Millie Bobby Brown feels a profound connection to the character of Enola Holmes, stating that the detective "definitely stays with her" even after filming concludes. This deep immersion has led her to advocate fiercely for the character's intelligence and logical consistency within the film's narratives.
Brown recounted instances on set where she felt Enola would have deduced plot points more quickly. In one instance, she debated with her co-star Louis Partridge and potentially the filmmakers about the timeline of Enola's problem-solving, specifically regarding identifying a flag. "She was like, no, no, no, Enola would know that flag is from this country and she would have worked that out," Partridge explained about Brown's dedication to the character's intellect.
While Brown acknowledged she is typically "the biggest girl on getting things done quickly," she emphasized the importance of getting Enola's portrayal right. "I want to make sure that I'm bringing to life a plot that makes sense and characters that people can believe in," she told the BBC. She noted that Enola's high standards can sometimes translate to her personal life, leading to humorous moments of self-correction. "Enola is high maintenance and sometimes I go home and I'm like, 'Why does the bed look like that?' Then I'm like, Millie, chill, you do not need to speak like that."
Partridge described their on-set dynamic as having "sibling vibes," contributing to the filming atmosphere. He noted that while Brown is usually focused on efficiency, her passion for Enola's character accuracy occasionally led to extended discussions. He recalled one scene stopping for a significant period due to Brown's commitment to the character's logical progression, though the exact duration of this pause was a point of playful disagreement between the two actors, with Brown jokingly calling Partridge a "liar" for his estimations.
Brown described having "her hands and heart all over" the detective adventure series, underscoring her significant investment in the role and the franchise's integrity. Her husband, Jake Bongiovi, who also worked on the film, has observed how much the character has influenced her, sometimes humorously noting that she brings Enola's traits home with her.