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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'Wuthering Heights' Casting Director Defends Margot Robbie & Jacob Elordi Controversy: "It's Just A Book"
English author Emily Brontë published Wuthering Heights in November 1847, and the intense novel remains a cultural phenomenon over 177 years later. It's been adapted numerous times across film, TV, radio, and even music, but now, the latest re-imagination of Brontë's work has sparked some controversy. Wuthering Heights, a movie directed by Emerald Fennell and inspired by Brontë's iconic novel, is set to debut in early 2026. However, many have taken issue with the leading roles being given to Margot Robbie, best known for her performances in Barbie and The Wolf of Wall Street, and the Priscilla star Jacob Elordi. Brontë's Wuthering Heights takes place in the late 18th century in remote Yorkshire and centers on the relationship between Catherine Earnshaw and Heathcliff, who is an orphan. In the book, Heathcliff is also portrayed as having dark skin, hair, and eyes, which is why readers suspected he was of Roman or "Gypsy" descent. This would help explain the prejudice that Heathcliff faces throughout the story. So, critics have suggested that Jacob Elordi wasn't the right choice to depict Heathcliff, given his ethnicity. Moreover, he and Margot Robbie, who are 27 and 34 years old, respectively, have both come under fire due to their ages, since the main characters are in their early twenties for most of the book. Casting director Kharmel Cochrane responded to the backlash at the Sands film festival in Scotland, claiming there was "no need to be accurate" since the material inspiring Emerald Fennell's newest film adaptation is "just a book," according to Deadline. This statement seemingly struck a nerve with numerous literary lovers, as a recent Reddit thread regarding Kharmel's response sparked a lot of outrage and called into question the respect Brontë's novel was being afforded. "It sounds like she [Kharmel] has lots of respect for the material and isn't just doing it for money," sarcastically commented one Redditor. "What was the point of adapting it if they weren't gonna actually adapt it accurately?" asked another, "They'll probably change entire plot points to make it unrecognizable." "The casting decision is one thing, but that dismissive attitude makes me angry. I won't be watching, considering it's 'just a film,'" added a third. Now, Emerald Fennell's adaptation of Wuthering Heights isn't the first to ignore character traits laid out by Brontë in the original book. In fact, Heathcliff has previously been played by actors such as Ralph Fiennes, Tom Hardy, and Timothy Dalton. Still, the rest of Kharmel's remarks from the Sands film festival have left a sour taste in many people's mouths. "There was one Instagram comment that said the casting director should be shot. But just wait until you see it, and then you can decide whether you want to shoot me or not. But you really don't need to be accurate. It's just a book. That is not based on real life. It's all art," she stated. "There's definitely going to be some English Lit fans that are not going to be happy. Wait until you see the set design, because that is even more shocking. And there may or may not be a dog collar in it." According to , the film will be released on February 13, 2026. How well it's received by audiences in the wake of such casting controversy remains to be seen. Looking for more , , and news? Follow us on so you never miss a thing!
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
You star Madeline Brewer claps back at nasty trolls who compared her to a GOBLIN: 'I'm not ugly'
Starring in one of Netflix 's most popular shows meant Madeline Brewer gained immense attention in recent months - both good and bad. The 33-year-old joined the final season of the show You as Brontë, the women who plays a crucial role in bringing down serial killer Joe Goldberg. But the actress has now admitted that she got hit with a wave of insulting comments after the beloved series premiered last month. And she admitted that the hate wasn't geared at her performance on the series but rather, her appearance. During a recent interview with People, she admitted that fans of the show were calling her 'ugly' online, as she clapped back at the nasty trolls. 'I didn't expect people to like Brontë,' she admitted. 'But I also didn't expect people to call me ugly. Because I'm not.' She went on to describe her shock at receiving the negative comments considering that a majority of the viewership seemed to be women. 'I thought the show's fanbase was mostly young women,' she continued. 'I never anticipated the amount of misogyny that would be fired at me.' Brewer, who describes herself as a longtime fan of the show, said she believed the backlash likely came from people not wanting to see their 'hero' (referring to Joe, the murderous antagonist of the show) taken down - especially not by a woman. 'It especially pisses them off that it was a woman. A new woman. A woman they might not find attractive,' she said. 'So they get on their phones and comment on my pictures like, "You look like a goblin." And I'm just like… girl, lighten up. I'm not ugly.' The hate hit a nerve for Brewer, who said she was bullied growing up so she found some of the particularly mean comments 'triggering.' But she added that therapy and age had changed her perspective on how she deals with hate. 'If this had happened when I was 25, I would have crumbled,' she admitted. 'Now that I'm in my 30s? I don't give a f**k.' That confidence doesn't come from just anywhere. She explained that while some comments triggered her, therapy and being in her 30s really saved her from caring about what other people had to say about her Brewer said her biggest source of reassurance is her fiancé, cinematographer Jack Thompson-Roylance. 'He just thinks the sun shines out of my butt,' she shared. 'He thinks I'm the most beautiful woman in the whole world. 'His is the only opinion that really matters to me.' Brewer went on to say that the trolls can do what they want. She explained that criticism essentially comes with the territory when you become an actor. 'As long as they're doing it to me and not someone who can't handle it - bring it on,' she concluded.
