El magnetismo

We're already at episode 3 of The Eternaut, and not one soul in Tano's house has thought about, say, grabbing a can of beans - or water, or literally anything that might keep a human alive. Civilization is collapsing outside, but apparently hunger and thirst are just capitalist myths.

Juan Salvo and his ex-wife are far too busy chasing after their daughter to concern themselves with such trivial matters as sustenance. Along the way, they run into a teenage boy so grating he might actually be the villain - but instead of leaving him to his own surly devices, they inexplicably bring him along. He despises them, they don't seem to like him either...so naturally, it's a perfect match.

Elena, meanwhile, is fast becoming the kind of character who makes you root for the snow.

Finally, there's a whiff of something more sinister at the end, which - fingers crossed - might mean someone finally notices they're in the middle of a disaster.

Episode 3 of El Eternauta dives deeper into the emotional and psychological fallout of the catastrophe, centering on the desperate search for Clara, the daughter of Juan and Elena. This chapter narrows its focus to something deeply personal-family-but uses that lens to explore broader questions about trust, loyalty, and human instinct under pressure.

The driving force of the episode is uncertainty. As Juan and Elena navigate the ruined city, danger lurks not only in the environment, but in every interaction. The question "Who can we trust?" runs through the entire episode, not just in words but in action. Every encounter is loaded with tension, every decision shadowed by doubt.

Moments of drama and emotional weight are scattered throughout, from hushed conversations filled with fear to sudden bursts of conflict. The characters are tested again and again, not just by what's outside, but by the growing unease within their own group.

Visually and tonally, the episode leans into paranoia. The cinematography tightens, the sound becomes more claustrophobic, and the silences speak just as loudly as the dialogue. There's a creeping sense that something worse is coming-and that it may already be closer than anyone thinks.

Episode 3 isn't about answers-it's about the fear of not knowing. It keeps the viewer on edge, balancing the emotional drive of the search for Clara with the thematic weight of betrayal, trust, and survival. By the end, one thing becomes clear: the world of El Eternauta is not only physically hostile-it's morally unstable.

This chapter sets the tone for what's ahead, and it does so with suspense, heart, and the unsettling feeling that the worst is yet to come.

Episode 3 of El Eternauta shows a clear shift: survival is no longer reactive-it becomes strategic. Juan Salvo and his group begin to think long-term. They're not just scared anymore; they're organizing, adapting, and realizing that this situation might not end soon.

One of the highlights of the episode is how it focuses on the group dynamic. The quarantine evolves into something more complex: there's cooperation, internal tension, and hard decisions to be made. The show explores how people deal with crisis over time, not just in the first moment of panic.

We also get hints about the outside world-strange lights, distant noises-but the show wisely avoids showing too much too soon. This helps keep the suspense alive and the pace tight, even if it feels slow in parts.

Juan Salvo's performance (Ricardo Darín Jr.) remains strong. He shows concern and fear, but also quiet leadership, which makes his character compelling. Visually, the show keeps nailing the mood: snowy stillness, dim interiors, and subtle sound design all contribute to the heavy, suffocating tone.

I give it an 8. It's a well-built chapter that might not be explosive but adds important depth to the characters and strengthens the sense of an unfolding apocalypse. If you're patient, this slow burn is worth it.

Where does that name fit in? It seems like just the opposite is happening... this episode seemed a bit 'slower' than the first two...like it was coasting, more than anything else...no big changes...what's interesting is...it's only seven episodes...i came back to say...that's wrong...only SIX episodes..didn't they have, at least, THAT much of a story?

On the other hand, what they've done so far is come up with a decent story that won't all that much to portray... but it's got to keep moving in some new direction...and i feel like it's doing this waaaaay too slowly...but if it picks up some in the next episode then that would help get me back in the game, so to speak...