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Wuthering Heights Hype

February 6, 2026

The new “Wuthering Heights” movie is now on general release. Critics say the drama about passion, violence and racism is marred by clichés and whitewashing. Gen Z asks, “Can Wuthering Heights change your life?”

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Image: Wuthering Heights Warner Bros. (2026)

 

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