Review of Wuthering Heights (2011) by Catherine C — 10 Nov 2011

Fan of the classic version. Not this adaptation .

This review of Wuthering Heights (2011) was written by Catherine C on 10 Nov 2011.

Wuthering Heights has generally received mixed reviews.

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