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a day ago
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Watch: Keanu Reeves praises Ana de Armas' 'Ballerina' training
May 30 (UPI) -- Lionsgate released a behind-the-scenes video on Ballerina on Friday. The film opens Wednesday in large format screens and June 6 everywhere. Keanu Reeves, who executive produces and reprises his role as John Wick, speaks over footage of Ana de Armas practicing fight choreography. "Ana's a wonderful actress, so talented and there's really not anything she can't do," Reeves says. "To see her shift into her next gear was really cool. She's like, 'Let's go.'" Some of the behind-the-scenes footage shows Reeves and de Armas practicing a knife fight. She plays Eve, a woman training at the Ruska Roma ballet/assassin school that also taught John. "If I am disciplined, I can get there," de Armas says. "I'm actually surprised that I came out of it in one piece." John Wick director Chad Stahelski also produces the spinoff. He speaks over footage of de Armas shooting an enemy while being pushed in a T-boned car. "We have a practical aesthetic that we try to apply," Stahelski said. "We need somebody to actually be performing that so when you have someone like Ana de Armas, the sky's the limit. How far can we push to give you that visceralness?" UPI will present our review of Ballerina and interviews with the cast next week.
Yahoo
2 days ago
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Ana de Armas ‘Hated' Singing in Ron Howard's ‘Eden': ‘I Would Rather Do 100 Stunts'
Ana de Armas prefers to do anything else, even intense stunts, instead of sing onscreen. The actress, who will soon join the 'John Wick' franchise with 'Ballerina,' said during 'Hot Ones' in the below video that any stunt work is better than carrying a tune — something she had to do for Ron Howard's survival film 'Eden.' 'I hated it,' de Armas said. 'I remember when I talked to [director] Ron. And I was like 'Ron, I really think I should lip sync. This is not for me.' And he just didn't want to hear it. He was like 'no, you're singing. You're singing. If you do it bad, it's good for the character.' And I'm like 'yeah but people don't know that.'' More from IndieWire Pete Davidson Uncovers a Retirement Community Serial Killer in 'The Home' Trailer Bella Ramsey Wants 'The Last of Us' Fans to Watch Upcoming Indie Films Like They're 'Game of Thrones' De Armas continued, 'I just couldn't convince him to let me lip sync so I had to learn the song. It was horrible. I was terrified. I would rather do 100 stunts than sing that song. It was terrifying because it's also in front of all the actors. I just felt very exposed and vulnerable and it's not one of my talents for sure.' De Armas previously told Vanity Fair that starring in 'Eden' pushed her to get to her 'craziest' self onscreen, which is no small feat given her past dedication to portraying Marilyn Monroe in 'Blonde.' 'I got a little scared, and I told [Ron] I was nervous because it was really out there,' de Armas said of joining 'Eden,' which also stars Sydney Sweeney, Jude Law, and Vanessa Kirby. 'He was very supportive and excited. There was no question I wanted to do it. I wanted the challenge.' The 'Deep Water' star added, 'Having this crazy threesome relationship, and being a woman of opposites — either she's sweet and tender and fragile and nervous and scared, or she's absolutely crazy and dangerous, it was kind of finding that limit. What was the craziest I could get? How far could I go?' At the time, director Howard praised de Armas' 'creative courage,' saying, 'She's a risk-taker as an artist, and I knew that it was going to take that kind of individual.' The IndieWire review for 'Eden' also deemed de Armas a 'scream in a cast filled with standout performances.' Best of IndieWire Guillermo del Toro's Favorite Movies: 56 Films the Director Wants You to See 'Song of the South': 14 Things to Know About Disney's Most Controversial Movie The 55 Best LGBTQ Movies and TV Shows Streaming on Netflix Right Now
Yahoo
3 days ago
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Tom Cruise Praises Ana de Armas' New Movie Amid Dating Rumors
is all praise about his rumored girlfriend ' new movie, 'Ballerina.' The two stars have been at the center of romance rumors for quite some time since their public sightings together. Last week, while promoting his film 'Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning,' the actor spoke highly of de Armas' movie, assuring a reporter that they were going to love watching it. Cruise's statement also coincided with de Armas' revelation about working with the 'Top Gun' star on several projects. Tom Cruise took a break from promoting his new 'Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning' movie, diverting attention to rumored girlfriend Ana de Armas' upcoming film, 'Ballerina.' While speaking to reporters, Cruise revealed that he watched de Armas' film and shared that 'it kicks a–.' He gushed, 'Oh, man, it's right in that tone. It's right in that big world. You're going to love it.' 