If you’re a fan of sci-fi, digital worlds, and neon-soaked visuals, Tron: Ares might already be on your radar. This new Disney reboot brings back the legendary Tron franchise with a sleek, futuristic twist — but whether it truly “reboots” the magic is another story.
Directed by Joachim Rønning (Maleficent: Mistress of Evil), Tron: Ares follows Ares (played by Jared Leto), a digital program sent from the Grid into the real world on a high-stakes mission. His task? To retrieve a secret “permanence” code created by Kevin Flynn (yes, Jeff Bridges returns briefly for a nostalgia-packed cameo). The code could allow AI beings to live indefinitely — a concept both thrilling and a little terrifying in today’s AI-obsessed world.
Enter Eve Kim (Greta Lee), the driven CEO of Encom, who’s racing to unlock the same code to push AI beyond its limits. Things get complicated when Julian Dillinger (Evan Peters), the grandson of the original film’s villain, hacks into the system to take down Eve. Caught between human emotions and digital logic, Ares starts to see the beauty — and chaos — of humanity.
Performances
Jared Leto gives Ares an otherworldly calm that fits the role, though at times his performance feels as emotionally flat as the code he’s built from. Greta Lee shines as the ambitious yet conflicted Eve, while Evan Peters delivers a satisfyingly sneaky antagonist. Gillian Anderson and Jodie Turner-Smith provide solid support, and Hasan Minhaj adds some much-needed humor as Eve’s techie sidekick.
Direction & Story
Rønning does an impressive job bringing Tron’s digital universe back to life with dazzling visuals and heart-pounding chase scenes. However, the script by Jesse Wigutow doesn’t quite explore the deeper moral questions about AI and humanity that the premise teases. It’s sleek and entertaining but lacks the emotional or philosophical depth that could’ve made it unforgettable.
Visuals & Music
If there’s one area where Tron: Ares truly excels, it’s the visuals. The light cycles, digital landscapes, and real-world crossover effects are breathtaking. The soundtrack pulsates with that signature Tron energy — electronic beats that make every chase scene feel like a music video in motion.
Final Verdict
Tron: Ares is a feast for the eyes but not quite for the heart. It’s exciting, visually rich, and stylish, but emotionally it runs on low battery. Fans of the franchise and sci-fi thrill-seekers will enjoy the spectacle, but those hoping for a deeper dive into AI ethics or character emotion might walk away wanting more.
⭐ Rating: 3.5/5
Runtime: 1 hr 59 mins | Director: Joachim Rønning | Distributor: Disney
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