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If you love what the John Wick series has become then you'll love this movie, it's full of action and great fight scenes. However I can't get over how repetitive it is, it's just on and on with the enemies and to me that gets boring pretty quick.

Also, there is almost zero depth to the movie, thematically, emotionally, metaphorically, you name it. Even the main character barely has any story or depth, let alone any other character. It's just one big revenge story and that again ties into the predictability aspect, after about 25 minutes most people should be able to guess what happens the rest of the way.

It's a good theater flick, it's entertaining, but it's not worthy of a high rating due to its tunnel vision plot and lackluster depth.

This isn't a film, it's a live action video game with a predictable plot and loads of energetically choreographed CGI to substitute for anything vaguely akin to a story. It starts with the young "Eve" (Victoria Comte) who witnesses her father's death at the hands of "The Chancellor" (Gabriel Byrne) before being adopted into the secret society of "John Wick" by "Winston" (Ian McShane) and his drag-like boss (Angelica Huston) where she learns to combine the artistic skills of a ballerina with deadly ninja ones - as she morphs into Ana de Armas (whilst everyone else remains exactly the same). Anyway, none of that really matters as she accidentally discovers the identity of the tribe who ruined her life and despite warnings of dire consequences, sets off on a lethal mission of retribution that takes her to a Czech Republic where everyone speaks perfect English. The thing is, it appears that her gang and the one she is pursuing have a sort of unwritten truce, and given she is about to throw that under the Skoda, Angelica has no choice other than to bring out of retirement the legendary you know who. Will that make anything any different or safer or even less repetitive? It not so much that this is derivative and really quite dull, it's that the dialogue is woeful and the constant frying pan to fire scenarios where people get used and abused are ridiculous. Knives, guns, bottles, pots, pans, kettles - even a pair of ruthlessly applied roller skates and some flamer throwers help our heroine along but it's hilarious that they always appear just when she needs them. She's got the points and gone up a level, She also heals as if she were the sister of "Wolverine" and no amount of training is going to remove a six inch shard of glass from your body without it impeding your ability to scale a wall and wield a pick axe. Maybe I just wasn't in the mood, but just like the series upon which this is based, it is unoriginal and after the umpteenth time she has survived against innumerable odds to fight again just had me wondering how long until she's back with "Ballerina II - the Pirouette". All of that said, though, it does look good on a cinema screen and that's where it ought to be seen. It will be even more unimpressive on a television where you can easily hit the fast-forward button.

Plot? What Plot?

Ballerina is an average movie with exciting action sequences but weighed down with an underwhelming story and tired tropes.

The first 20 minutes are a chore with the standard origin story you've seen before but once the action begins, it doesn't let up and 5 minutes don't past between fight scenes. It's clear to see where the reshoots come in as they appear copied and pasted in.

Ana De Armas is the saving grace of the movie and gives a great performance while Keanu has a fun cameo with just the right amount of screen time. It's a shame to say that Gabriel Byrne is wasted as the villian and doesn't do much with the time provided.

The world of John Wick is a brilliant concept and continues to enthrall. I just wish there was more here to expand the lore and put a bit of meat on it. A decent enough time though, just not as great as i expected.

Get ready for plenty of fighting and gunfight scenes when you take your seat. Nearly three-quarters of the film consists of this type of scene. While the quality of these scenes is slightly below that of the latest John Wick movies, they are still quite enjoyable. It looks like Ana de Armas must have worked very hard to be able to perform in these scenes. Her efforts deserve respect.

The plot of the movie is extremely simple. Perhaps if it had been slightly deeper and more interesting, the movie would have been better.

Another criticism is that our 50-55 kg main character takes extremely heavy blows from men but recovers in just a few seconds. This wasn't believable or realistic. Similarly, our main character is too emotional to be a death angel.

The grenade scenes were over-the-top and even absurd, but the flamethrower scene was the most entertaining.

The duration of John Wick's scenes may exceed your expectations, but that's a good thing, It was nice to see him.

In summary, if you've watched and enjoyed the John Wick movies, you should watch Ballerina. I hope there will be a sequel.

It's Wickniverse, you're gonna watch it regardless. Just grab a popcorn and suspend your disbelief and enjoy another round of John Wick

If we start with plotholes, inconsistency and logical mindboggleness we'd ended up ruining all the fun.

That's all

But if you need to know I think it's meh. Could have been done better. I get it it's Wickniverse, but not a scratch, not a bruise on Eve, she's what? 5 feet something skinny balerina body? No way she could handle a full blown kick and hits and barely broke a bone. Even her makeup... Not even a single dirt on her pretty face. Not to mention she's mowing everyone down as if she's Jane Wick... I get it she's highly trained by she make those goons looks like cardboard target in some training yard. By the 3rd quarter I'm getting bored. I just think the action is too much and entering Fast Furious level of absurdity, even for Wickniverse.