'Ballerina' is a spin-off of the John Wick franchise starring de Armas and Keanu Reeves. The film is set to release next month. Cruise isn't the only one showering praises; de Armas also dished about the duo's working relationship. During her appearance on 'Good Morning America' last week, de Armas admitted that she and Cruise have been working on several projects together. Currently, the rumored couple is strictly keeping things professional in public. However, Tom Cruise and Ana de Armas' joint appearances since February have given enough reasons for netizens to speculate that the two actors share more than just a professional connection. What began with helicopter rides and street sightings quickly led to more appearances. Earlier this month, the two reportedly left David Beckham's birthday party together, fueling ongoing dating rumors. Moreover, a source recently shared that Cruise and de Armas have a 'low-key' romance brewing between them. The 'Mission Impossible' actor has been reportedly courting de Armas and is 'super smitten' over her. The insider also expressed that their romance is still in the 'early stages' with the 'Ballerina' star wanting to take it slow. As of now, neither Tom Cruise nor Ana de Armas has addressed the rumors publicly. The post Tom Cruise Praises Ana de Armas' New Movie Amid Dating Rumors appeared first on Reality Tea.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
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Tom Cruise Absent From Ana de Armas' Ballerina Premiere
Tom Cruise's not attending Ana de Armas' Ballerina premiere in London has stirred new rumors around their rumored relationship. While de Armas turned heads in a striking look, Cruise was absent. Now, many are curious to know why Cruise was missing from the Ballerina premiere. Tom Cruise was noticeably absent as Ana de Armas attended the premiere of her latest film, Ballerina, held last night in London's Leicester Square. The actress arrived in a dazzling silver gown with a bold cut-out detail. This quickly captured attention across the red carpet. Her co-star Reeves accompanied de Armas on the red carpet. Later that evening, de Armas was seen enjoying a lighthearted moment with The Last of Us star Pascal, as the two shared laughter and relaxed together. Since February, de Armas and Cruise have sparked dating rumors after being spotted together in London. Their first public outing occurred on February 13, when they were photographed strolling through Soho. During this time, de Armas was seen carrying takeout food, and the rumored couple briefly engaged with fans before continuing their walk. Despite the frequent public appearances fueling speculation about their relationship, Cruise was absent from de Armas' premiere night. Though he did not attend the premiere, Cruise has expressed strong admiration for Ballerina. De Armas shared a screenshot on Instagram featuring an article highlighting Cruise's positive review. It read, 'It just kicks a**': New John Wick spinoff movie gets glowing review from Tom Cruise.' (via Daily Mail) At a recent Mission: Impossible event, Cruise confirmed he had watched the film and praised it. The actor said, 'I saw the movie [Ballerina], it just kicks a**… It's right in that tone, it's right in that Wick world, you're gonna love it.' Originally reported by Disheeta Maheshwari on ComingSoon. The post Tom Cruise Absent From Ana de Armas' Ballerina Premiere appeared first on Mandatory.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
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Tom Cruise Misses Ana de Armas' Ballerina Premiere Amid Dating Rumors
Tom Cruise's absence from Ana de Armas' Ballerina premiere in London has stirred new speculation and buzz around their rumored relationship. While de Armas turned heads in a striking look, Cruise was nowhere in sight. Now, many are curious to know why Cruise was missing from the Ballerina premiere. Tom Cruise was noticeably absent as Ana de Armas attended the premiere of her latest film, Ballerina, held last night in London's Leicester Square. The actress arrived in a dazzling silver gown with a bold cut-out detail. This quickly captured attention across the red carpet. Her co-star Reeves accompanied de Armas on the red carpet. Later that evening, de Armas was seen enjoying a lighthearted moment with The Last of Us star Pascal, as the two shared laughter and relaxed together. Since February, de Armas and Cruise have sparked dating rumors after being spotted together in London. Their first public outing occurred on February 13, when they were photographed strolling through Soho. During this time, de Armas was seen carrying takeout food, and the rumored couple briefly engaged with fans before continuing their walk. Despite the frequent public appearances fueling speculation about their relationship, Cruise was absent from de Armas' premiere night. Though he did not attend the premiere, Cruise has expressed strong admiration for Ballerina. De Armas shared a screenshot on Instagram featuring an article highlighting Cruise's positive review. It read, 'It just kicks a**': New John Wick spinoff movie gets glowing review from Tom Cruise.' (via Daily Mail) At a recent Mission: Impossible event, Cruise confirmed he had watched the film and praised it. The actor said, 'I saw the movie [Ballerina], it just kicks a**… It's right in that tone, it's right in that Wick world, you're gonna love it.' The post Tom Cruise Misses Ana de Armas' Ballerina Premiere Amid Dating Rumors appeared first on - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More.
