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Created by Derek Kolstad, the neo-noir action franchise ofJohn Wickstarring Keanu Reeves as the titular character, has come a long way from its inception in 2014. Revolving around the life of the hitman and his run from the High Table, its elaborate action sequences and connected world-building have captivated movie-goers worldwide.
Last appearing on the big screens in 2023 withJohn Wick: Chapter 4,the intricate universe still has enough fuel to keep going, especially with a list of spin-offs springing out of it and starring new faces.
One of the most anticipated of these subsidiaries is the upcomingBallerinafilm that stars Ana de Armas in a leading role along with the likes of Anjelica Huston, Gabriel Bryne, and Norman Reedus. The last of whom fell in awe of the leading face of the franchise on one particular aspect that he believed required a strong determination to pull off.
Leaving no corners in his comments, the actor left a bejeweled message studded with praise while revealing what makes the franchise so riveting in the first place.
Norman Reedus pens his love for the John Wick franchise
Marking his debut in the franchise,The Walking Deadactor opened up about his experiencein an interview with Collider. Starring in a yet-undisclosed role inBallerinaalongsideKeanu Reeves,Norman Reedusshed light on the physically demanding nature of the franchise.
Additionally, he spoke at length of the intense action sequences that he partook in as well as the meticulous fight choreography that gives theJohn Wickworld its fame in the first place.
“This man is just rolling and throwing me”: John Wick Star Keanu Reeves Left Ana de Armas “Sore” and “In pain” While Filming ‘Ballerina’
Describing his state during filming, he summed it up as being“painful”.The actor opened up on how certain sequences for the spin-off needed him to travel to and fro between Japan and Budapest. Moreover, he also heaped praise on the visually stunning detail behind this high-octane choreography and the energy required to pull it off.
It was painful. I just got back from Budapest where we added more fight scenes to it. So, I went from Japan to Budapest, back to Japan basically. It’s high-octane. It’s a cool story, it’s well-acted, visually stunning, but it’s just like bang, bang, bang, bang, bang.
Overall, he found immense inspiration in Reeves and his dedication to the crafty and could hardly shy away from praising him.
I know Keanu, and my hat’s off to him because it’s a very physical, full-on, I-need-a-bottle-of-Advil-all-day-long type of job.
To sum up, Reedus also explained how his role inBallerinafared in comparison with his other outings such as hisDaryl Dixonrole by outlining that the former had no“sloppy”fight sequences whereas the latter did, and hence, his justification for it being physically demanding.
Keanu Reeves can star in Ballerina despite on-screen death
The star icon of the franchise and the one whose credibility pushed itbeyond a billion dollars at the box office,Ballerinawill indeed feature Keanu Reeves as John Wick but more likely as a cameo or in a small but key role. DespiteJohn Wick: Chapter 4bringing fans to an apparent conclusion of his death, the spin-off makes room for his appearance as its events occur between the happenings of the third and fourth installments and thus, long before his climactic fight.
“I have notebooks and notebooks of sh*t behind me”: Keanu Reeves Can Return for John Wick 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 While Ana de Armas Ballerina Spinoff Gets Disheartening Update
The action thriller directed byLen Wisemanwill center aroundAna de Armasas the character of Rooney, a ballerina assassin. Moreover, the major chunk of the plot will have her on a question to seek revenge for her family’s murder.
Finally, it is also expected to carry on the trademark frame rate manipulation, attention to detail, practical effects, gun-fu warfare, and unmatched combat that has always remained a staple celebrated trait of the franchise, although,at a smaller scale.
Ballerinais currently aiming for a June 09, 2025 release.
Imteshal Karim
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Bearing a penchant for writing in multiple forms, I love telling a good story and hope to tell impactful ones about the fandom’s side of the Entertainment industry. I found the movie of my life in Christopher Nolan’s 2014' s Interstellar, which fascinated me with the perfect blend of science and cinema, leaving me curious about Hollywood. In my leisure time, you will find me indulging in photography, gardening, and cycling.
