The Argentine series already aims to be the history of science fiction … although its end is closer than you expect with its next season

When Netflix launched Eternaluta On August 30, few imagined that the series Based on the Argentine comic classic I would receive such a quick renewal. But here we are: a few days after his premiere, the streaming giant confirmed that there will be a second season … even if he also clarified that it will be The last. Yes, so.

The news was celebrated by the fans, but also left that sweet and sour taste that the great goodbyes have. Because although the post -apocalyptic universe of Juan, except as soon as it starts to take sides, The story already has a closing date. Of course, an end is promised with style, with more science fiction, more tension … and many other questions.

What is the eternaluta?

The story begins Buenos Aires With a snowfall as mysterious and lethal: only one bow is enough to kill. Millions die in a few minutesAnd the few who survive must face an invisible, inexplicable and, above all, ruthless threat. Among these is Juan Salvo, played by Ricardo Darínwho guides a small group for answers and hope.

The series, based on Hécor Germann Oesterheld and Francisco Solano López’s comic published between 1957 and 1959, was One of Netflix’s most ambitious bets in Latin America. And it is no less: we are talking about an iconic work that has marked generations, both for its history and for its political context. In the series, this depth is maintained, with a narrative that combines the intimate with the epic.

The future (and final) of El Eternautoututo

Francisco “Paco” RamosHead of the content of Netflix Latin America, he said clearly: “The second season will be very important. We will deepen the science fiction concepts that have been mentioned only to the first”. That is to say, The journey will not only continue, but it will go much further.

The first season was devastated between criticism and public. With 93% approval in Marci tomatoes And an impressive 96% to the public scoreit is evident Eternaluta It has been connected with those who have seen it. Hence the decision not to artificially extend history.

Matías MosteirinManufacturer of the series, he explained that other eight episodes will be enough to close everything with beauty and strength: “We believe we can beautifully close the story with probably eight more episodes”. And he adds that, although Argentina has a great audiovisual tradition, “This is above all that it was done here before”.

A closure calculated so as not to lose magic

The filming of the first season took Eight months And postproduction extended from One year. Therefore, although the renewal is already confirmed, Don’t wait for the second season soon. But what is clear is that the team is making all the efforts to offer a conclusion to the culmination of the original material.

“We can only keep it for a second season, no more than this”Multeeerir reiterated. The creative team engages Maintain mysticism and the spirit of adventureWithout falling into the error of lengthening a story that already has its rhythm.

This limited two -season approach recalls the great miniseries that prefers to leave the mark that wears over time. And it seems to be the right decision for a story that, from its origins, speaks of both the human being and survival, resistance and inspiration.

An adaptation with the Argentine heart and global ambition

The fact that Netflix has trusted of this Argentine production is no coincidence. Eternaluta It is a work of worship throughout Latin America, but it is also universal metaphor On isolation, fear and hope against the unknown.

The protagonist, Juan exceptIt embodies the common citizen who becomes a hero when the world collapses. A current concept as timeless, which finds a new life in this television adaptation, with shocking visual effects, intense performances and a buenos Aires that becomes a silent battlefield.

The series was directed by Bruno Stagnaro and partially written by Ariel Matelywhich also appears in the cast. They complete the cast Carla Peterson, César Truncoso, Andrea Pietra, Ariel Straltari y Marcelo SubbiottoAll contributing with another realism and a close layer to this fantastic story.