Is it just me, or have you noticed an uptick in the trend of Hollywood saying a movie is inspired by a classic novel, but then completely changing the plotline? In today's episode, we're talking all about the 2026 movie adaptation of the beloved classic, Wuthering Heights, starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, and discussing why we should be offended by the way Hollywood takes such liberty with classic works.
While Hollywood seems to consistently negate the purpose of the works of classic authors, it's not the only thing they're targeting. They're going after the authors themselves. Join me for a passionate conversation all about why Hollywood is doing this, how it destroys the reputations of classical authors, especially the female ones, and why the longing and desperation in Wuthering Heights cannot be reduced merely to sexual tension.
Let's begin.
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