So, Who Are Marvel's Eternals, and Who's Playing Them? Let's Break It Down

Another gender swap! Hayek plays Ajak, who is the leader of the Eternals. In the comics, the character is based in Central America, where he is worshiped as a god by the Aztecs, Incas, and other indigenous populations. While at Comic-Con, The Hummingbird Project actress told the audience that her character is a "strong woman" who has "a lot of mother instincts" even though she's "not supposed to have kids."