But then again... We'll be watching it. It's just a solid 7 leave your brain out and enjoy Ana.. i mean... Eve... I mean... Whatever.

BALLERINA is a visual exhibition to feel the ACTION. Vibrant, frenetic, intense & vengeful, and I'm not just referring to the film, but also to Ana de Armas. An actress capable of anything with an electric aura that will paralyse you into not moving from your seat.

Ana de armas played the role so well. Keanu Reeves as always....his presence in the film is so strong.

OVERALL: It really fits the description "from the world of john wick". With new face de Armas, the John Wick franchise is revitalised with stunning action that feels fresh, not formulaic. Those missing some of that blistering, chaotic John Wick action will definitely find the movie a worthy addition to the franchise.

I love the John Wick series...the first two were absolutely great, the third was good en the fourth was a bit messy. But I love the storyline.

Then there was Ballerina... When I saw the preview wasnt convinced this would be good, but I wanted to give it a chance. The story, eventhough so simple written, could have been better. Then it all went like a jet... too fast to easy and not really believable. Also not really to feel in line with the character, that she's angry of course, to be top of her class...ah well could be. But then it all goes down the drain. A lot of fights and she manages to "slap" them all without having a scratch.

Someone else said it here in the reviews as well. John Wick had a believable story you saw him suffer. You understood. But now it's all so unbelievably in your face and you don't even have the time to feel her story. And everything she does is really not to believe.

They could've made a great story to build upon, but they really didn't think this through and just made a mess unfortunately.

But if you love a lot kicking and shooting with no real dialogue..pls do watch.

🏆86%

Ballerina is shockingly really good. I did expect it to be decent, but it definitely went past my expectations. Originally, the thing I was most excited about before seeing this was to see John Wick again, but it turns out that even if he weren't in the film, the movie still would've ended up being as good as it is. The scenes with John Wick were amazing, but every scene that didn't include him was equally as good. I liked Eve's character more than I expected to, and even though he wasn't in the movie that much, I did enjoy the scenes with Norman Reedus as Daniel Pine. The amount of action sequences in this movie is insane, mostly every second of this movie, we get more and more action without being able to take a breather. This might just be the most action-packed movie of the franchise yet, right next to John Wick: Chapter 4. Overall, Ballerina is exactly everything you could ever want from a John Wick spinoff. I still prefer the original four John Wick movies, but this is definitely a worthy entry to the franchise!

Going to keep this short. While I loved John Wick 1-4, all for different reasons, this one was just one word: boring and repetitive. I am not sure what they were trying to do with this movie. First, there was a weak and very predictable storyline to this movie. Second, the main character just isn't as believable or has the charisma as Keanu / John Wick. There is no 'it' factor. I fell asleep multiple times in this movie whereas in John Wick 4, at almost 3 hours, I was on the edge of my seat refusing to go to the bathroom. Third, there is something about the lighting of many of the fight scenes. They just don't pop. They don't give you the ooh factor. They just seem redundant as if they ran out of ideas. Lastly, this just feels like they are going to run this franchise into the ground. Keanu might actually be portraying himself in real life if he keeps signing onto these movies. He just can't get out if you know what I mean.

John Wick has become one of the most iconic characters within the last decade and Keanu Reeves kept his popularity with this character after the Matrix franchise. Now John Wick has its own universe and we have got a new character Eve Macarro (Ana de Armas) in this universe that is searching for revenge. The movie is pure action and from the moment it starts until the last second there is only action. Hence, this movie keeps your adrenaline levels high all the time and you will see a lot of gunfights and martial arts as it is in the John Wick movies. Gabriel Bryne's performance is extraordinary and the locations in this movie look absolutely gorgeous. For that reason, I recommend everyone to watch this movie. I will start the TV show of the John Wick universe right after this great movie!

No new ideas apart from a decent flamethrower scene, where a good amount of the films budget was clearly spent, as there are some other scenes where the CGI is frankly embarrassing. Other than that it's pretty mid, the dialogue is as stupid as usual, but I guess since the entire premise of the movie is killing people then it doesn't really matter. However, some of the fighting was stupidly unrealistic, like the whole grenade scene. The film is just another excuse to make another 3 movies out of a spin off, but I guess if you're into movies that have mindless violence, then this should be music to your ears.

Ballerina checks every box of a John Wick film! It just gives you what you want from these movies - just the coolest stuff every 5 minutes, even after I assumed the John Wick movies left everything on the table with regards to inventive action scenes. It's impressive how John Wick writers keep finding new ways to do combat scenes. Ana de Armas kicks ass in a variety of violent and creative action sequences - grenades, flame-throwers, you name it! All movies should write action like this! Instead of relying on the same bang-bang-bang routine, the filmmakers constantly search for fresh angles - be it through location, weaponry, or method. That's a big reason why John Wick continues to offer the best gunplay in Hollywood.

