After she was cast , Theron collaborated with director Ridley Scott and writer Damon Lindelof to create scenes developing the character 's backstory and persona .
When Fury Road was delayed , Theron was cast as Vickers opposite Rapace .
After Vickers was cast , Theron collaborated with director Ridley Scott and writer Damon Lindelof to create scenes developing the character 's backstory and persona .
When Fury Road was delayed , Theron was cast as Vickers opposite Rapace .