Eternity Trailer Review: A Whimsical Dance Between Love, Loss, and the Beyond
It’s here, folks! A24 just dropped the Eternity trailer, and if this doesn’t shoot straight into your “must-watch” playlist, you might need to reevaluate your relationship with cinema. Elizabeth Olsen (yes, that Elizabeth Olsen) takes center stage as Joan, a woman caught in an afterlife love triangle that’s juicy enough to make even soap operas feel bland.
Picture this: the afterlife isn’t all pearly gates and harp music. Instead, you’ve got one week to decide where to spend eternity. No pressure, right? Olsen’s Joan is faced with the kind of emotional calculus only a rom-com-drama like this can serve up. Does she go with her lifelong partner, Larry (played by the always charismatic Miles Teller), or does she rekindle a romance with first-love Luke (Callum Turner), who’s been patiently waiting in the afterlife like a lovestruck ghost? Decisions, decisions.
A24 Strikes Again
A24 is back at it, bringing that indie sprinkle of magic we’ve come to expect, and honestly, they’ve outdone themselves. Directed by David Freyne (The Cured), who also co-wrote the script with Pat Cunnane, this film sits at the intersection of romance, comedy, and existential crisis. There’s no greater backdrop for a story of love and “what-could-have-beens” than eternity itself. Add to that a plotline that could’ve easily gone cheesy—but instead seems to float on just the right level of emotional depth.
Oh, and the Eternity trailer? Ethereal visuals mixed with sharp performances and a savory soundtrack. This isn’t a movie; it’s a mood you soak in.
Elizabeth Olsen as Joan
Okay, real talk. Olsen’s performance carries the kind of gravitas that makes you imagine her reading your grocery list and still winning an Oscar. Just in the Eternity trailer alone, you sense Joan’s dread, vulnerability, and humor. Bonus points for her witty line to Teller’s character after reuniting in the afterlife, “What happened to eternity being relaxing?” Olsen’s presence oozes pathos while maintaining enough relatability to keep her tethered to an audience craving nuance over melodrama.
Why This Isn’t Your Average Rom-Com
Romantic comedies tend to ride a fine line between heartfelt and hokey. Eternity laughs in the face of convention. This is not your meet-cute, walking-on-the-beach montage kind of rom-com. The stakes here? Colossal. The setting? Otherworldly. You’re not just rooting for Joan’s love life; you’re rooting for her very existence.
Plus, the interplay between Teller and Turner is already internet gold. One’s emotionally grounded; the other’s a brooding first love waiting on the metaphysical sidelines. The tension crackles so much you’ll feel the sparks through your screen.
The Star-Studded Ensemble You Didn’t Know You Needed
Supporting Olsen, you’ve got the likes of John Early, Olga Merediz, and Da’Vine Joy Randolph, whose comedic timing and sharp delivery add a layer of humor to what could easily be a brooding flick. And with A24’s tasteful knack for balancing dark humor with tender moments, this cast’s chemistry promises chef’s kiss levels of perfection.
Will It Be a Critic Darling or Audience Favorite?
Here’s the thing about A24’s projects—they’re made to ignite both the arthouse crowd and your popcorn-chomping Instagram mutuals. Eternity hits Toronto Film Festival first, a stage that has birthed some of cinema’s most buzzworthy works, before heading into theaters in November. Remember Everything Everywhere All At Once? Yeah, expect a similarly impassioned buzz.
Advance whispers suggest this might be the rom-com that makes you feel so hard you’ll reconsider how you’ve been living your life. By the time the credits roll, expect to be clinging to a Kleenex box while simultaneously debating your biggest “what-ifs.”
The Verdict Is Already Out
Romantic comedy for the Netflix-and-chill crowd? Check.
Fantasy premise rooted in human truth? Check.
Elizabeth Olsen giving us goosebumps and tears in equal measure? Triple check.
But here’s the real kicker. Beyond the Eternity trailer, it dares to ask a question that’s both deeply philosophical and painfully personal. “What if you had to choose between the life you lived and the love you lost?”
If this trailer is any indication, A24’s next powerhouse flick could very well redefine modern romantic storytelling.
Don’t Just Watch. Feel.
The Eternity Trailer is not just an appetizer; it’s the beginning of a cinematic adventure that promises to deliver a five-course meal of heartache, laughter, and existential pondering. Add it to your watchlist, pronto.
Because mark my words, November belongs to Eternity.
