Wuthering Heights 1939
“I am torn with Desire… tortured by hate!”
What is Wuthering Heights?
"Wuthering Heights" is a classic drama film that revolves around the lives of the Earnshaw family and their estate, Wuthering Heights. Young orphan Heathcliff is adopted by the Earnshaws and moves into their estate.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1939
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 104 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 7, 1939
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Samuel Goldwyn Productions
- Genres
- Drama, Romance
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Overview
"Wuthering Heights" is a classic drama film that revolves around the lives of the Earnshaw family and their estate, Wuthering Heights. Young orphan Heathcliff is adopted by the Earnshaws and moves into their estate. He forms a strong bond with his foster sister, Cathy, who shares a remarkable connection with him. However, Cathy eventually decides to marry Edgar Linton, a man of means, due to social pressures. This decision has a profound impact on Heathcliff, who vows to win Cathy back. The film explores the complex and often tumultuous relationship between Heathcliff and Cathy, set against the backdrop of the Earnshaw estate. The story delves into themes of love, class, and social convention, creating a rich and dramatic narrative.
Should you watch it?
“An orphan’s fierce love ignites a tragic battle of hearts across class lines.”
- faithful adaptation of Brontë’s novel
- atmospheric direction by William Wyler
- strong emotional performances
- bleak tone may feel heavy for some viewers
Watch it if you appreciate classic cinema that explores intense, doomed romance.
The film’s dark, psychological tragedy and mature themes suit adult audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
When was the film released?
The film was released in 1939.
Who directed the 1939 version?
It was directed by William Wyler.
What source material does the movie adapt?
It adapts Emily Brontë’s novel Wuthering Heights.
Has the film received any notable recognitions?
It is listed on the American Film Institute’s Top 100 movies.
What is the overall tone of the film?
The film is noted for its somber, psychological tragedy.