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Ana de Armas vs Keanu Reeves: First Look at Ballerina Fight Scene

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In a fresh sneak peek, the production team unveils an exclusive video clip featuring a thrilling fight scene starring Ana de Armas and Keanu Reeves. The upcoming movie, titled “Ballerina,” is the first feature film spinoff of the highly popular John Wick series. Scheduled for release this summer, it features Ana de Armas as Eve, a vengeful assassin who lost her father to murder. As hinted in the trailers, Keanu Reeves returns to portray John Wick, tasked with halting Eve’s destructive path when she begins causing trouble.

The Lionsgate YouTube channel has recently posted a sneak peek of a combat practice between de Armas and Reeves, hinting that their confrontation in the film “Ballerina” won’t just be about gun skills but also physical combat. In the video, we see de Armas taking the offensive, trying to strike Reeves, who utilizes his greater strength and size to defend himself effectively. The behind-the-scenes clip additionally offers a glimpse into the process of creating this fight sequence, with de Armas altering her fighting style for the second round. You can watch the video below:

What This Means For Ballerina

How Much Is Keanu Reeves In The Movie?

For some time now, it was understood that Keanu Reeves would be part of the cast for the film “Ballerina“, initially suggested to have a minor role. However, based on the extended trailer and the video provided, it appears that John Wick could potentially play a larger part in this spinoff than initially thought. While “Ballerina” primarily follows the story of Eve, trailers released so far suggest that John Wick is present in various environments and scenarios, such as snow-covered debris, a warm interior setting, and atop a tower armed with a rifle.

As a cinephile, I found myself engrossed in the dance-centric film titled “Ballerina” that unfolds between the tumultuous episodes of the third and fourth installments of the John Wick saga. Given the indomitable nature of John Wick’s character, it’s a safe bet he’ll emerge victorious from this film without a scratch. However, Eve, being an integral part of the storyline, isn’t as fortunate to enjoy the same plot armor.

But fear not! It’s highly improbable that John Wick would cross that line and eliminate Eve in this movie. Instead, it seems reasonable to anticipate that a tense standoff between them may ensue, eventually culminating in a reluctant understanding or truce, leaving the door wide open for Eve’s potential reappearance in future installments of the franchise. With the development of John Wick 5 underway, we might just see her gracefully re-enter the scene once more.

Our Take On The Ballerina Fight Training Video

De Armas Could Help Carry The Movie To Success

The most recent “Ballerina” making-of clip underscores that de Armas possesses the abilities needed for a successful action star role. In the film “No Time To Die” (2021), she demonstrated this potential in a short but impactful performance as the vivacious spy Paloma alongside Daniel Craig’s James Bond. With de Armas now gearing up to face off against Reeves, and also combat numerous other adversaries, the upcoming movie “Ballerina” may serve as a stepping stone for her to further establish herself as an accomplished action star.

The upcoming movie “Ballerina” carries significant weight in the John Wick franchise, as it’s the first not helmed by Chad Stahelski. With its blend of classic elements and fresh ideas, it could potentially enrich the series. Although there are still unanswered questions about Ballerina, fans can anticipate an electrifying confrontation between Eve and John Wick.

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2025-05-07 22:12

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