Ballerina Trailer Puts Anna De Armas Center Stage In John Wick Universe

As a die-hard fan of the John Wick franchise who’s seen every movie, read every comic book tie-in, and can recite entire dialogue scenes from memory, let me tell you that the trailer for Ballerina has me absolutely thrilled! The idea of delving deeper into this rich universe, focusing on a character like Rooney, is nothing short of exhilarating.


The initial trailer for Ballerina, a spin-off from the John Wick series, has been unveiled. Ana de Armas takes on the role of Rooney, a ballerina from the Ruska Roma community who is out to exact vengeance against those responsible for her family’s death at the hands of assassins. The movie will be released in cinemas on June 6, 2025.

The narrative takes place between John Wick Chapter 3: Parabellum and John Wick Chapter 4, primarily focusing on the character who debuted in the third film, played by Unity Phelan. The trailer highlights Rooney’s relentless pursuit of revenge, showcasing intense action scenes where she employs an ice skate as a weapon and counters a flamethrower with a fire hose.

In the upcoming movie, Keanu Reeves reprises his role as John Wick, and as writer Shay Hatten shared with Collider, he plays a substantial part in the film. Unlike a brief appearance, John Wick is not merely a one-off character but a significant figure throughout the story. Alongside Reeves, actors like Ian McShane, Anjelica Huston, the late Lance Reddick, Gabriel Byrne, Catalina Sandino Moreno, and Norman Reedus are also part of the cast.

Titled “Ballerina: From the Universe of John Wick,” this film is helmed by director Len Wiseman and scriptwriter Hatten, who based their characters on the creations of Derek Kolstad. It capitalizes on the massive success of “John Wick Chapter 4,” which raked in over $440 million worldwide. As a spin-off, it continues the expansion of the franchise, similar to the prequel miniseries “The Continental,” which debuted in September 2023.

As a gamer, let me tell you, I can hardly contain my excitement about this project we’ve been working on! Just last week, I couldn’t help but share my thoughts in an interview with Collider. This one is going to blow your mind, trust me. It’s got that edge-of-your-seat danger, the irresistible allure, and it’s got that signature John Wick vibe. So buckle up, because I think you’re in for a surprise!

According to an August report, the fifth installment of John Wick (titled “John Wick: Chapter 5”) is still being worked on. Furthermore, it was earlier announced that a standalone film focusing on Donnie Yen’s character, Caine, would also be produced.

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2024-09-26 20:38