Burton’s “Wednesday” Inspiration Born from His Passion for the Dark

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Burton’s “Wednesday” Inspiration Born from His Passion for the Dark

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Director Finds Redemption Tim Burton's highly anticipated comedy horror sequel has a special meaning for the acclaimed direct

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Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Director Finds Redemption

Tim Burton’s highly anticipated comedy horror sequel has a special meaning for the acclaimed director. Speaking at a press conference, Burton shared that the film was a re-energizing experience, helping him recover from feelings of disillusionment with the movie industry.

“I realised if I’m going to do anything again, I want to do it from my heart,” Burton said. “As you grow older, sometimes your life takes a bit of a turn – I lost myself a little bit. For me, this movie was a re-energizing, getting back to the things I love doing and the people I love doing it with. I got a little bit lost sometimes along the way.”

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The movie marks a return to the world of horror and comedy for Burton, who is no stranger to the genre. The 1988 film starred Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and Alec Baldwin. In the sequel, Keaton’s beloved character, the ‘bio-exorcist,’ returns to help the Deetz family close a portal to the afterlife.

At the press conference, the cast, which includes Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and newcomer Jenna Ortega, talked about the making of the film and the challenges of reprising their iconic roles. Burton praised his cast, saying, “I always feel grateful to the cast I have – almost always. I got scared by Jack Palance once – that’s pretty rare.”

In his tongue-in-cheek tone, Michael Keaton said, “It’s obvious my character has matured… As suave and sensitive as he was in the first, he’s even more so in this one. His general caring nature, his sense of social mores, his political correctness…” Ryder also expressed her enjoyment working on the project, mentioning that one of her favorite parts was “getting to stare into your eyes.”

Conversations about the film’s themes were just as revealing. Monica Bellucci talked about the portrayal of three generations of women in the Deetz family. She said, “They love each other, they support each other, even when they fight.”

The movie has a strong connection to Burton’s latest project, the Netflix series Wednesday. He praised working on the show, saying it helped re-energize him, stating, “Walking the Carpathian mountains in Romania does something to a person.” The world premiere is scheduled to take place at the Venice Film Festival tonight.

Conclusion

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice is not just a nostalgic reunion for fans but also a symbol of redemption for its director, Tim Burton. The film promises to offer an updated take on the beloved 1988 horror comedy.

FAQs

What is Beetlejuice Beetlejuice about?

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice is a comedy horror film about the return of the bio-exorcist Beetlejuice (Michael Keaton) to help the Deetz family close a portal to the afterlife.

Who is the cast for Beetlejuice Beetlejuice?

The film features an ensemble cast including Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, Jenna Ortega, Monica Bellucci, and Willem Dafoe, among others.

When will Beetlejuice Beetlejuice premiere?

The world premiere will take place at the Venice Film Festival, and the film is expected to roll out globally later this month.

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