Stürmische Leidenschaft (1992)

Stürmische Leidenschaft: Directed by Peter Kosminsky. With Juliette Binoche, Ralph Fiennes, Janet McTeer, Sophie Ward. A man becomes obsessed with vengeance when his soul mate marries another man.

“I first happened across this movie on cable, and found myself absolutely captivated by Ralph Fienneu0026#39;s portrayal of Heathcliff. I can think of no better actor for the part, as Fiennes speaks volumes with his eyes alone, and magnificently portrays the tortured, twisted protagonist/antagonist. The rest of the lead cast is likewise brilliant, especially with regards to Juliette Binocheu0026#39;s endearing Catherine. The movie strays from Bronteu0026#39;s novel only on minor issues, and overall, performs in a manner worthy of the classic story.u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eThe sensitive and masterful score by Sakamoto is almost a character in itself. Listening to it without distraction, it is almost impossible not to absorb the desolate and haunting mood of the film. The choice of locale for the movie was absolutely perfect, capturing the metaphors represented by the two great houses and the stark English moor.u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eThis is definitely one of my favorite movies of all time, and one of the few occasions in which it may equal or even supercede the original novel. A must-see for fans of twisted period romances or anyone interested in pondering the roles of love and evil in the human soul.”