Ballerina: A Ballet of Bullets that Misses the Mark

‘Ballerina,’ a spin-off from the ‘John Wick’ franchise, falls short of expectations. The review points out the lack of John Wick-esque elements, replacing them with a series of action-packed scenes. The critic views the plot as unoriginal, borrowing from outdated storytelling techniques. The lead actress, Ana de Armas, is criticized for her unconvincing action performance. The review notes the cinematography’s quality but overall finds the film a disappointment, with an uninspired story and shallow character portrayals.