"Wuthering Heights" is a daring reimagining of Emily Brontë's classic novel, brought to life by the multifaceted Emerald Fennell (Promising Young Woman, Saltburn) The film stars Jacob Elordi, who takes on the brooding role of Heathcliff, and Margot Robbie, portraying the passionate and tempestuous Cathy. Produced by Robbie's own LuckyChap Entertainment alongside MRC and Lie Still, this adaptation ventures beyond mere retelling, presenting a fresh and dark interpretation of the iconic tale.

Released in cinemas by Warner Bros. Pictures on February 13th, the movie debuted successfully, grossing an impressive $37.5 million over the Valentine's Day weekend and ultimately surpassing $242 million worldwide against a budget of $80 million. Critics were less enthusiastic, offering it a 57% on the Tomatometer, while moviegoers seemed to resonate more with its allure, granting it a sturdy 76% on the Popcornmeter. 

"Wuthering Heights" (rated R; 135 minutes) is now available for purchase in stunning 4K UHD™ ^[*], Blu-ray™ ^[*], and DVD ^[*], accessible through both online and physical retailers. It is already available for digital purchase on platforms such as Amazon Prime Video ^[*] and Apple TV, among others. The release comes packed with special features, including a commentary by director Emerald Fennell and three featurettes titled Threads of Desire, The Legacy of Love and Madness, and Building a Fever Dream.

As of May 1st, "Wuthering Heights" is streaming exclusively on HBO Max.

Emily Brontë's haunting Gothic tale is often misconstrued as a romantic novel, and while some readers might passionately argue otherwise, it's far more complex and darker than mere romance. As I settled in to watch the new adaptation, it struck me that the majority of the audience was likely female, yet I found myself among a handful of men who, intrigued by the novel's legacy, sought to immerse ourselves in this reinterpretation. What surprised me most was the realization that I had read the book in my childhood. The details were a blur, but the story had left an indelible mark on my memory. 

♰ Welcome to The Midnight Horror! ♰

Here I am, a bit tardy again—no excuses, at least none I’ll readily admit to. I've squandered enough time already, so let’s venture into today’s review of a low-budget horror flick: The Hexecutioners. This 2015 Canadian production, directed by the audacious Jesse Thomas Cook and penned by Tony Burgess, boasts a cast including Liv Collins, Sarah Power, Timothy Burd, Ari Millen, Barry Flatman, Walter Borden, Boyd Banks, and, of course, Burgess himself as Milo Somborac. Unlike the other Midnight Horrors I’ve dissected this month, The Hexecutioners has been whispered about in hushed tones by horror aficionados over the years, so naturally, I felt compelled to investigate.

Picture this: three years have passed since the government casually waved through Proposition 17—a bill that greenlights assisted suicides in private medical establishments. Our protagonist, a financially-strapped twenty-something named Madison McCourt (Liv Collins), stumbles into a job at a leading private euthanasia clinic dubbed Life Source Closures. Talk about a way to pay the bills! She’s tasked with shadowing Olivia Bletcher (performed with gravitas by Sarah Power), one of the clinic’s seasoned death administrators. They’re dispatched to a desolate estate to meet their latest terminal client, Milo Somborac (Tony Burgess). Amidst a ritual where they read from the Tibetan Book of the Dead—decent bedtime reading, right?—they inadvertently awaken the vengeful spirits of a Death Cult that once roamed the premises. And just like that, the evening takes a sharp turn into nightmare territory, proving that Milton's "death is the end" may not be quite so absolute.

I stumbled upon The Bog's Wife by Kay Chronister late one night while aimlessly scrolling through the internet for upcoming book releases, and I felt an immediate, almost magnetic pull to its cover. There’s a peculiar allure in that art—gothic, haunting, and oddly romantic in a way that sends shivers down your spine. Or maybe I’m just a bit off-kilter. Then again, beautiful cover art doesn’t always guarantee a stellar read. Naturally, I read the blurb before snagging an ARC for paperback edition, and I found myself even more intrigued. Buckle up; let’s delve into this chilling plot.

