Firstly, I have to commend the amazing actor Ralph Fiennes who did a great job for the portrayal of Heathcliff. His acting was brilliant, making the viewers create catharsis for the character, even when Heathcliff was 'Evil'. Juliette Binoche also played Catherine very well, depicting the characters childish manner and selfish embodiment. The supporting cast also assisted well to the two lead characters process.
But, there were problems that contributed to the movies downfall. The script was poorly put together and the continuity of the scenes were abhorrent. For example, as we see Catherine dying, we do not notice the supposed pregnancy bump. Even earlier in the movie, Catherine was suppose to be pregnant, but the viewers seem to be oblivious to its existence. Also, the movie moves on to briskly. The film also makes it challenging for non-readers of Wuthering Heights to comprehend the actions of Heathcliff and the years that so ardently pass by. And the make-up on the actors were horrid. There seemed to be no effort put forth to make Heathcliff or Nelly look older after the eighteen years.
There were too many errors in the film and too many problems of consistency. If you enjoy the dark romance of Heathcliff and Catherine then you will be sourly disappointed after watching this film. The actors prospered wonderfully, but the direction and screenplay was poorly done.
But, there were problems that contributed to the movies downfall. The script was poorly put together and the continuity of the scenes were abhorrent. For example, as we see Catherine dying, we do not notice the supposed pregnancy bump. Even earlier in the movie, Catherine was suppose to be pregnant, but the viewers seem to be oblivious to its existence. Also, the movie moves on to briskly. The film also makes it challenging for non-readers of Wuthering Heights to comprehend the actions of Heathcliff and the years that so ardently pass by. And the make-up on the actors were horrid. There seemed to be no effort put forth to make Heathcliff or Nelly look older after the eighteen years.
There were too many errors in the film and too many problems of consistency. If you enjoy the dark romance of Heathcliff and Catherine then you will be sourly disappointed after watching this film. The actors prospered wonderfully, but the direction and screenplay was poorly done.