Eternals
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Eternals is a science fiction superhero film from Marvel Studios, introducing a new team of immortal beings tasked with protecting humanity from monstrous creatures known as Deviants. Spanning thousands of years, the narrative explores the Eternals' hidden existence on Earth and their eventual emergence to confront a resurfacing threat. The film delves into themes of identity, purpose, and family, with a diverse ensemble cast bringing these ancient heroes to life. It combines action sequences with philosophical undertones, aiming to broaden the scope of the Marvel Cinematic Universe by exploring deeper mythological origins. The movie is suitable for mature audiences due to its complex themes and various content elements.
Things to Consider
LGBTQ & Gender Identity
The film features the Marvel Cinematic Universe's first openly gay superhero, Phastos, who is married to a mortal man named Ben and has a son, Jack. Their relationship is depicted as a normalized and integral part of Phastos's character arc, including a brief on-screen kiss. This representation has been noted for normalizing a queer family in a blockbuster context and was a point of discussion and censorship internationally.
Phastos (Brian Tyree Henry) is shown sharing a kiss with his husband, Ben (Haaz Sleiman), in a tender family moment when they reunite. The couple is also depicted raising their son, Jack, and Phastos's love for his family motivates his actions in the film's climax.
Violence
Eternals contains frequent and intense fantasy violence, characteristic of the superhero genre. Battles between the Eternals and the monstrous Deviants involve various superpowers, hand-to-hand combat, and weapons. There are depictions of monster gore and the aftermath of historical atrocities, contributing to a high level of intensity.
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Additional Context
Best For Ages
Eternals is recommended for ages 13 and up due to its PG-13 rating. This recommendation is based on the presence of fantasy violence and action, some language, brief sexuality, and mature themes. Younger viewers may find the intense monster violence, implied sexual content, and complex narrative challenging or frightening. Parental guidance is strongly advised for teenagers aged 13-15.
Good to Know
The film's inclusion of an openly gay superhero and an on-screen same-sex kiss led to it being banned or edited in several international markets, including Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Qatar. There is no extended or director's cut of 'Eternals' beyond the theatrical release, though deleted scenes are available as bonus content.
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