The Haddesley family has tended their cranberry bog for generations, a legacy intertwined with an unusual and grim covenant: in exchange for the bog’s bounty, they must annually sacrifice their patriarch. This ritual ensures the creation of a “bog-wife,” a living embodiment of the vegetation who carries on the family line. But when the bog suddenly stops honoring its part of the deal, the siblings find themselves grappling with the weight of their mysterious lineage amidst the backdrop of their mother’s unexplained disappearance years prior.

Enter middle child Wenna, called back to the crumbling family manor as her own marriage teeters on the brink. She’s convinced that it’s high time for the Haddesleys to cut their losses and leave the bog behind. But her siblings aren’t as quick to let go. The eldest, Eda, takes on the self-appointed role of family leader, determined to “fix” things through desecration. Meanwhile, younger brother Percy retreats into the depths of the wilderness, chasing his own twisted variant of a bog-wife. And as their youngest sister, Nora, struggles to mend the fraying ties between her combative siblings, fledgling patriarch Charlie uncovers a secret that threatens to unravel everything they thought they understood about their family.

♰ Welcome to The Midnight Horror! ♰

Ah, vampires—the creatures who tantalize the night with their sultry bite—where seduction lurks as closely as shadows.

Like a kid in a candy store, I indulged in horror ever since my formative years in the ’80s, but as the clock ticked toward the last decade, my enthusiasm steadily waned. What caused this unfortunate decline? Well, you see, a barrage of subpar, derivative dreck—not just the usual Hollywood flops, but also those overhyped gems that so-called horror aficionados shout about from the rooftops. My disappointment grew to the point where I could no longer trust anyone else's recommendations. Now, as October 2025 rolls around, it’s time for a grand return to The Midnight Horror. For 31 straight nights, I’m diving headfirst into a deliciously deranged journey of blood-curdling chills and twisted thrills.

Tonight, I sank my fangs into Kiss of the Damned, a titillating 2012 vampiric flick from director Xan Cassavetes—the daughter of the iconic John Cassavetes and the legendary Gena Rowlands. True, horror enthusiasts might have long buried their fangs into this one, but for me, it was a fresh taste. While I wasn't expecting anything resembling cinematic gold from a MAGNET title, a part of me was praying for at least 90 minutes of entertainment. After all, when vampires and sex are in the mix, blood should fly—pun entirely intended.

Daphne du Maurier (1907-1989), where have you been all my life? That’s a question I've pondered after diving into her Gothic romance, Rebecca, in 2020, shortly following my viewing of the Netflix remake. Just a side note, though: I’m firmly in the camp that prefers Alfred Hitchcock’s brilliant 1940 adaptation. But I digress.

In a serendipitous twist, I found myself collecting various older editions of Rebecca and other du Maurier works, and I can confidently say she has skyrocketed to my top ten authors list, nestled comfortably alongside Shirley Jackson. Mark your calendars for September 30th, folks! That’s when Scribner is set to release a fresh edition of du Maurier's previously published short stories. I can already hear the naysayers grumbling about the estate milking its deceased author’s works. But honestly, I see it differently. Reviving these classic texts, with the family’s blessing, opens them up for a new generation of readers. If it weren't for the remake tie-in edition, I might never have discovered Rebecca in the first place. So please, keep those reprints coming, publishers!

Daphne du Maurier is best known for Rebecca, hailed as “one of the most influential novels of the 20th century” by Sarah Waters, and the basis for Hitchcock’s iconic film. More than thirty-five years after her passing, her Gothic brilliance and piercing psychological insights continue to resonate with contemporary authors, such as Ottessa Moshfegh, Maggie O’Farrell, Lucy Foley, Gillian Flynn, Jennifer Egan, and even the father-and-son horror aficionados like Stephen King and Joe Hill. Speaking of which, if you’re a King fan, you’re in for a real treat—with a glowing introduction to After Midnight, where he shares his appreciation for du Maurier’s work.