Fans are eagerly awaiting the release of Beetlejuice 2, the sequel to a film that has been in the works for over three decades. Tim Burton returns to direct the project, and Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder and Catherine O’Hara will return to the cast. Despite some leaked set photos, Beetlejuice 2 cinematographer Haris Zambarloukos says the film is all about family.
Here’s what we know
“‘Beetlejuice (2)’ is based on a family story,” Zambarloukos said in a new interview with TheWrap.
“And now 30 years have passed, and what are the difficulties and the human condition of keeping a family together in the craziest world all this time? That’s why I choose projects. Human connections are always at the forefront for me.” – He added.
Who will be back in Beetlejuice 2?
The director once again commissioned Danny Elfman to write the music for the film, and he has already begun work.
“I love being a fly on the wall during filming. As you may know, I’ll be doing this in a couple of months on another Tim Burton project.Elfman shared about collaborating with Burton on Wednesday and the Beetlejuice sequel.
“It’s very interesting to go back to that world. I said, ‘It won’t even be that different.’ That’s the beauty of Beetlejuice’s makeup. In the first film, he already looked 150 years old,” he the composer said regarding Keaton’s return as the mysterious ghost.
And he added: “This perfect, you know? Everyone else should play next generation except Michael. I mean, he’s still very fit and very active and very active. And with Beetlejuice’s makeup, I can’t even imagine him looking like he’s changed at all. So I’m looking forward to it.”
The incredible Jenna Ortega, Willem Dafoe, Justin Theroux and Monica Bellucci have joined the cast.
When can we expect this?
Beetlejuice 2 will be released in theaters on September 6, 2024. The first part will be available on Hulu.