Review of Wuthering Heights (2011) by Kevin C — 01 Jun 2012

Tactile and sensual. Not sure if she overdoes it with the nature shots though. And why no Kate Bush over the end credits!?

This review of Wuthering Heights (2011) was written by Kevin C on 01 Jun 2012.

Wuthering Heights has generally received mixed reviews.

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