🎬 Introduction: The Return of Action

You guys, have you heard the news? The beloved Hollywood star Ana de Armas is back in action films! After showcasing her potential in ‘007 No Time to Die’, she returns more intensely with ‘Ballerina’. And this movie is part of the famous ‘John Wick Universe’! 😱

I opened the ticket booking site as soon as I heard the news. You did too, right? (laughs)

💃 Ballerina Story: Dance for Revenge

‘Ballerina’ depicts the story of Eve (Ana de Armas), who loses her father in childhood and joins the assassin organization ‘Ruska Roma’ to seek revenge through rigorous training.

Just from the trailer I saw, it was … filled with breath-holding action scenes! As the title suggests, I expect elegant yet deadly action, and knowing that Ana de Armas underwent 6 months of special training, I can feel her passion.

This movie is not just about action; it’s also said to well portray the protagonist’s inner conflicts and growth. Although it’s a revenge drama, it seems to emphasize a human aspect too, so I have high expectations!

🌟 Ana de Armas’ Transformation Challenge

Ana de Armas has reportedly shown an amazing transformation in this work. Having already demonstrated her action acting potential in ‘007 No Time to Die’, she is said to present a much stronger and focused portrayal this time.

According to the director’s interview, Ana trained for 8 hours a day for 6 months before filming. As a result, her actions in the movie are described as incredibly realistic and powerful!

I’m most looking forward to her emotional performance. As a vengeful warrior, she also has human weaknesses; I can’t wait to see how she portrays that. 😍

✨ Special Chemistry with Choi Soo-young

Another highlight of this movie is the chemistry with K-pop star-turned-actress Choi Soo-young! Choi Soo-young plays the role of Khatla Park, who is Eve’s first mission target.

As far as I know, Choi Soo-young’s character, Khatla Park, is the one who causes Eve to first break down. The emotional struggle and bond between the two will be an important point in the movie, so I’m excited!

Choi Soo-young has already proven her acting skills in various works, but this time, she is playing a particularly intense character, so her transformation will also be noteworthy.

🔫 A New Star in the John Wick Universe

Did you guys know that this movie is part of the famous ‘John Wick Universe’? ‘Ballerina’ is a spin-off that shares the John Wick storyline!

Upon hearing this, I immediately imagined a showdown between “Ana de Armas vs John Wick”. (Of course, Keanu Reeves won’t be in the movie …) Just imagining what would happen if they met in the same universe is thrilling!

If you are a fan of the John Wick universe, this will definitely be a must-watch film. Although it shares the same universe, I’m really looking forward to the expansion with new characters and stories.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When is the release date for Ballerina?

A: It is currently scheduled for release on August 6. Please check official announcements as it may vary depending on COVID-19 situations!

Q: Can you enjoy Ballerina without watching John Wick?

A: Yes! Ballerina has an independent story, so you can enjoy it without having seen John Wick. However, since the universes are shared, those who have seen John Wick may find even more enjoyment.

Q: Did Ana de Armas perform the action herself?

A: Yes! Ana underwent 6 months of intensive training and reportedly performed most of the action scenes herself. She received praise from the director, saying that he envies her stunt double.

Q: What is the running time?

A: The official running time is currently reported to be 2 hours and 10 minutes. It seems that it will be a well-balanced blend of action and drama!