What is wrong with Immortan Joe?

What is wrong with Immortan Joe?

His health is failing. His back is covered in large boils. He seems to have respiratory problems but due to his rank in society, he breathes clean air through a respirator mask (decorated with horse teeth to resemble a skeletal jaw) connected to a large breathing apparatus (resembling bellows) worn on his shoulders.

What does Immortan Joe represent?

His real name was Colonel Joe Moore. There is no actual hidden meaning to his flashy name. It just means immortal.

Did Toecutter become Immortan Joe?

Australian actor Hugh Keays-Byrne, who is best known for his work in two "Mad Max" movies, died on Tuesday, his agent confirmed to Insider. He played villain Toecutter in the first "Mad Max" movie and then was cast as Immortan Joe in "Mad Max: Fury Road."

What's wrong with the Warboys?

The War boys all appear to suffer from some sort of terminal disease - most commonly lymphoma. Healthy children are a rarity in the wastes and for those born with the affliction, signing on with Immortan Joe is the only way to prolong their short, miserable lifespans.

Why is everyone sick in Mad Max?

Health issues Most of them are plagued by cancer, the most common one being lymphoma, others resulting in partial or complete blindness. They require blood transfusions to prolong their lives and it's one of the reasons they hunt for unsuspecting wanderers of The Wasteland such as Max.

What is wrong with the Warboys?

The War boys all appear to suffer from some sort of terminal disease - most commonly lymphoma. Healthy children are a rarity in the wastes and for those born with the affliction, signing on with Immortan Joe is the only way to prolong their short, miserable lifespans.