For years, fans have eagerly awaited a sequel Beetlejuice. Fortunately, your wish will come true next year, when a sequel will be available in all theaters. Thus, more and more information is known about this feature film, and Willem Dafoe was recently confirmed to star in the film.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Dafoe, best known for his role as the Green Goblin in the Spider-Man films, In later life will be responsible for giving life to a police officer. About his role, the actor commented as much in an interview diversity:
“I haven’t seen any footage yet, but it was fun doing it. I’m a police officer in the afterlife, so I’m a dead man. And in life I was a B-movie action star, but I had an accident and that sent me in the other direction. But thanks to my skills, I became a detective later in life. So that’s my job. But it was influenced by who I was [cuando estaba vivo]: a B-movie action star.”
Dafoe joins Jenna Ortega, Michael Keaton and Winona Ryder, reprising their roles from the latter two first films. Meanwhile, Ortega will reportedly play Ryder’s character’s daughter, Lydia Dietz. Catherine O’Hara also returns from the original. Justin Theroux and Monica Bellucci have also reportedly been cast.
For its part, Tim Burton will return directly and plot details are currently being kept under wraps.Although it is expected that production Beetlejuice 2 Start this month. Thus, the film will arrive on September 6, 2024. Notably, this is the film on the same day the blade will be available, although another delay for Marvel production is not ruled out.
For those who don’t remember, Beetlejuice A comedy-fantasy film directed by Tim Burton released in 1988.. The film stars Michael Keaton as the lead character, Beetlejuice, a mischievous and eccentric ghost. The plot revolves around a recently deceased couple, Adam and Barbara Maitland, played by Alec Baldwin and Geena Davis respectively, who enlist the help of Beetlejuice to terrorize the new residents of their old home.
The film is known for its unique combination of dark humor, fantasy elements and Tim Burton’s distinctive visual style. Beetlejuice Has become a cult classic over the years And Michael Keaton is particularly praised for his memorable performance.
The film’s success led to the development of an animated television series, and as of 2017 a sequel has been in production. Thus, the desire of many, including the actors of this film, It will finally become a reality when the film reaches all possible cinemas. Now just have to wait.
On a related topic, photos from the set of Beetlejuice 2. Similarly, Jena Ortega left the production Scream VII.
Editor’s note:
Beetlejuice is a great comedy movie. Although the reboots and legacy sequels we’ve seen in recent years haven’t been as good as the original films. Thus, you need to keep expectations clear, and don’t get overly excited.
Through: The Hollywood Reporter