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Eternals
2021 156 min United States of America PG-13 18+
★6.0
Science Fiction, Action, Adventure
Director: Chloé Zhao
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Description
The Eternals are a team of ancient aliens who have been living on Earth in secret for thousands of years. When an unexpected tragedy forces them out of the shadows, they are forced to reunite against mankind’s most ancient enemy, the Deviants.
Budget:
$200M
US Gross:
$164.87M
Worldwide:
$402.06M
Starring
Gemma Chan
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Richard Madden
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Angelina Jolie
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Awards
7 wins & 18 nominations total
Key opinion
Eternals is a visually ambitious project that divides audiences due to its departure from typical MCU pacing and tone. While many praise the cinematography and the attempt at a more philosophical narrative, critics and viewers frequently cite an overstuffed script, uneven character development, and a sluggish, bloated runtime as significant drawbacks.
| Cinematography | The film utilizes lavish cinematography and strong art direction that elevate the visual presentation above standard superhero fare. | |
| Acting | The ensemble cast delivers strong performances, particularly from actors like Angelina Jolie and Kumail Nanjiani, though some characters suffer from limited screen time. | |
| Theme | The ambitious scope and attempt at exploring philosophical themes provide a refreshing, more mature tone compared to traditional Marvel formulas. | |
| Production | The CGI for action sequences and creatures is inconsistent, occasionally appearing cartoonish or lacking the necessary impact for an epic scale. | |
| Pacing | The excessive runtime and dense exposition lead to a pacing that many find tedious, particularly in the middle act. | |
| Screenplay | The film's tone is polarizing; some appreciate the shift toward introspective drama, while others find the blend of melodrama and superhero tropes to be clumsy and emotionally distant. |