Ballerina

Synopsis

Ballerina (2025) stars Ana de Armas in a thrilling action-packed story where she plays a highly skilled assassin whose past as a ballet dancer shapes her deadly precision. Set against the backdrop of a sprawling European metropolis, the film follows her as she navigates a labyrinth of betrayal and danger, all while trying to protect a young protégé. Combining intense choreography with a heartfelt narrative about redemption and identity, Ballerina delivers a unique blend of artistic grace and high-stakes espionage. De Armas’s performance is lauded for its emotional depth and physicality, bringing a fresh approach to the action genre.

Cast

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  Ana de Armas

  Eve

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  Keanu Reeves

  John Wick

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  Ian McShane

  Winston

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  Anjelica Huston

  The Director

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  Gabriel Byrne

  The Chancellor

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  Catalina Sandino Moreno

  Lena

Reviews

Critics have largely praised Ballerina for its innovative blend of intense action sequences and expressive dance elements. On Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds a positive rating with many applauding Ana de Armas’s compelling portrayal and the film's stylish direction. The consensus highlights the movie's 'fresh energy' and 'visually striking choreography,' which elevate it above a standard action thriller. IMDb users gave the movie an average rating of 7.3/10, appreciating the film’s ambitious storytelling though some noted its pacing could be uneven in parts. Metacritic’s score sits around 68, reflecting generally favorable reviews with critics emphasizing the film's 'unique artistic vision' but mentioning that some narrative threads felt underdeveloped. Overall, Ballerina has been recognized for successfully marrying the elegance of ballet with high-adrenaline thriller elements, though it may not satisfy purists of either genre entirely.