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Know Before You Watch
Movie: Enola Homes 2 (Based off the popular Book Series by Nancy Springer)
Find our review of the first movie and the first movie curriculum here.
Rating: PG-13
Genre: Action, Mystery, Teen
Age suggested : 12 and up
Release Date: November 4th, 2022
Streaming Service: Netflix
Warnings: Child labor and endangerment, moderate peril and violence, and an on-screen death showing some blood. Check out our “Is Enola Holmes 2 Appropriate” section for more details.
Quick Enola Holmes Summary
After the occurrences of the first movie, Enola has opened up her own detective agency. Unfortunately, through sexism, ageism, and constantly being connected with her older brother, she is close to having to close up. Just at the last minute, a little girl comes in and asks Enola to search for a missing girl. This leads to a deep mystery with some unexpected mix-ups.
Enola Holmes Parent Review
Contains Mild Spoilers
–Why Watch Enola Holmes 2-
Enola is back and honestly if you enjoyed the first movie, you should definitely check this one out. The mystery in which Enola is thrown is emotionally gripping while also leading to many twists and turns. For a case that seemed so simple in theory, a lot of unforeseen complexities and villains make it a bit more complicated. Even more than the first movie, this film does an amazing job at fleshing out the Holmes world by bringing in some old names and introducing some new ones.
Also, with the subplot of Sarah Chapman, we get a little taste of the real life story of the Matchgirls and their effect on the child labor laws of that time. It isn’t obvious that this is a character based in reality, but does add a certain gravitas when they reveal the true history. For more information on the Matchgirls, check out the Matchgirls Memorial page!
-Is Enola Holmes 2 Appropriate?-
Enola Holmes 2 is aimed at a similar audience as the first one, but some scenes are a bit heavier. There is an important subplot regarding child labor laws and we see many children working in factories and not being treated well. On top of all this, Enola (and some of the other characters) are consistently finding themselves in trouble, sometimes resulting with fighting or shooting.
In one of the more intense scenes of the movie, Enola finds a girl who has been stabbed and is bleeding out on a bed. Enola runs to help her, but she dies in her arms. This moment leads relatively quickly to a chase scene, but could still be very difficult or triggering for some children.
Favorite Enola Holmes 2 Quotes
Is it true you find lost people?
I would be his equal, a detective in my own right, worthy of the Holmes name.I had no time for distractions and besides he’s still a nincompoop.
Too many people make it their sole purpose in life to fit into the world around them. This is a mistake.
No matter how lost you feel if you stay true to yourself the path will always find you again.
All it takes is one small thing to change the rules of the world.
The game has found its feet again.
Without power, we women must rely on our wits for our fortune, because our chances are short.It only takes a little flame to start a fire
There’s something about this case that deduction alone can not solve
She knows something and that is infinitely more dangerous
Your purpose must be to find who you are
You will do very well on your own, Enola. But with others, you could be magnificent
Nothing’s certain til it’s proved
You’re a bloody good detective, Enola Holmes.
It’s remarkable what can be done when people underestimate you.
She likes causing trouble, doesn’t she? It’s almost like she was molded that way
Enola Holmes 2 Quotes
Enola Holmes Discussion Questions
Themes to Discuss: Perseverance, Child Labor, Relationships, Being Underestimated, Corruption
1) There were a few twists throughout the film. Which, if any, did you see coming?
2) We get the introduction to a few classic Sherlock Holmes characters. How familiar are you with the Holmes lore? Are you interesting in learning more through Sherlock or Enola books?
3) If you could your own agency, what would it be for?
4) How does Enola and Tewkesbury’s relationship develop throughout the movie?
5) Had you ever heard of the Matchgirl’s Strike? Are you interested in learning more about it? (Here is a source written for adults, if interested) What other real life events would you like to see implemented into fiction?
Enola Holmes Curriculum
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