Disney Debuts Tron: Ares Clips, Cast at San Diego Comic-Con

At San Diego Comic-Con, Disney revealed new footage and details about "Tron: Ares," the third installment in the Tron franchise, set for release on October 10. The film features Jared Leto as Ares, a sentient AI who, along with other characters including Greta Lee's Eve and Jodie Turner-Smith's Athena, transitions from the digital Grid to the real world, with action-packed sequences such as high-speed lightcycle chases. The movie continues the franchise's legacy started in 1982 and 2010, with Jeff Bridges reprising his role as Kevin Flynn, underscoring the series' enduring relevance in exploring artificial intelligence themes. The score, composed by Nine Inch Nails, was praised for its lasting impact, reflecting a fusion of rock and electronic music that enhances the film's futuristic vibe. Panelists highlighted the film's innovative blend of virtual and real-world elements, the excitement of actors like Lee experiencing lightcycle rides, and the broader cultural significance of the franchise as a pioneer of virtual adventure cinema. Overall, "Tron: Ares" is positioned as a visually spectacular and thematically timely continuation of a unique sci-fi saga.