Key Takeaways:
– Empire Magazine reveals Michael Keaton’s new image in the highly anticipated sequel, Beetlejuice 2
– Keaton opens up about reconnecting with his iconic role and shares his unique approach to revisiting Beetlejuice.
– Alfred Gough and Miles Millar have written the screenplay for this sequel, which is produced by Brad Pitt’s Plan B.
– The movie cast includes the return of Winona Ryder and Catherine O’Hara amongst other star-studded appearances.
– Cast members express their awe and admiration for Keaton’s transformation back into Beetlejuice.
The long-awaited sequel to Tim Burton’s 1988 classic, Beetlejuice, is approaching its theatre release date on September 6th. This excitement has recently been amplified with the unveiling of a new image of Michael Keaton as the title character by Empire Magazine.
Revisiting “the Ghost with the Most”
Sprucing up the anticipation for the sequel, Empire magazine not only shared this iconic new image but also interesting quotes from Keaton about stepping back into the character after decades. He expressed having to overlook all the Beetlejuice merchandise accumulated over the years which he found a bit outlandish. He shared his approach saying, “What was my unusual imagination even thinking about when I was developing it in the first place?’”. Keaton was determined to dive into the essence of the character he initially developed, rather than be influenced by its commercial representations.
The Making of Beetlejuice 2
The journey of this sequel’s making has been a winding one. The attempt to create a sequel started in 1990 with writer Jonathan Gems working on a script titled “Beetlejuice Goes Hawaiian.” Multiple script revision offers were made to notable figures such as Daniel Waters, Pamela Norris, and Kevin Smith. It was not until 2011 when Seth Grahame-Smith was hired to write and produce a new version of the sequel. Later on, in 2017, this script was further reworked by Mike Vukadinovich. Finally, the screenplay was entrusted to Alfred Gough and Miles Millar, the co-creators and co-showrunners of Wednesday. The production was taken up by Brad Pitt’s Plan B and filming took place in various locations including London, Vermont, and Massachusetts.
Returning Cast and New Additions
In addition to Keaton reprising his role, the sequel will see Winona Ryder returning as Lydia Deetz and Catherine O’Hara reprising her role as Lydia’s stepmother Delia. New members joining the Beetlejuice family include Jenna Ortega as Lydia’s daughter Astrid, Justin Theroux, Monica Bellucci, and Willem Dafoe.
Awe and Admiration on Set
The return of Michael Keaton as Beetlejuice is welcomed with great admiration by his co-stars. Catherine O’Hara expressed that it was mesmerizing to witness Keaton slip back into the character, while Tim Burton likened it to Keaton being “possessed by a demon.” Jenna Ortega, playing Lydia’s daughter, said, “To watch him physically change and appear and Michael Keaton to be gone…. it blew my mind.”
As far as the film is concerned, Michael Keaton could not be prouder. “I love it. I absolutely love this thing… I unabashedly love this. It was not easy to pull off, and I think we did it in spades.”
In anticipation of the highly awaited sequel, the Beetlejuice fandom is excited to see Keaton’s image and hear of his passionate involvement in the character. Share your thoughts on the upcoming Beetlejuice sequel by leaving us a comment below.
