Wuthering Heights director explained decision to cast Jacob Elordi following 'white-washing' backlash

Wuthering Heights director Emerald Fennell revealed why she cast Jacob Elordi as Heathcliff, despite being accused of 'white-washing' the character.

‘Wuthering Heights' Director Emerald Fennell on Breaking With the Book to Cast Jacob Elordi as Heathcliff: "There Are So Many Different Takes"

Elordi and Margot Robbie, who star in the adaptation of Emily Brontë's classic, joined the 'Saltburn' filmmaker at the L.A. premiere on Wednesday.

First reactions to Wuthering Heights call Emerald Fennell's new movie "a scorching hot and twisted tale" and praise Jacob Elordi and Margot Robbie's chemistry

The first reactions are in for Emerald Fennell's new adaptation of Wuthering Heights after the movie's premiere in LA last night (January 28) – and they're overwhelmingly positive, praising the movie's visuals, craftsmanship, and the chemistry between its two leads.
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Jacob Elordi fans are divided after actor chews and spits gum into his mom’s hand at 'Wuthering Heights' red carpet premiere: Watch

Jacob Elordi fans are divided after the actor spit gum in his mom's hand at the 'Wuthering Heights' premiere.