In Tron: Ares, the next chapter in the Tron trilogy flips things on its head when it brings beings off the Grid into the real world. Named Ares, this AI being comes to the real world and evolves beyond his programming. However, things aren’t as simple as that. There is also someone who wants to use this AI program for their own gain without a thought of consequence or care for who gets hurt along the way. Tron: Ares takes the Tron story in a new direction, raising new questions to be considered. It is now available for fans to watch from the comfort of their own homes.

Quality

Tron: Ares is a visually intriguing film to watch. It continues the trend of being innovative and visually appealing. In this case, the color schemes have changed with a red color becoming much more prominent. While the film continues to move forward with visual and audio effects, it also takes time to look back as well. At one point, the original Grid look is revisited. While not a replica, it was a nice salute to the original film. Overall, this is a movie that is enjoyable to look at and to listen to.

Extras

There were a few extras included with the home entertainment release of Tron: Ares. The highlight of all of these extras is director Joachim Rønning. His passion and enthusiasm for this film are infectious and enjoyable to watch. I kind of wish the extras had gone a little deeper on some things, as my initial thought was that they lacked depth. However, if you really enjoy the movie and this team, you’ll enjoy watching them.

Bonus Features*

• Deleted Scenes
  • Seth’s Date
  • Burning Man
  • Lisberger Cameo
• Featurettes:
• The Journey To Tron: Ares: Go on a personal journey with Jared Leto, director Joachim Rønning and other cast and crew members for an in-depth making-of look showcasing the stunning visuals, incredible stunts, cool (but heavy) costumes, and next-level sets of Tron: Ares.
• Lightcycles On The Loose: Join director Joachim Rønning as he peels back the layers of one of the most action-packed sequences in the film. Discover what ILM and the artists who grew up loving the franchise contributed, and what other iconic film the sequence pays homage to.
• The Artistry Of Tron: Ares: Director Joachim Rønning and actor-producer Jared Leto sit down to discuss their journey creating Tron: Ares. The pair unpack key moments and the striking visual, sonic and artistic philosophies that drive the storytelling both in and out of the Grid.
• Cast Conversations: Join the cast in candid conversations as they reflect on stepping into character, memorable on-set experiences, funny anecdotes and personal insights. Get a glimpse of the off-screen camaraderie that shines in their electric on-screen synergy. 
• The Legacy Of Tron: Decades after Tron first took the world by storm, and with Tron: Legacy in between, there’s loads of nostalgia to mine for Tron: Ares. Catch some clever easter eggs and noteworthy cameos as this enduring franchise continues to leave its mark.

*Bonus features vary by product and retailer

Final Thoughts

Tron: Ares is not my favorite movie in the Tron franchise. While it looks very cool and brings up some interesting philosophical questions, it felt too disconnected from the other films. It is ok to disconnect from previous films, but if that choice is going to be made, it better be an incredible movie. This was not that movie. It does add more to the world of Tron. I am glad to have watched it and found some things very intriguing. I also just felt that the movie never really got off the ground. I found myself wishing it were more like Tron: Legacy. This is a film that some people will really enjoy and may open the world of Tron to new audiences. For those who have been around since the beginning, it might be a bit more hit or miss. I found the questions it brings up to be very intriguing. I just wish it also pulled me into the story more and made me care more. It seemed to be a movie that was full of enthusiasm and missed opportunities.

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Mr. Daps’ Hat Rating Scale

• No Hat – Didn’t meet expectations
• Hat Nod – It was ok
• Hat Tip – It was good
• Hat’s Off – Loved it!