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Wuthering Heights


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Emerald Fennell returns to the director’s chair, this time taking on one of the most influential and beloved novels of all time; 'Wuthering Heights'

Though the film wasn't at the top of my 'must see list', it certainly delivers with excellent style and use of wardrobe - arguably the films strongest component (outside the leads' performances). Whatever you think of the storytelling choices, visually it’s clear that Fennell knew exactly what tone and atmosphere she was aiming for.

Of course, Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi are THE stand outs in this thing. Their on-screen chemistry is electric, capturing the volatile, all-consuming, and at times feral love that defines Cathy and Heathcliff’s relationship.

However, beyond these strengths, the film occasionally drifts into indulgence. Certain sequences linger longer than necessary, causing the narrative momentum to dwindle and making the runtime feel more extended than it perhaps needed to be.

Still, definitely worse films out there! Full thoughts in this review.

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Joe Bloggs About FilmsBy Joe Hobson