Tron: Ares

Convoluting its formulaic narrative while sapping its drama, Tron: Ares is all exposition. Because it wholly prioritizes the plot, characters are simplistic tropes with unearned emotions. This alienates viewers' connection. There's insufficient humor, blunt dialogue, shallow science, cliches, contrivances, and sequel bait. Worse, the themes introduce hot-button issues like A.I., surveillance, and privatization without considering their ramifications. Even when it waxes poetic about the value of human consciousness, it's painfully obvious. None of this is helped by the dull acting. Although it may rush through the motions of a story, Tron: Ares does so with cold confusion.

Technically, Tron: Ares is style over substance. Its direction's absent relatability exacerbates its overstimulation. Mounts, lighting, and motion are undercut by the cinematography's clutter. Clunky cross cuts as well as incomplete resolution impede its editing. Abundant genre elements fill the soundscape. Though superb in isolation, its electronic music often overpowers the film. Its production design offers sleek neon iconography but less world-building than desired. Leto's underwhelming lead sinks the cast's diversity and supporting skills. Despite uncanny moments, the effects convincingly combine digital with practical. In conclusion, Tron: Ares is wasted potential.

Writing: 3/10

Direction: 4/10

Cinematography: 6/10

Acting: 5/10

Editing: 4/10

Sound: 8/10

Score/Soundtrack: 9/10

Production Design: 9/10

Casting: 7/10

Effects: 9/10

Overall Score: 6.4/10

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