Emerald Fennell's "Wuthering Heights" Sparks Casting Debate

Emerald Fennell's adaptation of "Wuthering Heights" premiered on February 13, 2026, amid intense criticism over its radical departures from the 1847 novel.The film stars Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, whose casting as Heathcliff has led to whitewashing accusations because of his white identity compared to the book's dark-skinned character.Critics like Kevin Maher awarded the production only two stars, citing unconvincing romance and shallow directorial choices like sadomasochistic elements and a modern soundtrack by Charli XCX.