More than 40 years after the classic, Jeff Bridges immerses himself in the universe of Tron: Ares and explores the limits of AI

TRON: Ares explores the coexistence between humans and digital programs in the real world Credit: (Disney)

The universe of TRON resurfaces on the big screen with the long-awaited return of Jeff Bridgeswho once again plays Kevin Flynn more than forty years after his debut in the saga.

The actor, emblematic figure of cinema Science fictionshares prominence in TRON: Ares con Jared Letobetting on a completely new story, outstanding visual effects and an international cast that captures the attention of fans of the genre.

The world premiere took place on Friday October 10marking a key moment for a franchise that, since its origin, redefined the relationship between technology and cinematographic narrative.

The TRON universe resurfaces with
The TRON universe resurfaces with an international cast and an original plot about artificial intelligence (Credits: Disney+)

The saga TRON born in 1982 with a revolutionary film. Directed by Steven Lisbergerthe original film presented an unprecedented vision of the digital world, showing a young programmer who is transferred inside a computer to fight virtual threats.

Jeff Bridges embodied Kevin Flynn in a story that amazed with its technological innovation and its unforgettable computer-generated landscapes. The film quickly became a cult classiclaying the foundation for the exploration of the artificial intelligence and virtual worlds in contemporary cinema.

The cultural phenomenon generated by TRON lasted for decades, until 2010 arrive TRON: Legacy. This sequel located almost 30 years later, featured the participation of Garrett Hedlund like Flynn’s son, and maintained the avant-garde aesthetic that characterized the saga. Although the reviews were not unanimous, the film captivated a new generation of viewers, fueling interest in future projects within this universe.

The third installment of TRON
The third installment of TRON surprises with a renewed story and shocking visual effects REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni

In TRON: Aresthe story takes a bold turn by incorporating Jared Leto as protagonist. The film explores the impact that the arrival of an advanced digital program, known as Aresto the real world.

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For the first time, humans and artificial intelligence beings They share the stage, opening questions about the coexistence between the two and the challenges that technology poses in everyday life. This narrative proposal reinforces the validity of the franchise, managing to capture the attention of both long-standing followers and new audiences.

The script introduces current themes and delves into the development of complex charactersoffering a contemporary vision of the eternal interaction between the human and the digital. Specialized media such as SensaCine They emphasize that this installment represents a significant evolution in the narrative of the saga and reflects the growing relevance of the artificial intelligence in popular culture.

The filming of TRON: Ares
The filming of TRON: Ares challenges the technical and visual limits of science fiction cinema REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni

During filming, the synergy between the actors played a fundamental role for the final result. Jeff Bridges shared the excitement of reuniting with the legendary suit and the virtual stages: “I remember putting on the suit. I don’t think we knew each other, but we had a scary time,” Bridges said about his first meeting with Jared Leto.

For his part, Leto, a renowned admirer of the franchise, confessed that being part of this film was “something surreal: now I put on the suit and enter the Internet.” This enthusiasm was key to generating an inspiring work environment, raising the interpretive and emotional quality of the film.

Filming also represented a considerable technical challenge, as the team sought to surpass the visual achievements of previous installments. The collaboration between actors and technicians allowed the universe to be revitalized TRON with a modern aesthetic and action scenes that stand out for their realism and dynamism.

The TRON franchise consolidates its
The TRON franchise consolidates its legacy with a sensory and immersive experience

The artistic team of TRON: Ares brings diversity and talent, consolidating the renewal proposal. Next to Bridges y Letofigure Greta Lee, Evan Peters, Hasan Minhaj, Jodie Turner-Smith, Gillian Anderson y Arturo Castro.

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The addressin charge of Domingo Gonzalezintroduces a fresh vision, maintaining the original essence of the saga and elevating its visual and narrative potential.

The contribution of a team experienced technician has allowed the film to have its own and modern identity. The integration of original music y digital effects has been decisive in setting the tone of the new proposal, ensuring that TRON: Ares transcends the sequel label and establishes itself as a relevant work in its own right.

The original music and
Original music and digital effects reinforce the identity of TRON: Ares as a relevant work © 2025 Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

The third installment of the saga TRON promises an immersive cinematic experience, filled with action, high level visual effects and one surround soundtrack.

Without radars or radio communicationthe franchise reinvents itself and consolidates its place among the great exponents of cinema Science fiction.

This new adventure takes the brand legacy to a new generation, demonstrating that the combination of history, technology e innovation can continue to surprise 21st century audiences.