Before release, a fuss was made about her casting as Ronal.
Her character was suggested to be a huge part ofThe Way of Water’s story.
The actor/director combo had only worked together once before, and that was when they made 1997’s record-breakingTitanic.
After refusing to stay behind,Ronal marches into battle to fight for her family while heavily pregnant.
It bolstered her arc, which was otherwise minimal.
Generally, pregnant women in movies aren’t seen in combat.
Custom Image by Yeider Chacon
Ronal’s presence inThe Way of Water’s big finale bucks both of these trends.
It’s a refreshing change to a moment that could have otherwise been very predictable.
As such,Fire and Ashmay very well be the last time Ronal appears in the franchise.
If so,Fire and Ashneeds to make full use ofKate Winsletwhile it can.
