Tag: Emerald Fennell

Wuthering Heights backlash: casting director says 'it's just a book' after Robbie, Elordi pick

Casting director Kharmel Cochrane defended Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi’s casting in Emerald Fennell’s Wuthering Heights, dismissing criticism with “it’s just a book.” Fans accuse the film of whitewashing Heathcliff and slamming anachronistic costumes. The teaser promises a provocative, erotic take. The film is set for Valentine’s Day 2026 and has already ignited a fierce debate on fidelity vs. reinvention.

Wuthering Heights teaser: Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi star in Emerald Fennell’s bold Gothic reimagining

Warner Bros. dropped the first teaser for Emerald Fennell’s Wuthering Heights, starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi. The moody, steamy clip leans into the novel’s obsessive love and revenge, with a Valentine’s 2026 theatrical release. Backed by LuckyChap and MRC, the film pairs Fennell’s provocative style with a heavyweight ensemble including Hong Chau and Martin Clunes.