Tron: Ares Review

Editors Thoughts:

Tron: Ares marks the third installment in the Tron franchise, continuing the legacy that began back in 1982 and returning after a long 15-year wait since Tron: Legacy.

This time, Jared Leto takes the lead as Ares, a highly intelligent AI created to be the ultimate weapon on the battlefield.

The film features a strong supporting cast, including Evan Peters, Gillian Anderson, Jeff Bridges, and even a cameo from Cameron Monaghan.

Visually, Tron: Ares is stunning. The neon-drenched digital world looks incredible, and the action sequences are packed with style and energy, However, despite these highlights, the film struggles to live up to expectations.

The story feels rushed, leaving little time to connect with the characters or fully explore its ideas. Some of the CGI also falters at times, which is surprising given the franchise’s reputation for cutting-edge visuals.

Greta Lee serves as the film’s secondary protagonist, but her performance feels uneven, and the writing doesn’t give her much to work with. The real standout here is the soundtrack – it absolutely shines and captures the essence of Tron perfectly.

It’s just unfortunate that the rest of the film doesn’t quite match that same level of polish.
Tron: Ares pays homage to the original films with clever nods and references, but it ultimately falls into familiar sci-fi tropes instead of breaking new ground, It’s a film made for fans of the franchise, and while it has its moments, it’s not the triumphant return many were hoping for.

Rating: 5/10