As Enola investigates the Lyon match factory, she begins to suspect that the factory may be responsible for the deaths of Sarah and her older sister. Meanwhile, Sherlock has a case of his own — a financial scam with money jumping across multiple banks — but it’s proving a tough nut to crack. Soon, their paths intersect.
The movie is a fast-paced thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat. The twists and turns are cleverly done, and the love letters and secret experiments are well written. The costumes and set designs are beautiful, while the background score is perfect for the film’s emotional beats. You won’t be able to put it down until the end.
Enola herself begins to question whether or not she should continue on with her life on her own. This leads to more screen time for Henry Cavill’s stoic Sherlock and Louis Partridge’s charmingly awkward Lord Tewkesbury. Helena Bonham Carter’s eccentric Eudoria and Susie Wokoma’s feisty Edith make appearances too.
David Thewlis stars as Enola Holmes, a woman who is determined to take down her enemies. Along with Brown and Partridge, the trio has great chemistry and the entire film is an entertainment explosion.
Millie Bobby Brown does an amazing job. The spirit of Enola is addicting and the fourth wall breaks make her adventures all the more exciting. From the very first scene, Enola grabs you by the hand and takes you along for her escapades. You’re side by side with her as her witticisms get her into tight situations and her antics get her out of them. It’s thrilling to be alongside her as she fights feminist battles — and this movie is markedly feminist.
The film’s main focus is on the exploitation of women and the rights of women. Although, their interpretation of the theme is a pretty black-and-white one. They don’t quite go into the complexities of class and race within feminism, despite having the set-up to do so.
Fans of Doyle’s Holmes will be pleased to know that there are a few surprises in store for them. While one might be obvious, it arrives with an unexpectedly twist. Hoping for any upcoming installments in the series to be as fresh and unique as this sequel. ..
The film ends with the feeling of a rollercoaster ride coming to an end. Even after 2 hours and 10 minutes, Enola Holmes leaves you wanting more.
Enola Holmes 2: The Return of the Killer Queen is a new movie released on October 14th, 2019. The film follows Enola Holmes as she returns to New York City after a five year absence. Holmes is joined by her old friend and former partner, Arthur Conan Doyle, in order to take on a new case. However, the case seems to be more complicated than expected.
