‘Wuthering Heights’ Tops Box Office but Raises Questions About Hollywood’s Priorities

Warner Bros.’ latest gamble, Emerald Fennell’s reimagining of “Wuthering Heights,” pulled in $34.8 million over its opening weekend, marking the studio’s ninth consecutive No. 1 debut. But beneath the numbers lies a story of Hollywood chasing fleeting trends while risking national cultural capital and economic soundness. Is Hollywood Sacrificing Substance for Spectacle? The romantic drama attracted a largely female audience—about 76% according to PostTrak polling—leveraging star power with Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi to secure strong ticket sales despite mixed critical reception. At only 63% positive on Rotten Tomatoes and an underwhelming B CinemaScore from viewers, one must ask: is...