Margot Robbie says she makes films for audiences not critics, after ‘Wuthering Heights’ reviews

Margot Robbie said she makes films for audiences not critics while discussing ‘Wuthering Heights’ during an interview

Margot Robbie has opened up about her approach to filmmaking, making it clear that audience response matters far more to her than critical opinion. Speaking during an interview alongside her Wuthering Heights co star Jacob Elordi, the actor and producer shared a candid view of how she measures success when stepping onto a film set.

Robbie explained that her creative focus has always been on how viewers will feel in the cinema rather than how a finished project might be reviewed. She said she never finds herself wondering what critics will think of a scene or a performance, instead centring her attention on the emotional experience of the people who buy tickets. For Robbie, filmmaking is about connection and reaction, not approval from professional commentators.

The discussion was moderated by fellow Australian actor Joel Edgerton, who prompted Robbie to reflect on how her philosophy has shaped her career. As both a performer and a producer, she has often been involved in projects that divide opinion while still generating intense public conversation. Robbie acknowledged that strong reactions are not something she fears, especially when a film succeeds in making audiences feel something memorable.

Her comments arrive as Wuthering Heights, directed by Emerald Fennell, continues to spark debate among viewers. The film, which features Robbie and Elordi in the iconic roles of Cathy and Heathcliff, has drawn a wide range of responses since its release. Rather than seeing that division as a problem, Robbie appears to view it as proof that the film has landed emotionally with its audience.

Robbie also praised Fennell’s directing style, noting that the filmmaker prioritises emotional impact over clever ideas that may not resonate with viewers. She described Fennell as someone willing to abandon an interesting concept if another choice promises a stronger audience response. This shared outlook has helped define their ongoing creative partnership, with Robbie producing all of Fennell’s feature films to date.

The Barbie star’s stance contrasts with the anxiety many actors admit to feeling ahead of a release. While some performers dread public reaction, Robbie suggested that focusing on audience experience offers clarity during the creative process. By keeping viewers at the centre of every decision, she believes the work remains honest and purposeful.