The "Mad Max" franchise has had a hardcore fan base since the original film was released in 1979.
The second and third sequels came out in 1981 and 1985, respectively. It took another 30 years for the fourth, "Mad Max: Fury Road," to hit theaters. It premiered in May 2015.
The release gave a jolt of energy to the franchise and sparked a new generation of "Mad Max" superfans.
Hundreds of them recently joined together for an annual four-day event they called Wasteland Weekend.
Held in the Mojave Desert of California, the weekend gave fans a chance to celebrate the film and even build their own post-apocalyptic world.
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Wasteland Weekend started in 2010 and has gotten bigger every year since.
The crowd ranges from car builders to cosplayers like Desirae Hep, who makes for an intimidating "Immortan Joe."
There are activities throughout the day and night, including bounty hunting games, live music, car cruises, archery contests, and card games at the temporary casino.
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