Ana de Armas Stars in John Wick Spinoff Ballerina Premiering Friday

Ana de Armas stars as Eve, a trainee assassin at a ballet school, in "Ballerina," a new addition to the John Wick universe set during the third John Wick film. The film explores Eve's backstory, including her father's death and her training in a secretive, deadly ballet academy, blending action with emotional depth and a unique martial arts style tailored to de Armas' strengths by the 87eleven stunt team. While the movie offers some clever early scenes and a fresh perspective on assassin training, critics note that the plot leaves many questions unanswered about the ballet school's operations and motivations. De Armas, who was initially surprised by her action-hero trajectory, has embraced the physical demands of the role and received praise for her dynamic performance. Ahead of the film's release, de Armas appeared at the Los Angeles premiere wearing custom Louis Vuitton designs, continuing her role as an ambassador for the luxury brand. Her involvement in both the film and fashion highlights her rising profile as a leading actress and style icon.