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Fennell’s version does away with references to Heathcliff’s race, instead largely focusing on his tortured romance with Cathy (Margot Robbie).
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Fennell’s version does away with references to Heathcliff’s race instead largely focusing on his tortured romance with Cathy.
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News Article
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{
    "focus": "Tortured romance with Cathy",
    "director": "Emerald Fennell"
}
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Created
February 15, 2026 at 5:04 PM (3 months ago)
Last Updated
February 15, 2026 at 5:04 PM (3 months ago)

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https://nytimes.com/2026/02/13/movies/heathcliff-jacob-elordi-wuthering-heights-whitewashing.html

The article discusses the controversy surrounding Jacob Elordi's casting as Heathcliff in the new 'Wuthering Heights' film, focusing on accusations of whitewashing. It explores the novel's ambiguous descriptions of Heathcliff's race and the historical context of the book's themes. Scholars and experts weigh in on the interpretation of the character's identity.

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