'Criticisms Surround New Wuthering Heights Trailer: Fifty Shades of Heathcliff and Cathy'
The trailer for the latest adaptation of Emily Brontë's classic novel, Wuthering Heights, has been released, causing a stir among fans of the book. Directed by Emerald Fennell, the film stars Margot Robbie as Catherine Earnshaw and Jacob Elordi as Heathcliff, with supporting roles played by Shazad Latif as Edgar Linton, Alison Oliver as Isabella Linton, and Hong Chau as Nelly Dean.
While the film has generated excitement, it has also sparked controversy due to concerns about how closely it will follow the original source material. Some fans have criticized the film for its sexual content, departure from the novel's themes, and perceived whitewashing.
The opening scene of the film reportedly includes a public hanging and sexual content that some find offensive and inappropriate. The teaser for the film also features a wedding dress that isn't accurate to the time period, further fueling controversy.
The casting of Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi has raised eyebrows due to their physical differences from the characters' descriptions in the book. The news about Charli XCX's involvement in the Wuthering Heights soundtrack has been divisive on social media, with some praising her original songs for the film adaptation and others expressing disappointment.
Owen Cooper, who had his breakout role in the Netflix show Adolescence, is also part of the cast. The indy100, a digital media platform, encourages readers to participate in their news democracy by upvoting articles and offers a free WhatsApp channel and weekly newsletter for updates.
The Wuthering Heights film is produced by Emerald Fennell, Josey McNamara, and Margot Robbie, with executive producers Sara Desmond and Tom Ackerley. Warner Bros. Pictures distributes the film, set to be released on Valentine's Day, February 14, 2026.
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