anticipation, enhancing the film's suspenseful narrative.

Brian Smith

10/10

Each track in the soundtrack complements the on-screen action flawlessly, heightening the emotional impact of key moments such as high-speed chases and intense confrontations. The use of industrial sounds and driving rhythms adds a sense of urgency and adrenaline to the overall viewing experience, making it a truly immersive cinematic journey.

Karen Scott

6/10

The Mad Max soundtrack effectively conveys the sense of isolation and desolation felt by the characters in a world on the brink of collapse.

Kenneth Lee

5/10

Overall, the Mad Max soundtrack is a vital component of the film's success, immersing the audience in a harsh and unforgiving world through its evocative and atmospheric compositions.