Wuthering Heights

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Wuthering Heights Gets a Makeover: Margot and Jacob Stir Up Drama!

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Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi's casting in the Wuthering Heights adaptation is causing a stir! What’s the fuss all about?

**Get ready to brace yourselves, because Wuthering Heights is undergoing a glamorous makeover!** Academy Award winner Emerald Fennell, known for her edgy storytelling in Saltburn, is about to unveil a new adaptation of the classic Emily Brontë novel, and she’s pulled in A-listers Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi to play the iconic roles of Cathy and Heathcliff. If you think the casting of these two Hollywood darlings is bound to create some jaw-dropping moments, you’re absolutely right! With Robbie fresh off her Barbie blockbuster and Elordi riding the wave of teen drama fame, this pairing is one people will either rave about or rant over.

But not all fans are ready to jump on the hype train. 🤔 There’s a palpable buzz on social media, with many questioning Elordi's suitability for the brooding yet complex Heathcliff, a role previously embodied by legends like Laurence Olivier and Tom Hardy. Critics are leaving no stone unturned in expressing their disappointment, with some suggestively saying, "It’s too late to press the eject button on the casting!” The backlash has brought a mix of enthusiasm and skepticism about this cinematic venture.

Emerald Fennell, who intends to weave her own magic into the fabric of this classic tale, has not shied away from controversy. Her fresh vision promises to resonate with new audiences, yet fans of the original novel are not so sure. The rich, tempestuous romance between Cathy and Heathcliff has been lauded through generations, and any alteration could spark more than just passionate discussions — it could set social media ablaze!

As we gear up for this star-studded journey through the Yorkshire moors, let’s not forget that this adaptation is not all about controversy. Fennell’s previous work with LuckyChap, which Robbie co-founded, suggests a commitment to groundbreaking storytelling. Given their track record, there may just be gold hiding beneath the waves of criticism. So stay tuned, Wuthering Heights fans; there’s bound to be more drama than just the love story that’s brewing!

**Did you know?** Wuthering Heights was originally published in 1847 and is often hailed as one of the first major works of English literature to explore the theme of obsessive love. Additionally, the novel faced mixed reviews upon its release but has since become a staple in literary discussions and adaptations. This new film won’t just be another retelling; it aims to spark fresh conversations about an age-old story!

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Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi to star in Emerald Fennell's ... (NBC News)

Academy Award winner Emerald Fennell's anticipated “Wuthering Heights” adaptation just got buzzier with Academy Award nominee Margot Robbie and BAFTA ...

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Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi's casting in Wuthering Heights ... (The Independent)

The iconic Heathcliff character has been played by the likes of Laurence Olivier, Richard Burton, Ralph Fiennes, Tom Hardy and even Cliff Richard, with Elordi ...

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Jacob Elordi And Margot Robbie Cast In Upcoming Wuthering ... (98FM)

The classic novel, written by Emily Brontë, is being adapted for the big screen by Saltburn director Emerald Fennell. Advertisement. Margot Robbie and Jacob ...

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Why Jacob Elordi's Wuthering Heights casting is controversial (Yahoo News)

The Saltburn star and Margot Robbie have been cast as Heathcliff and Cathy, the tragic lovers at the heart of Emily Brontë's novel, but fans aren't happy.

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Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi to Star in Film Adaptation of ... (HYPEBEAST)

This upcoming feature film of the iconic romance novel by Brontë comes after LuckyChap also produced her recent black comedy psychological thriller Saltburn and ...

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Margot Robbie, Jacob Elordi to star in Emerald Fennell's 'Wuthering ... (Mathrubhumi English)

Los Angeles: The Academy Award-winning actress-filmmaker Emerald Fennell has added Academy Award nominee Margot Robbie and BAFTA nominee Jacob Elordi to her ...

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Margot Robbie, Jacob Elordi to star in 'Wuthering Heights' film ... (GMA News Online)

According to a report by Variety, the “Barbie” star will play the role of Catherine Earnshow while the Australian actor will be playing Heathcliff.

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Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi cast in Wuthering Heights reboot (The New Daily)

Barbie actor and producer Margot Robbie, 34, seven months pregnant with her first child, and Saltburn's Jacob Elordi, 27, will pair up for the Emily Bronte cult ...

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Wuthering Heights: Everything We Know About Jacob Elordi and ... (Glamour UK)

Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi will star in 'Wuthering Heights' written and directed by Emerald Fennell from the Emily Brontë novel.

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Wuthering Heights movie hit with backlash after Margot Robbie is cast (Her.ie)

Many agreed that Elordi was the wrong choice for Heathcliff and called out Fennell for casting a white actor. it is not too late to yeet margot and jacob out of ...

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Emily Brontë's well-loved gothic tragedy, Wuthering Heights is being adapted once more for the big screen.

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Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi's Wuthering Heights casting fails to ... (BBC News)

The Australian actors will play Catherine Earnshaw and Heathcliff in director Emerald Fennell's adaptation of the classic Emily Bronte novel, set on the ...

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Margot Robbie to star in Wuthering Heights adaptation (The Maitland Mercury)

The Barbie actress, 34, will appear in the upcoming film alongside Saltburn star Jacob Elordi, 27, with the pair set to play Catherine Earnshaw and Heathcliff ...

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Wuthering Heights: Jacob Elordi's Casting Criticized (BuzzFeed)

"I think it's so unfair and ridiculous how hollywood casting directors keep erasing canonically BIPOC characters in important roles."

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Margot Robbie to star in Wuthering Heights adaptation (Bendigo Advertiser)

The Barbie actress, 34, will appear in the upcoming film alongside Saltburn star Jacob Elordi, 27, with the pair set to play Catherine Earnshaw and Heathcliff ...

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Margot Robbie, Jacob Elordi To Star in Emerald Fennell's ... (Cinema Daily US)

The latter film won Fennell an Academy Award for best original screenplay. Shooting of Wuthering Heights will start in the UK in 2025, with Robbie starring in ...

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'Wuthering Heights' Casting Jacob Elordi as White Heathcliff Sparks ... (Newsweek)

"One difficulty in the casting of Heathcliff is the conundrum Emily left us about his race," Brontë expert Nick Holland told Newsweek of the character.

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