It seems like when a movie franchise runs out of fresh ideas regarding its own story or the world it's built, it might be better off not trying to force something new. That appears to be the situation with this latest entry in the “Tron” series, which is an unremarkable and disappointing film in many respects. The initial storyline about corporate espionage involving artificial intelligence, blending reality and cyberspace, does pick up some steam as it progresses, especially in the latter portion when connections to the original 1982 movie become clearer and more engaging. However, what comes before that point isn't particularly inspiring, even if the visuals are striking. The film’s attempt at a cautionary story about the potential dangers of artificial intelligence—and the greedy, not-so-bright people behind this technology—is admirable in its intentions, but it doesn’t offer anything we haven't seen before, as many other movies have explored similar themes with greater success, like several of the “Terminator” films. A significant issue is a weak script that struggles to connect this film’s plot with its origins, often feeling stretched to create a suitable link. This is especially noticeable concerning a key story element previously hinted at in earlier installments but directly addressed here—an element that should have been much more important in this version but is largely overlooked upon introduction, receiving only brief attention afterward. The casting choices also don’t quite work out; Jared Leto delivers a performance as appealing as bland porridge and lacking the potential for real depth, while Greta Lee's portrayal feels devoid of passion or believability. Jeff Bridges has a cameo that seems like he could have done it from anywhere, although Jodie Turner-Smith and Gillian Anderson do manage to inject some much-needed energy into the otherwise underwhelming performances. Interestingly, the film features an impressive original score by Nine Inch Nails, but it’s so prominent that it frequently overshadows the action it's supposed to enhance (at times I found myself more focused on the music than what was happening onscreen). I wouldn’t say I actively disliked director Joachim Rønning’s latest movie, but I didn’t enjoy it either. The only reason to see it in a theater would be for the special effects, and if that's not enough to justify buying a ticket, waiting until it's available on streaming is probably the better option.

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