Tim Burton, the mastermind behind some of the most imaginative films in cinema history, is back with a sequel that promises to be as wildly inventive as the original. “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” also known simply as “Beetlejuice 2,” is set to premiere at the prestigious Venice Film Festival on Opening Night before hitting theaters on September 6th, 2024.
The film brings back Michael Keaton as the unforgettable Betelgeuse, alongside Winona Ryder reprising her role as Lydia Deetz. This time around, the story continues with Lydia's rebellious teenage daughter, Astrid, played by Jenna Ortega. The plot kicks off when Astrid discovers a peculiar model of their town hidden in the attic, accidentally reopening the portal to the Afterlife. Chaos ensues as the mischievous Betelgeuse returns, ready to wreak havoc in both the living and ghostly realms.
Adding to the film's allure is a fantastic ensemble cast that includes Catherine O'Hara, Monica Bellucci, Justin Theroux, Burn Gorman, and Filipe Cates. Willem Dafoe also joins the cast as a ghost detective who, in his previous life, was a B-movie action star. The screenplay is crafted by Alfred Gough & Miles Millar, with a story by Gough, Millar, and Seth Grahame-Smith. The production team boasts notable names such as Brad Pitt, Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner, Tommy Harper, Marc Toberoff, and David Geffen, ensuring a high-quality cinematic experience.
The recently released 60-second “Tickets On Sale” trailer gives fans a glimpse of the madness to come, featuring Betelgeuse humorously crooning “Right Here Waiting” and showcasing a montage of bizarre afterlife antics. The film's unique blend of dark humor, quirky characters, and Burton's signature gothic aesthetic guarantees a nostalgic yet fresh adventure.
As anticipation builds, “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” is poised to be a must-watch for fans of the original and newcomers alike. Don't miss out on the mayhem—mark your calendars for a hauntingly good time this September!