So yes, Ballerina absolutely delivers on the action, and I had a blast with the fight scenes. But, like most of the Wick films, the story falls short. The revenge-driven plot is serviceable but basic, with flat characters who lack compelling motivations, and a villain who ultimately disappoints. It's the action - not the narrative - that keeps the film alive.

At a certain point, I had to stop watching it critically. Because it's so dumb, and yet so entertaining. I fully admit this is not an ideal situation, and normally I'd be very against this. On many occasions, after giving a negative review to something, someone will say to me, "Oh, just turn your brain off and enjoy it." To that, my response is always, "Well, if it was actually good, I shouldn't have to." Ballerina, however, is somehow both not good and also incredibly good at the same time. It's a mostly brainless, cold, cookie-cutter revenge movie that has so much unfathomable yet enjoyable action in it that the two are completely at odds. How can a film this hollow have action this entertaining? Why is such care devoted to these sequences when the story and emotion are so surface-level? It's bizarre and a little confusing. And yet, without realizing it, I did exactly what I always say not to do - I shut my brain off and had fun. I'm not surprised. I've had to do the same with the other Wick films, and Ballerina fits right in. And, like those films, I still came out leaning positive in the end.

Ana de Armas is a force of nature here, bringing intense physicality and a surprising vulnerability to this scrappy revenge tale. She ensures her character feels just as iconic as John Wick himself. Keanu Reeves has a much larger role than expected, but I appreciated that Wick never fully overtook the film - even if his presence does feel a bit like fan service. That said, I really missed Dan Laustsen's luminous cinematography from the earlier films. The visual identity takes a hit here. Still, the fact that Ballerina works as well as it does is a testament to the foundation that Chad Stahelski and Reeves have built and continue to shape. But when the bar is set this high, it's hard not to notice that this doesn't quite measure up. Even so, this is still everything you could want from a summer blockbuster. It's tons of fun and packed with killer set pieces.

It's obvious they wanted to do another John Wick film but it cheapens the motivations of the leading lady when you build everything around him and then try to center the plot around her. There was barely any character development and they made it seem as if she couldn't meet her goal without his help. In fact, the best scenes were the ones where John shows up. It felt like a real disservice to Ana's talents. Also curious why Halle Berry's character didn't surface anywhere since the last entry she was in?? They could've used her instead of Keanu. Cool fight scenes but the franchise needs to stop while they're ahead.

If you thought the John Wick universe had peaked, think again - Ballerina pirouettes onto the scene with guns blazing, led by a killer performance from Ana de Armas.

You already know the drill with John Wick films: all gas, no brakes, and on sight. But Ballerina does something slick - it leans hard into Eve (Ana de Armas' character) and redefines what it means to fight like a girl. Spoiler: it doesn't mean holding back.

While John Wick is a surgeon with a gun - all headshots, no wasted motion, like he's got a built-in aimbot - Eve dances to a different beat. Her combat style is scrappier, grittier, and gloriously unconventional. Remember the advice she gets early on? Fight like a girl. And trust, Eve took that to heart - but not the way you'd think. She weaponizes unpredictability: grenades, fire, fists - no kill looks the same. It's a brutal ballet, and she's the prima.

The action is top-tier - you'll get your gun-fu fix - but Ballerina also sneaks in a solid story, giving Eve space to be more than just a shooter. Plus, without spoiling too much, we get a cameo from a certain dog-loving assassin that keeps the Wickiverse connective tissue strong - the kind of storytelling Marvel wishes it could still pull off.

If you're an action junkie, do yourself a favor: catch this in D-Box. You'll be dodging bullets in your seat, vibing with every explosion.

Final verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. Ballerina doesn't just hit - it dances circles around your expectations.

I am a huge fan of John Wick so i couldn't wait to see this one. It had been a while since i was in the theatre and missed many movies i would had otherwise go watch a few years ago but i had to make an exeption for a John Wickesque movie.

After The Continental wich was alright but nothing special to me, i was hoping it would go back more on what make John Wick stand out and im happy to report it does.

Sure the plot is very simple, and by now we are used to this world, but you are there for the action right? And this one deliver ! It brings the classic Gunfu we love and add some new amazing elements that had not been done before. By the 5th movie in the franchise, its pretty cool to be able to do so.

Yes Eve is a little small to fully portray that killing machine standard we got used to by this universe, but this is where suspending your disbeliefs get into place. I enjoyed that she also take a beating herself in many instances and don't come out scratch free of every fights.

