In Australia in the '70s, there was a real embrace of…
“In Australia in the '70s, there was a real embrace of different genres. And then George Miller did 'Mad Max' by the end of the '70s, the beginning of the '80s. And it was really thriving.”
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Australia's 70s music scene was diverse until Mad Max shifted trends toward action.
In simple terms: Diverse music gave way to action cinema.
Recognize cultural shifts.
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When to use this quote
- music festivals
- film festivals
- media analysis
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Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How did audiences react to Mad Max?
- What other genres persisted?
Not all genres were equally affected by the shift.