City Cinema: Eternity

Romantic Comedy. PG, coarse language.
Dir: David Freyne, US, 2025, 112 min.
Miles Teller, Elizabeth Olsen, Callum Turner.

“A refreshingly original romantic comedy that makes you laugh, cry, and reflect on the cosmic weight of love and memory…Eternity is one of the most unexpectedly moving films of the year.. Set in a surreal version of the afterlife, the story centers on Joan and Larry, a long-married couple who die within days of each other and reunite in a transitional space between life and whatever comes next. Every soul here is given one week to decide where and with whom they want to spend eternity with, a choice that’s a bit complicated when Joan’s first husband and war hero Luke reappears after decades of waiting for her. At first glance, it feels like a classic rom-com setup with a love triangle, but the twist that the stakes are eternal adds a complex layer. The performances are excellent… The screenplay is a gem, sharp and funny with a delightful streak of sarcasm that keeps the sentimentality in check… This story of eternal love (and eternal decisions) will find a place in your heart.” —Louisa Moore, Screen Zealots