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Tron: Ares Opens in Theaters to Lukewarm Reviews Praising Visuals and Nine Inch Nails Score

Early reviews highlight dazzling craft over a thin script.

Overview

  • Disney’s latest Tron installment opened October 10, directed by Joachim Rønning and starring Jared Leto, Greta Lee and Evan Peters, with supporting roles from Jodie Turner-Smith and Gillian Anderson.
  • The story follows a sophisticated program brought from the digital realm into the real world on a high-stakes mission that frames humanity’s first encounter with AI beings.
  • Critics broadly commend the large-format presentation, practical set pieces and an original Nine Inch Nails score that many call the film’s standout element.
  • Reviews frequently fault the narrative and character work, noting superficial treatment of the film’s AI ideas despite timely subject matter.
  • Launch-day coverage notes a mid-credits tease pointing to future stories, and Jared Leto made an unannounced appearance at a San Francisco screening to greet fans.