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'Ballerina' Teases High-Stakes Tension Between Ana de Armas and Keanu Reeves

Set between John Wick Chapters 3 and 4, the spinoff explores Eve Macarro's revenge-driven journey while expanding the franchise's universe.

Ana de Armas, recipient of the Action Star of the Year award, attends the CinemaCon Big Screen Achievement Awards at Omnia Nightclub at Caesars Palace during CinemaCon, the official convention of Cinema United, on April 03, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Overview

  • Ana de Armas stars as Eve Macarro, a novice assassin seeking vengeance for her father's murder, in the upcoming John Wick spinoff 'Ballerina.'
  • Keanu Reeves reprises his role as John Wick, tasked with stopping Macarro, creating a dynamic and tense confrontation between the two characters.
  • The film, directed by Len Wiseman, is set within the Ruska Roma organization and highlights Macarro's emotional and inexperienced approach to vengeance.
  • Recent interviews emphasize that Eve Macarro is a distinct character, not a female version of John Wick, with her narrative rooted in personal trauma and new challenges.
  • 'Ballerina' is slated for a theatrical release on June 6, 2025, with discussions suggesting potential franchise expansion if the film performs well.