Margot Robbie delivers a powerful performance filled with emotional turbulence in the newly released film Wuthering Heights, which premiered this year. Starring alongside Jacob Elordi, Robbie embraces her role that demands a rollercoaster of feelings, revealing the depth of her Margot Robbie emotional swings throughout the movie.
The Emotional Depth Behind the Role
The 35-year-old actress shares that her character experiences a profound emotional journey, crying in nearly every scene. The film, inspired loosely by Emily Bronte’s classic 1847 novel, pushes the cast to navigate intense moods constantly. Margot explained that though the romantic moments might appear especially demanding, they required no different preparation than other scenes.
My character essentially cries in every single scene, but no, it was a joy. I loved playing a character who kind of swings from one wild emotion to the other in an instant.
— Margot Robbie, Actress
Filmmaker’s Approach to Creating a Supportive Environment
Written and directed by Emerald Fennell, who also directed Jacob Elordi in the 2023 film Saltburn, the production prioritized creating a safe and trusting space, especially during intimate scenes. Fennell emphasized the importance of comfort and mutual respect among the cast and crew to ensure a natural and emotionally authentic portrayal.
It’s always just about making sure everyone feels super comfortable and we all are, really. We trust each other and so we try to kind of make it funny and laugh everything off. But love scenes are just the same as any other scene, really. And so we just approach it from an emotional point of view.
— Emerald Fennell, Writer and Director
Emerald also praised Margot’s professionalism and generosity on set, highlighting her multifaceted role as a mother, producer, and actress.
She’s a mother, she’s a producer, she’s an unbelievably talented actress and she also always has time to be generous to the people around her. And so she’s the best.
— Emerald Fennell, Writer and Director
The Chemistry and Praise from Co-stars
Margot Robbie’s talent and vibrant presence have earned respect from her co-stars, including Colin Farrell, with whom she worked on the 2025 romantic fantasy film A Big Bold Beautiful Journey. Farrell emphasized her reputation in the industry for being both an exceptional performer and a genuinely kind collaborator.
You hear things through the years, ’cause as you know yourself, it’s a fairly small industry. So I met people through the years that worked with Margot … and they all, [men and women], said how extraordinary she was. Not just it’s obvious that she’s an incredible actress, but how kind and fun and ‘one of the team’ she is. Which is always a turn-on for me. … Straight up!
— Colin Farrell, Actor
In return, Margot expressed admiration for Farrell, reaffirming the mutual respect shared between them during their time working together.
Everyone talks about what a great guy he is — obviously I know he’s talented and all that…
— Margot Robbie, Actress
Looking Ahead: The Impact of Margot Robbie’s Role
Wuthering Heights offers audiences a glimpse of Margot Robbie’s range as she navigates a role marked by dramatic shifts in emotion, reinforcing her reputation as a resilient and passionate actress. With Emerald Fennell’s trusted directorial style ensuring a respectful production atmosphere and strong chemistry among the cast, this film is poised to resonate deeply with viewers. The intense emotional experiences portrayed reflect both the timeless nature of Bronte’s story and the modern dedication by all involved to authenticity and emotional truth in storytelling.
