Eternals actor Barry Keoghan broke down why he thinks his MCU debut got such a mixed reception.

Nearly a year afterEternals’theatrical debut,DruigactorBarry Keoghanbroke down this film’s middling reception amongst critics and fans.

However, upon release, the film flopped, both critically and at the box office.

Eternals Barry Keoghan

So Chloe brings - as youve seen from her past films - raw performances and really really touching performances.

I dont think it was…

I think it was new.

Barry Keoghan, Eternals

I think it was just new.

It was new for the Marvel world."

I actually spoke with Victoria [Alonso] recently.

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Im always optimistic, always.

I wanna know what Druig is doing right now.

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Harry Styles, Kumail.

Keoghan: Yeah, anyways well see.

Youre not going to get that out of me.

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I know nothing,.

Keoghan previously mentioned that he felt"bruised"over the lack of sequel news.

Eternalscan be streamed now on Disney+.

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