In 1985, Tina Turner starred in Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome. The answer came from singer Mel Gibson, who died on May 24th.
Acclaimed for her musical career, Tina Turner has also demonstrated acting skills throughout her life. The singer, who died on Wednesday May 24, appeared alongside Mel Gibson in the film ‘Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome’ which was released in 1985.
In this anticipatory adventure directed by George Miller, Tina Turner plays Entity, who, after a nuclear war, tries to organize the dawn of civilization by taking over the leadership of the city of Bartertown. She entrusts a dangerous mission to Max, the hero who lends his traits to Mel Gibson, who will end up defying her authority and confronting her.
This role shaped Tina Turner’s career in particular due to the incredible physical transformation it entails. In Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome, she appears with her head partially shaved, surmounted by an impressive blonde crest. She also wears an imposing dress made of chain mail and huge shoulder pads.
The film’s success was inextricably linked to that of the soundtrack, sung by Tina Turner herself. The title We Don’t Need Another Hero, composed for the film, has become one of the legendary hits of the singer. Shortly after the film’s release, in the summer of 1985, it was number 1 in Australia, number 2 in the United States and number 3 in the United Kingdom.