04/05/2025

ON SUNDAY MAY 4, 2025 theSunday Special VII

Bookworms get ready to see Wuthering Heights on screen

1939 Film: This version, directed by William Wyler, is considered a clas sic adaptation and is notable for its cinematography and performances. It won an Academy Award for Best Cinematography and was nominated for Best Picture. 1992 Film: This adaptation, directed by Peter Kosminsky, features Ralph Fiennes as Heathcliff and Juliette Binoche as Catherine. It’s known for including the second-generation story, which is often omitted in other adaptations. 2009 TV Miniseries: This ITV adapta tion, directed by Coky Giedroyc, stars Tom Hardy and Charlotte Riley. 2011 Film: Andrea Arnold’s adaptation features Kaya Scodelario as Catherine and James Howson as Heathcliff. Wuthering Heights has seen multiple screen adaptations

BY FARRAH AFRIENA

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to see Wuthering Heights on screen with an open heart.

Robbie as the main female lead donning a white sparkly dress with a blonde lock that sparked interaction among fans on the internet.