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Tron: Ares Opens to Slick Spectacle and Lukewarm Reviews

Early reaction is strong on spectacle, weak on script.

Overview

  • Disney’s latest Tron installment opened October 10, directed by Joachim Rønning and led by Jared Leto, Greta Lee and Evan Peters.
  • Reviewers widely single out the large‑format visuals and a new score from Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross as the film’s standout strengths.
  • Critics fault the screenplay and character development, with several calling the film polished yet emotionally thin.
  • The story updates the franchise with present‑day AI themes, centering on a program entering the real world and a coveted code that would extend its stay.
  • The film plants clear threads for future chapters, though coverage notes any sequel will hinge on box‑office performance and audience response.