The Marvel Cinematic Universe is officially a teenager. After years of rousing, epic, individualized superhero stories, the MCU is finally ready to take a big step and try something new: taking real risks, hoping to yield worthwhile results. The outcome is a mixed bag that is Eternals.
Eternals takes place over seven thousand years, splitting its time between the past and the present as its ten titular immortals carry out their mission on Earth: to rid the planet of the monstrous Deviants. They’re led by Ajak (Salma Hayek), and to be completely honest, it would take an entire article to discuss each and every character the film focuses on. Unfortunately, not everyone gets the spotlight they deserve — such is the downside with large ensemble casts.
