Roll Out: The Road Warrior in the Alamo Parking Lot

Director George Miller pretty much defined the “Post-Apocalyptic” genre with this nihilistic series; the idea’s been ripped off by everyone from Tank Girl to Tom Petty to Tupac Shakur. It’s not heavy on the dialogue, but the action is primo -- sure to keep you gripping the plastic armrests of your folding lawnchair. And while it may not be the most comfortable, this is one of those “Austin” things you just have to take advantage of, because where else can you do something this awesome?

And once the movie starts, you’re sure to be transported. When the crazy thugs with flamethrowers run dune buggies into a semi truck being driven by a guy shooting a sawed-off shotgun (it’s been a while, but we’re pretty sure this actually happens) and explode like they were made of popsicle sticks, it will feel just like you’re back in Black Rock City. And even if you’re not one of those nutcases with furry pants in your closet, it will be cool—'cause you’re watching a badass car movie in a parking lot. And that’s the way Mad Max would have wanted it.