Sci-Fi Villains are legendary and some of the best ever created for film. But for the 2010s there is a special one who might stand above all the rest!
The Best Sci-Fi Villain Of The 2010s
Picking the absolute Best Villain for Science Fiction from any decade isn't an easy task! There are some truly amazing villains who take on compelling and exciting roles! For the 2010s you had some great ones, including Kylo Ren (from the Star Wars sequels), the Engineer from Prometheus, Koba from Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, and many others. However, only one stood out above them all! That villain was in a movie that totally redefined post-apocalyptic action!
Immortan Joe From Mad Max: Fury Road
The Mad Max: Fury Road movie had so many aspects that fans will not only never forget but talk about for many years to come! What made it stand out was that Hugh Keays-Byrne took on Immortan Joe! One of the best villains, in cinema, of all time! His performance was memorable for many reasons and you might even wonder just why. What stands out is that it really elevated this particular movie.
- The brutality!
- He's known for being able to command a truly powerful army!
- He has one of the most iconic designs ever conceived for film!
Immortan Joe is more than just a great villain though! He really introduced some cool, unexpected elements. This was particularly unique because Immortan Joe took control of his environment. His main power play included dominating water to be the biggest, most significant figure in the land.
- His method, one to remember is the use of mothers as sources of water for their infants.
- Another incredibly compelling factor for the Mad Max series and specifically, the movie "Fury Road," were Immortan Joe's iconic inventions. Some include his army, with things like their thundersticks and their vehicles such as the War Rig.
To make the situation truly powerful. The villain Immortan Joe brings a new energy, which truly redefined Post-Apocalyptic villains! He had a lot of impressive power. This wasn't a performance from an actor, but truly an awesome, iconic villain.
A Legacy In Mad Max
What makes this villain, truly unforgettable and iconic? That is what made the film so popular? Immortan Joe had more to offer, and the reason for it being truly unforgettable! Mad Max films are already known for having unforgettable antagonists such as Toecutter, another powerful Hugh Keays-Byrne character in this franchise, as well as others such as Dementus. The best elements of "Mad Max's" past villains all came together to become one memorable moment! What made Immortan Joe so powerful, so captivating? This villain stood out for all these awesome characteristics!
- His presence
- His designs
- The characters were emotionally connected
That alone is more than some typical Hollywood blockbuster movie that we often see in the cinema.
What made this character truly amazing was his efficiency. While he may have been vicious, that didn't define his role! Immortan Joe ran his Citadel like the ultimate, ruthless business man!
Rotten Tomatoes gave this iconic film a great review. The movie scored 97% making it an incredible film of 2015.
The entire Mad Max series and more specifically "Fury Road," brought some memorable moments and the success can be seen even now.
Immortan Joe is considered the ultimate villain for many who loved the film! And if you haven't yet watched the movie, be sure to tune in as the Mad Max movies are always fun to watch and full of cool details!
