(The Federalist)—From the World of John Wick: Ballerina is suffering at the box office from an unfortunate case of girlboss fatigue. But anyone who has seen the movie knows that it actually retreats from mainstream feminism.
The movie, which cost an estimated $90 million to produce, only earned about $25 million in its opening weekend in the United States. It has since recouped its production cost but is still severely underperforming John Wick: Chapter 4.
Though the movie hails from a beloved franchise, audiences don’t seem to be excited. One critic blames the movie’s lackluster title, but maybe Hollywood’s litany of obnoxious girlboss action heroes beating up on male co-stars is the real culprit.
Ballerina, however, avoids many of the issues plaguing other female-led action movies. The movie acknowledges the biological differences between men and women and treats the franchise’s male hero with respect, signaling a retreat from the rabid feminism of many Hollywood productions.
A Quick Plot Synopsis
The bulk of Ballerina takes place between the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 and Chapter 4. Ana de Armas, who previously starred in Blade Runner 2049, Knives Out, and No Time to Die, leads as Eve Macarro.
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