Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi Are More Fun to Watch When They’re Weird
Recently, many romantic movies – whether funny or serious – have heavily promoted the obvious connection between their stars. Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney almost had everyone believing they were actually a couple, and Jessie Buckley famously described her co-star Paul Mescal in very passionate terms. Even though these relationships are almost always purely professional, the publicity surrounding the films often feels like advertisements for dating apps, suggesting viewers could find a similar connection. It’s therefore surprising to hear Margot Robbie describe how she and her friends reacted intensely to her co-star. She’s repeatedly had to clarify that a romantic moment in the film was inspired by something her co-star actually did. Both Robbie and her co-star are far more engaging and appealing when they showcase their individuality. Robbie shines when sharing stories about her nights out, and her co-star is at his best when discussing his creative work. If this adaptation of Wuthering Heights truly wants to evoke strong emotions, as its marketing suggests, it should embrace the story’s wildness and unpredictability and abandon traditional filmmaking approaches.
