The Eternaut Left Me With 3 Big Questions

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⚠️ Caution: The content of this article reveals significant plot points from the sci-fi series ‘The Eternaut’. To fully enjoy it, make sure to watch it on Netflix if you haven’t already.

As the new year began, I perused the list of upcoming book-to-screen adaptations with anticipation. Little did I expect that an Argentine sci-fi titled “The Eternaut” (El Eternauta in Spanish) would unexpectedly appear on the 2025 TV schedule, leaving me taken aback. However, this was precisely what transpired when I explored the 2025 Netflix series about the inhabitants of Buenos Aires battling to survive an apocalyptic city following a baffling snowstorm that wiped out most of the populace before being overrun by aliens.

The series, based on the renowned comic by Héctor Germán Oesterheld and Francisco Solano López with the same title, held me captivated throughout its entirety. Its narrative about survival, unity, and standing up against wrongdoing was simply mesmerizing. After devouring the enticing Netflix series within a few nights, I’m left with some pressing questions that need clarification should there be another season.

Again, spoilers follow…

Where Are The Aliens From And What Do They Want With Earth?

In the course of events revealed only from the fourth installment, the comic series “The Eternaut” centers around an invasion by a formidable extraterrestrial force, who appear to have set their sights on our planet (specifically, the South American continent). For the majority of this incursion, these beings resemble colossal beetles, reminiscent of those depicted in “Starship Troopers“. However, a mysterious leader with an unusual number of fingers and hands controlling the events unfolding in the final episodes of the series is also introduced.

In The Eternaut, there’s always been an enigma surrounding the origin of these colossal insects, the true nature of the overarching leader, and their ultimate intentions for our planet. Initially, I assumed they aimed to exterminate all life with the toxic snow hinted at in the series teaser. However, it was later disclosed that they possess the ability to manipulate humans, compelling them to follow their commands. Should there be a second season, I eagerly anticipate delving deeper into the aliens’ origins and understanding their objectives more profoundly.

Were Juan Salvo’s Visions Hallucinations Or Forgotten Memories?

In the comic book series The Eternaut, the central figure, Juan Salvo, portrayed by Ricardo Darín, consistently strives to locate his wife, reconnect with his daughter, and safeguard humanity amidst an impending extraterrestrial onslaught. Occasionally, Juan experiences episodes that seem to be either forgotten memories or hallucinations, or a blend of both. Nearly every installment showcases Juan observing catastrophic asteroid collisions (later disclosed as the aliens), terrifying landscapes, and an overwhelming amount of mortality.

As I delve deeper into the storyline, it’s revealed that I, Juan, am drawing upon memories from my military past to remain so composed and take such accurate shots with my aged weapons. However, the details surrounding the other characters’ backgrounds remain shrouded in ambiguity. Towards the end of the season finale, there’s a hint that I have faced similar trials in the past, but it’s left unclear whether this was from a real experience or a vision. Should a second season emerge among the upcoming horror TV shows, I eagerly anticipate a more thorough exploration of my enigmatic origins or, at the very least, some clarification on the matter.

Is Clara Just Another Person Under The Aliens’ Control, Or Is She Part Of Something Bigger?

In the gripping fifth episode of “The Eternaut”, a chilling twist unfolds: it appears that certain humans, including Juan Salvo’s daughter Clara (Mora Fisz), have been subjugated by the invading aliens and are now serving their malevolent purposes – such as the assault on the refugee-camp-turned-mall. In the heart-stopping final episode, there’s an unsettling implication that Clara may be one of those chosen by these extraterrestrial puppeteers. Though she doesn’t explicitly confirm or attempt any harmful acts like her mind-controlled counterparts, a haunting expression crosses her face as the credits begin to roll in the series finale – leaving viewers with an ominous sense of foreboding.

Pondering over it now, I can’t help but wonder: Is Clara merely an alien-controlled survivor or is she deeply entwined in something much greater? The intricate portrayal of her character and the unusual events coupled with her memory gaps suggest that Clara may be destined for a larger role in the narrative.

Despite no official word on a second season for “The Eternaut”, it’s challenging to accept that the narrative could conclude at a seemingly midpoint. As soon as further details surface, I’m ready to delve into them.

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2025-05-05 02:09