Ana de Armas is preparing for her upcoming film, Deeper, co-starring with rumored boyfriend Tom Cruise, and she says the lessons she learned while filming Ballerina will help her navigate this new action thriller. Speaking at the Ballerina premiere in Hollywood on June 3, Ana reflected on how pushing for truth and embracing risk shaped her approach to the role. She also praised Cruise’s passionate support for cinema, hinting at a close bond that has sparked speculation about their off-screen relationship.
In Ballerina, Ana plays Eve Macarro, a ballerina-turned-assassin trained in the Ruska Roma traditions to avenge her father’s death. Directed by Len Wiseman and set within the John Wick universe, the film features an impressive cast including Keanu Reeves, Anjelica Huston, and Lance Reddick. Ana emphasized the importance of perseverance in acting, saying she believes in “taking risks and getting to the bottom of it” to find truth in her performance.
Her physically demanding stunt work on Ballerina left her bruised and sore but also invigorated. She shared that everything hurt—her hands, nails, neck—but found the experience enjoyable and meaningful, hoping her character’s resilience will inspire many women.
Looking ahead, Ana teased Deeper, an intense thriller about an astronaut confronting a terrifying force in a mysterious undersea trench. Directed by Doug Liman and written by Christopher McQuarrie, the film promises suspense mixed with supernatural elements. Ana revealed she is undergoing rigorous training to meet the film’s physical demands, preparing herself thoroughly for the challenges ahead.
