Ballerina

Ballerina

Year: 2025

Runtime: 2 h 5 m

Language: english

Director: Len Wiseman

Echo Score: 66
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Set against the backdrop of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, the film centers on Eve Macarro, a young woman beginning her training in the ancient and deadly traditions of the Ruska Roma assassins.

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1

Eve's Childhood

Eve Macarro, the daughter of two assassins, experiences a traumatic childhood marked by violence and escape. While on the run from a dangerous Cult with her father Javier, she witnesses the tragic death of her mother, which forever alters her life.

2

The Cult's Assault

The Cult tracks down Eve's residence, leading to a brutal assault that results in the death of her guards. In the chaos, Javier is fatally wounded, but he heroically assists Eve in escaping, setting the stage for her future.

Eve's residence
3

Joining the Ruska Roma

After her escape, Eve is taken to the New York Continental by Winston, the owner. There she meets the Director of the Ruska Roma, who trains her in the lethal arts, setting her on a path of vengeance for her father's death.

New York Continental
4

Intense Training

Over a span of 12 years, Eve undergoes rigorous training in both ballet and assassination techniques under the Director and Nogi. This preparation molds her into a formidable Kikimora assassin and bodyguard.

5

John Wick's Advice

During her training, Eve has a brief encounter with the legendary assassin John Wick. He advises her to abandon her violent lifestyle, recognizing the dangers that lie ahead, but Eve is resolute in her quest for revenge.

6

Graduation as a Kikimora

Eve finally earns her place as a full-fledged Kikimora by successfully eliminating an older Kikimora in a test of skills. This pivotal moment signifies her readiness to take on the darker aspects of her inheritance.

7

First Ward Protection

Eve's first assignment as a Kikimora leads her to protect heiress Katla Park. Despite the challenges, she successfully shields Katla, proving her capabilities as both an assassin and a guardian.

8

Encounter with a Cultist

After fulfilling a contract, Eve is ambushed by an assassin who she discovers is a Cultist. The encounter reignites her desire for revenge against the Cult, prompting her to seek answers.

9

Disobedience and the New York Continental

Defying the Director's orders, Eve visits the New York Continental in search of information about the Cult. Winston informs her about Daniel Pine, a Cultist with a bounty, sparking her journey to Prague.

New York Continental
10

Infiltrating Prague

Eve successfully infiltrates the Prague Continental, discovering that Daniel Pine is hiding his daughter, Ella, from the Cult. The situation escalates when the Cult retaliates, leading to a deadly confrontation.

Prague Continental
11

Kidnapping of Ella

During the chaos, Lena, a Cultist leader, incapacitates Eve and kidnaps Ella. Despite the danger, Eve's determination to rescue her companion intensifies as she learns the stakes involved.

12

Confrontation with the Chancellor

Eve confronts the Chancellor, who reveals shocking truths about her family and her connection to Lena. Their exchange leads to a climactic moment where Eve's true intentions are laid bare, heightening the tension.

13

Betrayal and Escape

After revealing her plan for revenge, Eve manages to break free from her captivity just as Lena is killed by the Chancellor's orders. Her escape underscores the fragile alliance between loyalty and vengeance.

14

The Final Showdown

With John Wick's reluctant assistance, Eve engages in a final showdown against the Cult. Their battle culminates in Eve eliminating the Chancellor and rescuing Ella, solidifying her resolve to complete her mission.

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15

A New Bounty

Following her acts of defiance, the Cult places a significant bounty on Eve, marking her as a target. As she finds solace watching an old performance, she is reminded of the ongoing conflict and the price on her head.

Last Updated: June 11, 2025 at 15:03

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