The Filmcast After Dark Review: From the World of John Wick: Ballerina
Jun 13, 2025
Dive into the thrilling world of 'Ballerina' from the John Wick universe. The hosts discuss captivating action sequences and the impressive performances, especially highlighting Anna D'Armas's role. They humorously critique character inconsistencies and the use of familiar tropes. The podcast also showcases innovative action choreography, including an unforgettable scene involving grenades. Expect laughs as they explore absurd scenarios in the assassin life and reflect on the franchise's intriguing dynamics and future potential.
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John Wick-Tier Action Quality
- From the World of John Wick: Ballerina features John Wick tier action that rivals late-stage films in the series.
- The movie compensates for a familiar plot with inventive, high-quality, visually compelling action sequences.
Ana de Armas' Physical Commitment
- Ana de Armas performs most of her own stunts, showcasing impressive physicality and making her a believable action star.
- This commitment to realism aligns with the brutal, pain-heavy ethos of the John Wick franchise.
Character Not John Wick-Level
- The film purposely downplays the protagonist as a prodigy, portraying her as scrappy and determined rather than a top assassin.
- This choice adds realism and separates her status distinctly below John Wick.