Eternals (2021)
Eternals
”Immortal beings shape Earth's history in a bold and inclusive superhero film.”
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One of the best superhero movies of 2021 and the most conventional from Oscar winner Chloé Zhao - if you're looking for a 'Nomadland' or 'Taming the Destiny' you'll be surprised by the result of 'Eternals'. Those who thought it would be a slow production due to the director's history were wrong: she managed to adapt a story as Marvel Studios likes and left her mark on the big comic book blockbusters. Despite this, 'Eternals' is one of the most differentiated films in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), it breaks away from standards, is extremely inclusive and also shows more daring, taking away that image that superheroes are not humanized and do not nurture desires. The discussions are mature and the plot is a breath of fresh air for bringing something new. Without losing the jokes and the greatness of the studio, Zhao does a good job and shows that she can lead a heavyweight cast - in her previous films, she did not work with professional actors, except Frances McDormand in 'Nomadland'.
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The saga of the Eternals, a race of immortal beings who lived on Earth and shaped its history and civilizations.
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