He continued, explaining, “The reality is, it’s not uncommon in movies for two leads to not have chemistry.”
He added that it “took a lot of effort” to make their on-screen relationship appear believable.
Filmmaker James Wan also shared insights with Entertainment Weekly, stating that the decision for Heard to have a smaller role was part of the original plan for the sequel.
“I always pitched this to everyone from the get-go. The first Aquaman was Arthur and Mera’s journey.