From the World of John Wick: Ballerinagets a new trailer, confirming a Keanu Reeves action scene in theJohn Wickspinoff. After the success of the first fourJohn Wickmovies, a spinoff is now on the way from director Len Wiseman. TheBallerinastoryfeatures Ana de Armas starring as Eve, an assassin who embarks on a mission for revenge following the murder of her family. Reeves is confirmed to appear in a cameo capacity in the film alongside Ian McShane as Winston and the late Lance Reddick as Charon, though the full extent of his role has remained a mystery.
Lionsgatenow shares a special Oscars trailer forBallerina, showcasing a closer look at several of de Armas' action sequences. In addition to showing a bit more from the colorful club shootout, another scene shows Eve seemingly fighting in a high-end lounge setting.A brief clip at the end also shows Reeves doing Wick’s signature pistol reload, teasing his participation in at least one action sequence. Check it out below:
What The Ballerina Trailer Means For The John Wick Spinoff
Will The Spinoff Recapture The Magic Of The Previous 4 Movies?
Prior to this latest footage, trailers suggested that Wick’s return would be in more of a mentorship capacity to Eve. This latest trailer, however, confirms that the movie will be putting Wick himself back into the action. It remains to be seen whether Wick’s action sequence will feature him on his own or if de Armas' Eve will be fighting alongside him. What’s notable, however, is thatBallerinawill have the first Wick action sequence not to be directed by franchise creator Chad Stahelski.
When Ballerina Takes Place In The John Wick Timeline
Ana de Armas' spinoff movie Ballerina expands the John Wick universe, and when it takes place in the franchise timeline is officially confirmed.
Right now, there’s a major question mark regarding whetherBallerinawill be able to live up to what was accomplished in the four previous films, especially after theacclaimedJohn Wick: Chapter 4. By giving audiences an action sequence with Wick himself,the spinoff may be able to win over some more skeptical viewers. Wick’s return may not be enough, however, if the action itself isn’t on the same level.
John Wick: Chapter 4was a franchise highlight, grossing $440 million and scoring 94% from critics on Rotten Tomatoes.
Our Take On The New Ballerina Trailer
Len Wiseman Has Big Shoes To Fill
Bringing back Reeves as Wick and not including him in an action sequence could have been frustrating for viewers, so it’s a positive sign that he’ll get at least one standout shoot out. Plus, withJohn Wick 5still not a sure thing,this could well be the last time audiences get to see Reeves playing this character. It remains to be seen howBallerinafares with viewers, but the latest trailer is a positive sign of what’s to come.
