Thirty-six years later, the ghost with the most is back! Beetlejuice Beetlejuice resurrects the quirky afterlife adventures, bringing back the original cast – Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and Catherine O'Hara – alongside fresh faces like Jenna Ortega. So, is it worth chanting his name three times?
While the nostalgia is strong, and Keaton slips back into the role with undeniable energy, the movie feels like a safe bet rather than a bold reinvention. The plot revisits familiar themes of family, loss, and finding your place, with a new generation grappling with their own spectral encounters. Ortega shines as Lydia's daughter, Astrid, bringing a modern, cynical edge to the supernatural shenanigans.
Visually, it's a treat, blending practical effects with CGI to create a delightfully macabre world. However, the pacing feels uneven, and the storyline sometimes struggles to justify its existence beyond capitalizing on the original's legacy.
Ultimately, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice is a fun, if somewhat predictable, trip down memory lane. Die-hard fans will appreciate the return of beloved characters and the darkly comedic tone. For newcomers, it's a decent introduction to the bizarre world of Beetlejuice, but it might leave you wondering what all the fuss was about in the first place. Rent it first before you shout his name.
