Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome

Max Rockatansky wanders into Bartertown, a post-apocalyptic settlement ruled by the formidable Aunty Entity. After a betrayal, Max is exiled to the desert and discovered by a tribe of children known as the Lost Boys. He must then lead them back to civilization, facing Aunty Entity and the dangers of the wasteland.

While not as critically acclaimed as its predecessors, 'Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome' was a box office success and generally well-received for its action sequences and Tina Turner's performance. Some critics found the plot less focused than the earlier films, particularly the shift in tone with the introduction of the children.

• Praised for its inventive action and the memorable performance of Tina Turner.

• Criticized by some for a weaker script and a departure from the gritty tone of the earlier films.

• The introduction of the 'Lost Boys' element was divisive among reviewers.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the spectacle and action, with many appreciating Tina Turner's role. However, some viewers found the story less compelling than the original 'Mad Max' and 'The Road Warrior'.

None notable.

The song 'We Don't Need Another Hero (Thunderdome)' and 'One of the Living' by Tina Turner were nominated for Golden Globe Awards, and 'One of the Living' won the award for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance at the Grammys.