Blog Rating: 7.35 out of 10
This film that is based on the book series "The Enola Holmes Mysteries" by Nancy Springer, is an entertaining adventure narrative set at the end of the 19th century. Where its protagonist (Millie Bobby Brown) shows all her talent and charisma, in a charming character who also happens to be the younger sister of the famous private investigator Sherlock Holmes.
Louis Partridge as Tewkesbury |
In order to discover the reason for the mysterious disappearance of her mother, Enola, the youngest of the Holmes brothers, travels to London, where she is also investigating the dangerous conspiracy against a young marquis.
Henry Cavill as Sherlock Holmes |
Enola Holmes mixes the mystery genre with comedy. The photography is excellent, in addition to highlighting the costumes and sets. The feminist side is exploited but in a subtle way that does not bother and serves to highlight the heroic spirit of the young protagonist.
Millie Bobby Brown as Enola Holmes |
In conclusion, Enola Holmes has the potential to generate a new successful saga or television series, suitable for a young audience, seeking action, comedy and suspense.
Genre: Adventure, mystery
Country: United Kingdom
Director: Harry Bradbeer
Script: Jack Thorne
Cast: Millie Bobby Brown, Henry Cavill, Sam Claflin, Helena Bonham Carter, Fiona Shaw, Adeel Akhtar, Louis Partridge, Susan Wokoma, Burn Gorman, Jay Simpson
Duration: 123 minutes