On a bustling evening filled with film debuts, Disney’s highly anticipated sci-fi action movie Tron: Ares had its star-studded world premiere in Los Angeles. This marks the third installment in the iconic Tron film franchise, and while full critics' reviews are set to be released tomorrow morning, early reactions from social media have already begun to surface. The consensus among viewers highlights the film’s stunning visuals, particularly when experienced on IMAX screens, and an impressive soundtrack crafted by the renowned band Nine Inch Nails.
Tron: Ares dives into a topical narrative that explores humanity’s complex relationship with artificial intelligence. The film stars Jared Leto as a sophisticated AI program who ventures from the digital realm into the real world to accomplish various missions. The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including Greta Lee, Evan Peters, Jodie Turner-Smith, Hasan Minhaj, Arturo Castro, and Gillian Anderson. Notably, Jeff Bridges reprises his role as the legendary Kevin Flynn, a character that has become synonymous with the Tron legacy.
The film is helmed by Norwegian director Joachim Rønning, known for his work on Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales and Maleficent: Mistress of Evil. The screenplay for Tron: Ares was penned by Jesse Wigutow, while the captivating cinematography was crafted by Jeff Cronenweth, a frequent collaborator of acclaimed director David Fincher. As previously mentioned, the film’s exhilarating score is a collaboration between the Oscar-winning duo Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross from Nine Inch Nails, adding an auditory layer that enhances the cinematic experience.
Tron: Ares follows in the footsteps of its predecessor, Tron: Legacy, directed by Joseph Kosinski in 2010. Like its predecessors, Tron: Legacy received acclaim for its groundbreaking visuals and featured the iconic soundtrack composed by French electronic music legends Daft Punk. The original Tron film, released in 1982, achieved moderate box office success but eventually became a cult classic, renowned for its pioneering visual effects that pushed the boundaries of technology in cinema.
As the excitement builds ahead of the official reviews for Tron: Ares, fans and critics alike are eager to share their thoughts. Early social media reactions have generated buzz, emphasizing the film’s spectacular visuals and memorable soundtrack. As we await the full reviews, it’s clear that Tron: Ares is poised to make a significant impact in the world of cinema.
