Elon Musk Threatens to Set Fire to Aquaman 2 Filming Location - Here's Why
A new report has revealed that entrepreneur Elon Musk has come to the defense of international actress Amber Heard amidst rumors of her exclusion from the upcoming film, Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom. According to a recent report from Variety, Musk has strongly urged Warner Bros. to retain Heard in her role as Mera in the highly anticipated sequel to the hit film "Aquaman".
Director James Wan, of Warner Bros. and Aquaman fame, reportedly sent a letter to Heard's lawyer, Carl Austin, following the release of the film in 2018, expressing concerns about her chemistry with the film's star, Jason Momoa.
However, according to Variety, Warner Bros. decided not to dismiss Heard after her former boyfriend, Musk, and his lawyer sent a letter to the company, threatening to set fire to the film's shooting location if Heard was not brought back for the sequel.
IndieWire was unable to reach DC Studios for comment on this matter.
Elon Musk's Defense of Amber Heard
Entrepreneur Elon Musk has recently taken a stand in support of actress Amber Heard against rumors of her being excluded from the upcoming film, Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom. Musk's intervention comes as a response to concerns raised by director James Wan regarding Heard's chemistry with co-star Jason Momoa.
Warner Bros. Urged to Retain Amber Heard
Reports indicate that Musk exerted significant pressure on Warner Bros. to ensure that Amber Heard would continue her role as Mera in the highly anticipated sequel to the successful film "Aquaman". This intervention reportedly influenced Warner Bros.' decision to retain Heard for the film.
Threat of Arson on Aquaman 2 Filming Location
In an unprecedented move, Musk and his lawyer sent a letter to Warner Bros., threatening to set fire to the filming location if Amber Heard was not reinstated for the sequel. This bold threat has raised eyebrows and sparked discussions about the extent to which powerful individuals can influence creative decisions in the film industry.
Director James Wan's Concerns
Director James Wan, known for his work on the original Aquaman film, expressed reservations about the on-screen chemistry between Amber Heard and Jason Momoa. This led to initial discussions about potentially excluding Heard from the sequel. However, Musk's intervention ultimately swayed the decision in favor of keeping Heard in the role of Mera.
Warner Bros.' Response and Silence from DC Studios
Despite the controversy surrounding Musk's intervention, Warner Bros. ultimately chose to retain Amber Heard for Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom. However, DC Studios, the production company behind the film, has remained silent on the matter, leaving fans and industry insiders curious about their perspective on the situation.
In conclusion, Elon Musk's unexpected defense of Amber Heard and his threat of arson on the filming location have added an intriguing twist to the ongoing discussions surrounding Aquaman 2. With Warner Bros.' decision to retain Heard and the silence from DC Studios, the future of the film and the implications of powerful individuals influencing creative decisions remain uncertain.
