Film Review

‘Wuthering Heights’: Disgracing a Classic

At two hours long, it’s a boring, turgid watch that scoffs at tradition and feels a lot longer than it is. Emily Brontë is definitely rolling in her grave.
‘Wuthering Heights’: Disgracing a Classic
Heathcliff (Jacob Elordi) and Cathy (Margot Robbie) are tortured lovers, in "Wuthering Heights." Warner Bros. Pictures
Mark Jackson
Mark Jackson
Film Critic
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R | 2h 16m | Romance, Drama | 2026

One of 2026’s most highly anticipated films, Emerald Fennell’s “Wuthering Heights,” starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, released on Valentine’s Day weekend.

Mark Jackson
Mark Jackson
Film Critic
Mark Jackson is the senior film critic for The Epoch Times and a Rotten Tomatoes-approved critic. Mark earned a bachelor's degree in philosophy from Williams College, followed by classical theater conservatory training, and has 20 years' experience as a New York professional actor. He narrated The Epoch Times audiobook "How the Specter of Communism Is Ruling Our World," available on iTunes, Audible, and YouTube. Mark is featured in the book "How to Be a Film Critic in Five Easy Lessons" by Christopher K. Brooks. In addition to films, he enjoys Harley-Davidsons, rock-climbing, qigong, martial arts, and human rights activism.
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