When the teaser trailer for “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” debuted last March, audiences received a somber reintroduction to the iconic Delia Deetz (Catherine O’Hara) and Lydia Deetz (Winona Ryder). The mother and daughter stand graveside, mourning a family member.
Speculations ran wild with fans guessing that it was Charles Deetz, the family’s patriarch, being laid to rest. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, director Tim Burton kept things ambiguous, simply stating “We’ll see.
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The most recent trailer, however, dispels this mystery entirely. Jenna Ortega’s character, Astrid Deetz, exclaims: I can’t believe grandpa is dead.
This revelation highlights how Charles’ death propels the new plot.
The official synopsis further solidifies this narrative: Following an unexpected family tragedy, three generations of the Deetz family return to Winter River. Lydia’s life spirals once her rebellious teen daughter, Astrid, discovers the mysterious model town in the attic, inadvertently opening a portal to the Afterlife.
Return to Winter River
This homecoming sets the stage for chaos as Astrid inevitably says Beetlejuice’s name three times, summoning the infamous demon back into their lives. It’s a nod that promises more of Beetlejuice’s unique brand of mischief and mayhem.
Catherine O’Hara Returns as Delia
The footage provides glimpses of Catherine O’Hara reprising her role as Delia Deetz. A poignant shot captures her character at a funeral, hinting at deeper familial bonds and grief. The scene aligns with Winona Ryder’s comments about her return: [Tim Burton] said ‘Oh yeah, we’re doing it, and Winona’s going to be in it.’
A New Generation Takes Charge
Fans are eager to witness how Jenna Ortega’s Astrid will navigate the eerie events unraveling in quaint Winter River. By including both veteran actors like Ryder and O’Hara and new talent like Ortega, the sequel bridges generations while expanding on beloved characters.
The Enigmatic Lydia Deetz
A pivotal figure from 1988’s fantasy classic Beetlejuice, Lydia returns carrying an aura of mystery. Her involvement in the unfolding drama ensures that original fans and newcomers alike have much to anticipate.
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