Margot Robbie Dances Wildly to ‘Wuthering Heights’ by Kate Bush on the Moors and Fans Can’t Look Away
Margot Robbie brought a blast from the past to the Yorkshire moors while filming Wuthering Heights, recreating the iconic dance from Kate Bush’s 1978 music video. A video of Robbie performing the full routine, from the dramatic walk to the balletic kicks, was shared on Instagram by Channel 10 entertainment editor Angela Bishop. The footage was originally recorded by the film’s dialect coach, William Conacher.
Robbie, dressed in a striking red Cathy-style dress, followed every move of Bush’s original choreography while mouthing along to the lyrics. Co-star Jacob Elordi confirmed her familiarity with the dance in a recent interview with Bishop, saying, “It’s incredible to watch. [She’s] in this red Cathy dress – an incredible image.” Elordi even mentioned he had 16-millimeter footage of her performance.
Robbie explained how the dance came to life on set: “On the last day, we’d blast Kate Bush’s Wuthering Heights. We were standing on cliffs, the moors in Yorkshire. And we’d all just start dancing with the crew. I do know the dance.” When Bishop asked if they would release the footage, Robbie teased, “one day, we’ll see.”
The song itself has been central to Robbie’s process. In an interview with UK magazine Attitude, she said, “You can’t make Wuthering Heights without listening to [the song].” She added that Bush is “the soundtrack to [her] life.” The legendary track, written and performed by Bush when she was just 18, quickly became a UK number one hit and remains iconic for its high-pitched vocals and ghostly imagery. The music video has inspired countless tributes, including the annual event The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever, where fans recreate Bush’s eccentric choreography.
Wuthering Heights has already made a splash at the box office. According to Deadline, the film grossed over $117 million globally in its first five days, topping the Australian box office with a $6.07 million opening weekend. Part of this success has been attributed to Robbie and Elordi’s “home field advantage,” as both actors are Australian.
Critics have been divided on the film itself, with some praising Emerald Fennell’s bold reinterpretation of Emily Brontë’s classic novel, while others felt it fell short of expectations. Some even used lyrics from Bush’s song – like “too hot, too greedy” – to playfully critique the movie. Despite mixed reviews, the combination of Robbie’s performance, Bush’s haunting track, and the dramatic moorland visuals has captured the attention of audiences worldwide.
Fans of both Robbie and Bush are already buzzing online about the reenactment, celebrating the actress’s dedication to honoring one of music’s most unforgettable performances while promoting a modern cinematic take on a literary classic.
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