The UCM (Marvel Cinematic Universe) is developing phase 4 of its film plan, complemented with tapes and of course, series that have been on the platform Disney +. A plan of more than 10 years with new characters introduced and those already known from the beginning.
That’s where Eternals comes to the Marvel universe. A group of Superheros that were in the universe since its creation, being guardians of human beings against threats from other beings known as “Deviants”. And so, this team of “atypical” heroes led by Ajak, interpreted by Salma Hayek, lives on earth for thousands of years, witnessing all the troubles and wars of humans but without power to intervene in them.
It must be said that the film is directed by the recently awarded Chloé zhao, what with Nomadland managed to dominate last awards season. And so, Chloé becomes the first woman to direct a film of the UCM with a stellar cast that includes Gemma Chan, Richard Madden, Angelina Jolie, Kit Harrington, Kumail Nanijani and even some surprises on the acting side that, to avoid spoilers, we will not mention.
If we see a bit of the context of Eternals in the comics, we can distinguish that it is an extremely complicated material to adapt, since they are characters with little exposure popular but with direct weight in the situations around the universe of Marvel. In addition, it is a adaptation that touches vital beings of the cosmic part that will bring some of the villains and heroes most important in the universe.
Because of course, we can’t help but mention the importance of the Celestials in the universe and on this tape, beings that have Vital importance in the final plot and what they represent, important revelations of how the universe from the house of ideas.
But in direct matter of the tape, it is without a doubt the film plus different of the entire UCM. From the beginning, the history It is very different from what we are used to and even, without the logo of Marvel At the beginning, we might think that the film is a tape of Sci-fi It has nothing to do with the Marvel tapes.
And while this is not the Negative point, is a point that makes the tape a experience quite risky with a result that leaves feelings found. We do not talk about the worst tape in the MCU but we can’t talk about the best either. Let’s say you are at a midpoint where develops good to his characters but leaves you with the feeling that it could be a little more direct.
In the part technological, the tape is an achievement for the house of ideas. The effects are tremendous, highlighting the use of them within scenery tremendous that make them look even more realistic. Similarly, the sound part with Dolby Atmos it is very superior but without being something really extraordinary, although quite consistent to make your experience something satisfactory.
Now the Photography It is very prominent but, suddenly, it is an opportunity wasted. The excessive use of natural light makes some scenes look dark and the action difficult to follow, causing some sequences to lose impact necessary. Otherwise with the final act of the film that, without spoilers, has the scenes of action best achievements of the film and a development that makes that moment something very tense.
But beyond the visual and sound aspect, Eternals has a pretty script tangled up, what happens from several temporalities in a few minutes and that, makes in moments be a difficult tape to follow. In addition, in that inter, several characters are left behind in the developing of history and, when they are retaken, they lose strength.
And it is fair, the cast is pretty complete and has several actors who have participated in series and tapes iconic. In addition, it is the most diverse cast in this universe and with the first couple Official LGBTT, which is a win for the film as it is carried in the right way.
But of course, in that part, the participation of Gemma Chan What Sersi, from Richard Madden What Ikaris and of Angelina Jolie What ThenaThey are the most prominent characters and those who best carry the story and the development of their characters. Of the others, at times, the Kunal Nanijani comic relief It is very good to lighten the heavy of the plot a bit, making his participation the most pleasant of the film but without really developing his character beyond the comedy.
So, Eternals, it remains as the most pretentious film of the UCM but the one that is shorter stays in fulfill them all. Be careful, it is not a bad tape, the problem is that it suddenly feels too much complex but, also, quite superficial and that is where the medullary point does not finish curdling completely. Point and aside is the good work of Chloé zhao, who prints his style throughout the film and makes it one of the most visually cared films of the entire UCM and of course, the most different the rest.
And this is where another theme lies on the tape: The overload of characters. In that interim, the remaining characters remain developed in a very superficial and accelerated, which prevents empaths further with them. And well, needless to say about the “DeviantsVillains who appear in a very strange way and get stuck in a plot so extensive that they are only champions of a wrong beyond that it is not well developed either. In short, throughout the tape never represent a threat beyond what they are and it is a point negative direct with the “main” villain Kro.
And beware, the tape has 2 post credits scenes that you cannot miss, especially because they have interference direct on the side cosmic of the universe of the house of ideas. So pay attention to both scenes.
In conclusion, Eternals It is a risky film that does not finish curdling and that falls short compared to other works in the studio. However, it is a tape that complements well the general idea of the marvel universe and that leaves good ground for what will come in future films of the phase 4 and beyond.
With all the stamp of Zhao and with interesting moments and good action sequences, Eternals it is a good tape although very messy. It is not the worst film in the MCU but I think it stays in the middle and moves away from the better jobs within this franchise.
Rating: 7/10
The Eternals
Year: 2021
Country: United States
Direction: Chloé Zhao
Script: Chloé Zhao, Patrick Burleigh, Ryan Firpo, Kaz Firpo
Cast: Gemma Chan, Richard Madden, Kumail Nanjiani, Harish Patel, Kit Harington, Salma Hayek, Angelina Jolie