Amber Heard Cut Out of Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom Trailer Amid Controversy
Amid ongoing controversy and legal battles, Amber Heard’s role in the upcoming film Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom has been reduced to a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it appearance in the latest trailer for the highly anticipated film.
Heard, 37, who plays the character Mera in the Aquaman franchise, has been the subject of negative attention due to her highly publicized court case with ex-husband Johnny Depp. This has led to claims that her role in the new film was significantly reduced. The actress was previously seen in a brief appearance in the film’s first trailer released in September. However, she is noticeably absent from the latest teaser for the film, which is set for release on December 20, 2023.
Despite the controversy, it has been confirmed that Heard will still be appearing in the film, reprising her role as Mera, the daughter of King Nereus who can control water with her mind and communicate with other Atlanteans telepathically. However, her apparent absence from the latest trailer has raised questions about the extent of her role in the upcoming movie.
Director James Wan has addressed the controversy, stating that the focus of the Aquaman sequel was never meant to heavily feature Heard’s character Mera, and that the second film was always intended to center around the character Orm, played by Patrick Wilson.
The controversy surrounding Heard’s role in the film has also been fueled by allegations that her co-star, Jason Momoa, who plays the titular character Aquaman, purposely dressed like Johnny Depp and pushed to have Heard fired from the film. However, representatives for Momoa have declined to comment on the allegations.
Furthermore, additional drama and allegations of a toxic work environment have surfaced, including claims from Heard’s therapist notes that indicate a hostile set, as well as alleged attempts to have her fired from the film. The controversy has raised questions about the dynamics on the set and the decision-making process behind the scenes.
With the ongoing drama and legal battles surrounding the film, it remains to be seen how the controversy will impact the end product and the reception of the highly anticipated sequel when it hits theaters in December 2023.