This movie introduce a new "faction" to the John Wick Universe, wich it keep a little vague for now (wich is fine, they can always expand in the sequels) while also expanding the lore about the Ruska Roma.

Now is Eve as charismatic and "epic" as John himself? I would say not quite, but the movie aknowledge that itself. Its a new character and Ana gave her 100% to it and i am sure they will make many more of these in futur years. And bet i will be there to watch them.

Definately will be adding this one next to my other Wick movies on my shelves.

Oh i almost forgot. Funny enough Daniel Bernhardt who played the main henchman in John Wick 1 is also in this movie as a new character. His role is quite small this time so we don't get much if any infos on him but you can kinda make your own lore that maybe he is the twin brother of the character in the first movie.

A very pleasant movie experience. My first thought after seeing this movie. Was very pleased since I rarely put higher marks on my visits to the cinema.

However I think this movie deserves a watch. If you enjoy the Wickverse that Keanu Reeves have been able to establish these past 11 years I guarantee you that you won't be disappointed.

It has a decent backstory of Eve (the backstory is however a bit toothless, which is a common theme in the John Wick franchise on the expense of the action sequences) and what her intentions are aimed towards as a consequence of her past.

Maybe the emotional involvement is suppressed somewhat on the expense of the actions sequences. However they do the John Wick franchise justice with the action which is good enough for me to have been satisfied to feel my money being invested wisely.

Ana de Armas had some shoes to fill going in to this movie and she truly does a great job.

A very pleasant experience!

7/10 - Well done Ana!

Officially John Wick Series Ruined..... I regret watching it. Thanks for ruining my expectations. Action is good though. But WTH storyline and plot setting is a very big fat disappointment. The level at which John handled Eve, she wiping out a whole gang is too much exaggerated. And how the hell is that cult or whatever tribe that was able to survive until now if a girl can single handedly kill all of them in a couple of days. She is taking revenge for her father, ok. But what of all those kids whose parents she killed..? Will those kids take revenge on her too in the future...? Writer could have done extremely far lot more better..... We all thought John was an exceptional assassin. And next what...? She gonna take revenge on Caine for shooting John....?

Another film for the John Wick Franchise. The main thing this movie had going for itself is the action. It's non-stop and really good. But, being a different character in the John Wick world. I was hoping for a little more then just action. The movie has no depth. It barely develops a story, other then revenge. It lacks in diving into the character. Not allowing the viewer to relate to Eve or even getting to know her. The lines in some places are cringe. And Eve had a little too much bang for her buck from the start of the movie. She is new and young. Fresh out of training school and yet she is more powerful then most people who have been agents all their lives. She seems to be an extreme natural with no flaws. A Mary Sue character.

Great action. Good acting. I just wish the movie would have had a little more to its story and character depth. They could have easily made this into two parts, to slow down and build up Eve. To let the viewer really see the challenges of a new recruit and who this new character is. And above all, more of the John Wick universe.

The John Wick universe began in 2014 as a simple standalone action film, but now, 11 years later, four John Wick films have already been released, along with one extension of this world. It's precisely the latter that I'm going to discuss in this post.

Ballerina (2025) is more of an expansion than a continuation of the John Wick world, as the film is temporally set between John Wick 3: Parabellum (2019) and John Wick 4 (2023). It's considered a kind of John Wick 3.5 for die-hard fans of the saga. Some were amazed by the film, while others were completely disappointed. This feature film is similar to what was already made, but it feels flat and heartless.

This story tells the life of Eve Macarro, a girl who lost her father at a young age because a sect of assassins hunted him down until they killed him. After what happened, she was adopted by the Ruska Roma boarding school, the same school that trained John Wick. From there, Eve trained and gained experience until she was able to go find the gang that killed her father to get her long-awaited revenge, knowing that she'll most likely have the Ruska Roma and the gang responsible for her father's murder against her. This film stands out for its great cast, and it doesn't waste any talent, with Norman Reedus, Keanu Reeves, and, of course, Ana de Armas, the lead actress, who once again delights audiences with a quality performance, as she's accustomed to. Her performance showcases a character who, while sober and bloody in the action, also reveals her empathetic and caring side, letting viewers see that more than just a killing machine, she's also human, and audiences can connect with her naturally.

What stands out most in this feature film are its powerful action scenes. They didn't hesitate to create bloody scenes worthy of a horror film, as the main character uses any means to kill, creating truly interesting scenes such as killing an agent with an ice skate or a sword. This goes hand in hand with the choreography brought to the screen, along with the special effects, giving it a touch of quality that few action films achieve.

In conclusion, the acting, post-production, and choreography are exceptionally well done. However, the film lacks personality or heart, as it feels like a carbon copy of John Wick, but as a woman, it may be the example of how to do action scenes, but it lacks love from the direction and actors, and that ends up being noticeable.