Buzz Feed
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Madeline Brewer Calls Out You Fans Who Called Her Ugly
Back in April, the fifth and final season of the hit Netflix series You finally hit our screens, and viewers were introduced to a brand new central character called Louise 'Brontë' Flannery, played by Madeline Brewer. Brontë ended up being the person to bring down protagonist Joe Goldberg once and for all, but unfortunately, a lot of viewers did not take kindly to the character. In fact, Madeline ended up being cruelly trolled by fans of the show on social media, with the star even hitting back at some of the negative comments that were left on her account. When one You fan claimed that she 'cannot act,' Madeline cooly replied: 'I've literally been nominated for an Emmy.'Madeline was also targeted for her looks, with one troll writing: 'You ruined season 5 with your looks,' to which Madeline said, 'no I didn't.' When somebody else made fun of her chin, the star quipped: 'I do have great bone structure! thank you.' Madeline ended up addressing these nasty comments during an interview with L'Officiel, where she said: 'If you don't like my character, I don't care — but you don't need to call me ugly." And the actor has opened up some more about how she was treated in a new interview with People, where she admitted that she was 'a little' surprised by how her character was received by the You fandom. 'I'll be honest, I didn't expect people to like Brontë, but I didn't expect them to call me ugly, because I'm not,' Madeline told the publication. "I get that I'm not everybody's cup of tea, but I'm not ugly.' "I had thought that the largest fan base of this show is women, young women, and I never anticipated the amount of misogyny to be fired at me,' she continued. Madeline then shared her theory that You fans turned on her as an actor in retaliation for Brontë explicitly exposing Joe Goldberg's misogyny. She said: 'That deconstruction of their hero, it makes them upset.' 'They can't help but get on their cell phones and comment on my pictures and go: 'Oh, you're so ugly. You look like a goblin,'" she said. "And I'm like: 'Girl, lighten up. I'm not ugly.'"While Madeline is thankfully able to brush off the nasty insults about her appearance now, she did admit that she 'would have crumbled' if the backlash had happened 'at an earlier time' in her life. 'Being in my 30s, I don't care. I knew I could handle it,' she explained. Needless to say, I couldn't be happier to hear that Madeline has risen above the cruel internet trolls — let me know what you think of her latest quotes in the comments below!
Wales Online
25-05-2025
- Wales Online
Ten most affordable staycation destinations for summer
Ten most affordable staycation destinations for summer The picturesque village of Haworth in West Yorkshire tops the list A staycation holiday operator has revealed the 10 most affordable staycation destinations for summer, with the picturesque village of Haworth in West Yorkshire topping the list. The new ranking from Sykes Holiday Cottages is based on an analysis of the average weekly price of a week's holiday in all UK locations this summer (June-August). Haworth is famed for its Brontë heritage and cobbled charm, with stays averaging just £668 per week for a family of four over summer or just £24 per person, per night. Close behind is the little-known north east town of Wooler, a gateway to the Northumberland National Park and Cheviot Hills, with a week in summer setting you back £680, on average. This is followed by the North Yorkshire market town of Skipton, often dubbed the 'Gateway to the Dales' (£710 a week), and Liskeard in Cornwall (£722), with another picturesque North Yorkshire town, Pickering (£733), rounding out the top five. Top 10 most affordable summer staycation locations (Average price for a two-bedroom cottage, June–August 2025) Haworth, Bradford – £668 - £24 per person, per night Wooler, Northumberland – £680 - £24PPN Skipton, North Yorkshire – £710 - £25 PPN Liskeard, Cornwall – £722 - £26 PPN Pickering, North Yorkshire – £733 - £26 PPN Carnforth, Lancashire – £740 - £26 PPN Mundesley, Norfolk – £741 - £26 PPN Buxton, Derbyshire – £748 - £27 PPN Caernarfon, Gwynedd – £752 - £27 PPN Ludlow, Shropshire – £761 - £27PPN Teddy Bear Cottage – Haworth, West Yorkshire Sleeps: Four Price: Seven nights from £355 (£13pppn) Offering a blend of traditional character and modern comfort, this cosy retreat features exposed beams, a stone fireplace and a well-equipped kitchen, making it the perfect family escape. Just a short walk from the Brontë Parsonage Museum and the village's historic streets, the cottage is ideally placed for exploring Haworth's literary heritage. The surrounding Yorkshire Dales also offer walking and cycling opportunities. Bridge End Bothy – Wooler, Northumberland Sleeps: Two Price: Seven nights from £425 (£15pppn) This home-from-home combines traditional character with modern comforts. Inside, the lounge boasts exposed beams, reclaimed wooden floors, and a woodburning stove which is tucked away into an inglenook fireplace. Well placed for exploring Northumberland National Park, scenic coastal walks, and nearby castles, it's an ideal base for couples or small families looking for a peaceful countryside stay. No. 4 Embsay – Skipton, North Yorkshire Sleeps: Two Price: Seven nights from £408 (£14.60pppn) Thoughtfully styled with a warm, homely feel, this mid-terrace retreat combines classic features - like a wood-burning stove - with contemporary touches and elegant interiors. With two comfortable bedrooms and scenic views towards the Skipton Dales, it's an ideal base for families. Bolton Abbey Steam Railway is close by and the cottage offers easy access to the Yorkshire Dales, peaceful walks and cosy village pubs. Elvan Cottage – Liskeard, Cornwall Sleeps: Two Price: Seven nights from £611 (£22pppn) Combining rustic features like exposed stone walls and vaulted ceilings with bright, stylish interiors, this semi-detached cottage offers a relaxed open-plan living space and two comfortable bedrooms. Guests can relax on the private terrace or enjoy the communal garden with a hot tub, bar and barbecue area. Just 1.5 miles from Liskeard, the cottage is ideally placed to explore Cornwall's countryside and coast. Hogwarts Cottage – Pickering, North Yorkshire Sleeps: Two Article continues below Price: Seven nights from £340 (£12pppn) Set opposite the North Yorkshire Moors Steam Railway, it's great for train lovers and families alike. The cosy interiors include a sitting room with a gas fire, a dining area, and a modern galley kitchen, plus two comfortable bedrooms. With shops, pubs and the moors on your doorstep, it's an ideal base for exploring the beauty and heritage of North Yorkshire.
The Guardian
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
TV tonight: a fun reboot of early 00s reality show Faking It
9pm, Channel 5The first run of this reality show in the early 00s was underpinned by a sense that the participants were learning not just a new trade but a new outlook. There's less emphasis on that aspect in this revival, but it's fun anyway. We begin with Rex, a luxury estate agent from Surrey who is going to Bolton ('It's a town up north somewhere' apparently) to become a market trader. Given his floppy hair, dainty shoes and adoption of the least convincing northern accent since Daphne in Frasier, he has his work cut out. Phil Harrison 9pm, BBC OneA heavily pregnant Aisling Bea digs into her roots before bringing a new branch into the world. Tracing her lineage through County Laois to the remote Blasket Islands, she discovers strong women and Irish rebels: from a formidable, widowed farmer expanding her land to a great-grandfather who defied British rule. Ali Catterall 9pm, ITV1A deep dive into the infected blood scandal centred on the Lord Mayor Treloar School and Hospital in Hampshire. Through the 1970s and 80s, hundreds of young haemophiliacs were given Factor VIII, a drug intended to cure their condition but that was, in fact, an effective death sentence. A grim insight into one of the worst disasters in the history of the NHS. PH 9pm, Sky MaxA series of delightful working holidays for Big Zuu and his rapper cousin AJ Tracey, as the pair travel the world sampling some of its most expensive dining experiences. They begin in Korea, enjoying a wagyu-heavy barbecue and cooking for Korean royalty. 'I'm a little bit worried about Zuu's behaviour,' confesses AJ, primly. 'He's very loud.' PH 9pm, Sky ArtsAs a childhood 'misfit', and one of the few Asian girls in her Bradford school, Anita Rani was as inspired by the Brontë sisters as Nirvana and Neneh Cherry. In this passionate film, she visits Brontë country to discover why their stories were so disruptive. Hollie Richardson 9pm, Sky WitnessGive this reboot marks for ingenuity: undercover lawyer Kathy Bates only uses the name 'Matlock' because her wily character is a fan of the old TV show. But as season one wraps up, Mattie's covert opioid investigation has been revealed, upsetting her steely colleague Olympia (Skye P Marshall). Can they still work together? Graeme Virtue Catching Fire: The Story of Anita Pallenberg (Alexis Bloom and Svetlana Till, 2023), 10pm, Sky Arts Interspersed with words taken from her own unpublished memoir and a trove of home movie footage, Alexis Bloom and Svetlana Zill's candid documentary gets as close to the 'bohemian rock chick' Anita Pallenberg as we're probably going to get. She blazed a trail from impoverished Italian aristocracy to feted New York model to lover of three Rolling Stones, retaining her independent spirit through fame, hard drugs and motherhood, mesmerising everyone she met. Simon Wardell
