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Charli XCX Unveils Haunting Track for Wuthering Heights Film

11/10/2025

Summary

Story summary

Charli XCX, the musician, released "House," a collaboration with John Cale, for Emerald Fennell's Wuthering Heights adaptation, described as elegant and brutal.
The track features dark, cinematic elements and a haunting video directed by Mitch Ryan.
Charli XCX has contributed multiple tracks to the film, which stars Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, and is set to premiere on February 14, 2026.
She is involved in several upcoming film projects, including The Moment.

History

Historical Context

The 1939 film "Wuthering Heights," directed by William Wyler and starring Laurence Olivier and Merle Oberon, adapted Emily Brontë's 1847 novel, earning eight Academy Award nominations. This adaptation, which altered key plot elements, reflects the lasting impact of Brontë's themes of love and tragedy, as evidenced by contemporary adaptations like Charli XCX's collaboration with John Cale, showcasing the novel's enduring cultural relevance.

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Story summary

Charli XCX, the musician, released "House," a collaboration with John Cale, for Emerald Fennell's Wuthering Heights adaptation, described as elegant and brutal.
The track features dark, cinematic elements and a haunting video directed by Mitch Ryan.
Charli XCX has contributed multiple tracks to the film, which stars Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, and is set to premiere on February 14, 2026.
She is involved in several upcoming film projects, including The Moment.

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