A curious detail has sparked a lively debate among fans of the Enola Holmes films. Recent promotional images revealed a strikingly modern manicure on Millie Bobby Brown’s character – a full set of gel nails with acrylic extensions.
The anomaly is particularly noticeable given the films’ historical setting of 1885. Gel manicures, as we know them today, wouldn’t be invented for nearly a century. Social media quickly lit up with observations and humorous reactions.
Many viewers expressed amusement and bewilderment, questioning the oversight in a period piece striving for authenticity. One user playfully dubbed them “time traveler nails,” while others joked about Enola arriving in the Victorian era fully prepared with a fresh gel set.
The upcoming film finds Enola Holmes venturing to Malta, balancing the complexities of a potential romance with Lord Tewkesbury and a dangerous new investigation involving a mysterious fire. The case promises to be her most challenging yet.
Beyond the nail polish debate, the film boasts a stellar cast including Henry Cavill as Sherlock Holmes and Helena Bonham Carter as their mother, Eudoria. Sharon Duncan-Brewster will portray the formidable villain, Moriarty, and Himesh Patel returns as Dr. Watson.
Writer Jack Thorne has hinted at a deeper exploration of British society through Enola’s adventures. He describes the series as a way to understand 19th-century Britain, with each film tackling significant historical issues – from land reform to the rise of labor unions, and now, colonial history.
Millie Bobby Brown herself has spoken about her character’s evolution, describing Enola as a young woman who has established herself but is now grappling with questions of identity and purpose. This internal struggle, she believes, resonates with many viewers.
Thorne emphasizes his desire to present a different side of British society, while also capturing the unique energy of a Phil Barantini film and tailoring the writing to Brown’s current strengths as an actress. The goal is to deliver a compelling narrative that is both historically informed and emotionally resonant.
Enola Holmes 3 is set to premiere on July 1, promising a thrilling new chapter in the detective’s story, even if it comes with a touch of anachronistic flair.
