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I loved this movie. I wasn't sure I would, but I did. This story begins differently than the book. There is no stranger that comes to the door, and who learns about Cathy & Heathcliff's story, and the kidnapping of Cathy's child comes much later. However, what the movie might lack in continuity, it more than makes up for it with romance.
Tom Hardy is an excellent Heathcliff and Charlotte Riley have tremendous chemistry. He is sexy as hell and she is downright gorgeous. The romance between them feels real, as does Heathcliff's torment.
The story moves along at a brisk pace and the story never has a dull moment.
Heathcliff's hair is somewhat of an issue, but other than that, I find no fault with the movie. It might not appeal to die hard Wuthering Heights fans who may find this movie a little more light hearted than the usual dark fare, but I loved it.
I found myself drawn in from the opening credits, and riveted till the end.
Other than the Lawrence Oliver version, which also strayed a bit from the book, I thought this was one of the best versions ever and was a beautiful, moving film that will satisfy any true romantics fantasies.
score 10/10
flowergirlz_us-1 19 January 2009
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