Tank Girl
dir. Rachel Talalay · 1995
Plot
Tank Girl (Rebecca) and her friends are the only remaining citizens living in the wasteland that is Earth, where all the remaining water is controlled by Water and Power, the mega corporation/government that runs the territory. While incarcerated at W + P, Tank Girl and her new friend Jet Girl break out and steal... a tank and a jet. After meeting some mutant kangaroo/humans, and rescuing her little girl (adopted by her friends), the kangaroos and the girls kick Water and Powers' butt.
Why watch
In a world where water is a scarce commodity controlled by a tyrannical corporation, Tank Girl and her friends embark on a wild adventure to reclaim their freedom. Watching this film is like diving into a chaotic comic book, where absurdity reigns and the boundaries of reality are stretched, all while delivering sharp social commentary through humor and vibrant visuals.
Talking points
- representation of women in action films
- the role of humor in dystopian narratives
- environmentalism in cinema
- the impact of cult films on mainstream culture