'Jupiter Ascending': The Wachowski's Futuristic Slingshot Into Space [Trailer + Pictures]

If you haven't already been swept along by the long run up of excitement building for the Wachowski's new sci-fi film, Jupiter Ascending, allow us to acquaint you with what looks set to be the biggest space blockbuster of the year. Mila Kunis, Channing Tatum, Sean Bean, Douglas Booth and Eddie Redmayne all star in this futuristic adventure.

'Jupiter Ascending' Is The Wachowski's New Sci-Fi Set To Make Waves This Summer.

Kunis takes centre-stage as Jupiter Jones, a janitor who spends each day going through the motions without realising she may just be the most special person on Earth. It is revealed that she was born under a unique night sky in which the stars were arranged to foretell Jupiter's destiny; that is, the biologically ordained usurper of the Queen of the Universe.

Channing Tatum Becomes Half Man, Half Wolf In 'Jupiter Ascending.'

These facts come to Jupiter's attention when an attempt is made on her life and she is saved by the dashing former military hunter Caine (Tatum), a genetically modified hybrid with human and wolf DNA. Caine opens Jupiter's mind to a universe she never knew existed and bigger threats that she didn't know were headed her way.

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The trailer gives glimpses of these scenes, and shows of the movie's impressive CGI work. Spaceships, buildings and whole worlds are digitally constructed and embellished with the space-age costumes and stylings of the cast. The most obvious of these stylings is Channing Tatum's pointed, elfin ears, which we hope won't be as distracting in the full movie as they are in the trailer.

We're Hoping Channing Tatum's Elf Ears Won't Be Too Distracting.

Jupiter Ascending mixes an awe-inspiring action movie in space with the very real human issue: one's destiny. Jupiter struggling to understand herself as her whole life as she knew it is rewritten before her eyes will strike a chord with those who enjoy their action movies a little more emotionally deep as well.

Will Jupiter Take Control Of Her Destiny Or Shy Away?

Jupiter Ascending is the latest film from Lana and Andy Wachowski, the director siblings responsible for The Matrix movies, V For Vendetta, Speed Racer and the phenomenal Cloud Atlas. Set to make waves this summer, the film is one of the only original blockbusters scheduled for release in a summer packed with sequels, including The Amazing Spider-Man 2, X-Men: Days of Future Past, Transformers: Age of Extinction, and Dawn of the Planet of the Apes.

Jupiter Ascending is set for release on the 25th July 2014.