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Wuthering Heights (1939) | How to Watch the Hollywood Gothic Romance | Classic Film Commentary

Wuthering Heights (1939) | How to Watch the Hollywood Gothic Romance | Classic Film Commentary

Released Friday, 6th February 2026
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Wuthering Heights (1939) | How to Watch the Hollywood Gothic Romance | Classic Film Commentary

Wuthering Heights (1939) | How to Watch the Hollywood Gothic Romance | Classic Film Commentary

Wuthering Heights (1939) | How to Watch the Hollywood Gothic Romance | Classic Film Commentary

Wuthering Heights (1939) | How to Watch the Hollywood Gothic Romance | Classic Film Commentary

Friday, 6th February 2026
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In this episode we explore the classic film in anticipation of the 2026 adaptation of Emily Bronte's Wuthering Heights.  

Topics covered include:

  • What are moors anyway?
  • Defining characteristics of gothic storytelling.
  • Behind-the-scenes stories in the making of the 1939 version of Wuthering Heights.
  • Jennifer's rating of this film.

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