The life of a movie trailer

Screen Rant includes Wuthering Heights 2026 on a list of '10 Deeply Controversial Movie Trailers That Caused A Stir'.

Wuthering Heights (2026)
Emerald Fennell’s upcoming adaptation of Emily Brontë's 1847 novel Wuthering Heights is sure to be one of the most divisive movies of 2026, as even its trailer has caused quite a stir. With Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi cast as Catherine and Heathcliff, respectively, viewers quickly pointed out that Robbie was too old and Elordi was too white to play the characters.
Everything from the use of modern music like Charli XCX to its overly sexual tone drew criticism, as those who hold the book near and dear to their hearts fear this adaptation is missing the point. Yet, it’s impossible to judge a film by its trailer alone, and time will tell if Wuthering Heights can overcome these issues. (Stephen Holland)

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Not everyone agrees, though. Some viewers have pointed out that sharp jaws, plump lips, or smooth skin can be natural, and people really did look like that 200 years ago.

iPhone face isn’t just a problem for House of Guinness. People have also slammed the upcoming Wuthering Heights adaptation starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, as well as other period dramas like Bridgerton, for featuring actors whose modern, Instagram-ready looks clash with historical settings.

Well, iPhone face or not, the actors actually look too good to be true. (Suchismita Ghosh)

The Heights generously offers 'How To Adapt a Film 101':

Granted, only the trailer is out, but the new Wuthering Heights appears to be full of pitfalls. From the glimpses of cinematography, backed by Charli XCX’s music, it seems to resemble Fifty Shades of Grey more than Emily Brontë’s charming novel. The author’s intent appears to have been lost in this sultry new spectacle. Nonetheless, a full analysis and critique cannot be given until the film is in theaters. (Morgan Vasiliauskas)

Our own How To Adapt a Film 101 would be more basic: just take your vision and get on with it. 

FandomWire likens the backlash Jacob Elordi is getting for his Heathcliff to Rachel Zegler's as Snow White.