Hello everyone! Today, we’re diving into some exciting updates from Hollywood, where actor Michael Keaton is spilling the beans on the much-anticipated “Beetlejuice” sequel. Now, if you’re a fan of the original 1988 cult classic, you’re in for a treat because Keaton is back as the mischievous, chaotic spirit that we all love—but with a twist.
First off, Keaton, who’s now 72, is making it clear that Beetlejuice hasn’t changed a bit to fit into today’s politically correct landscape. In fact, one of Keaton’s conditions for returning to the role after 36 years was to ensure that the character stayed true to his original chaotic essence.
Keaton revealed that he insisted on not overloading the sequel with too much Beetlejuice, believing that less is more when it comes to this iconic character.
“The idea was, no, no, no, you can’t load it up with Beetlejuice, that’ll kill it,” Keaton told *GQ* in a recent interview. He emphasized that Beetlejuice doesn’t drive the story as much as in the first film.
Instead, he’s more of a force within the storyline, adding that Beetlejuice is an “it” more than a “he” or “she.” And just to be clear, Keaton isn’t saying that to be politically correct—he’s just emphasizing the character’s unique energy, which he describes as having a “strong male energy, like stupid male energy,” that remains untouched by modern sensibilities.
Keaton’s enthusiasm for the project also stems from reuniting with legendary director Tim Burton, who is just as committed to keeping the original spirit of the film alive. Burton and Keaton agreed early on that they wouldn’t rely heavily on modern technology like CGI to bring Beetlejuice back to life.
Instead, they’re sticking to the old-school, handmade special effects that made the original so charming and, frankly, a bit eerie.
Keaton expressed his excitement about returning to this hands-on approach, saying it’s been “the most fun I’ve had on a set in a long time.” He reminisced about the days before CGI took over Hollywood, noting that while CGI can work, it often creates a subconscious distance between the audience and the story.
By embracing traditional effects, the sequel promises to capture the same magic that made the original film a timeless classic.
So, for all the Beetlejuice fans out there, it looks like this sequel is shaping up to be a nostalgic ride with all the mischief and mayhem you could hope for—just don’t expect Beetlejuice to go soft on you. Stay tuned for more updates as this highly anticipated film edges closer to its release!
