The True Story Behind 'The Eternaut' Is as Tragic as It Is Important
More than a great sci-fi story, The Eternaut was originally written during a period of turmoil in Argentina, but what is the truth behind the comics?
One of the best things about The Eternaut is the feeling of insecurity it conveys. Much of it comes from the excellent writing and directing of series creator Bruno Stagnaro, of course, introducing different threats and still managing to keep it from feeling repetitive. There's more to this feeling, though, with an unseen layer that is barely perceptible to people who haven't read the original comics by Héctor Germán Oesterheld and Francisco Solano López or are unfamiliar with South American history. More than a great sci-fi story, The Eternaut is actually the tale of a country and a people who faced countless hardships and still can't have the luxury of taking anything for granted.
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