Beetlejuice , also known as Betelgeuse , is a 1988 American fantasy horror comedy film directed by Tim Burton . The film features the quirky and mischievous character Beetlejuice , played by Michael Keaton . Here are some key details about the film:
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Action :
- The story revolves around the recently deceased couple Barbara and Adam Maitland , who are trapped as ghosts in their own house.
- They cannot leave their house and meet the eccentric Deetz family, who move in and redesign the house to their liking.
- Deetz's daughter, Lydia , befriends Barbara and Adam after discovering the ghosts.
- To reclaim their home, Barbara and Adam summon the bio-exorcist Betelgeuse (pronounced “Beetlejuice”) to drive out the Deetz family.
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Things to know :
- The title “Beetlejuice” is a play on words that combines “beet juice” with the English star name Betelgeuse .
- Interestingly, Michael Keaton, who plays Beetlejuice, only appears in the film for 17.5 minutes despite its 92-minute running time.
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Continuation :
- A sequel to the original film is planned and is scheduled to be released in September 2024, 35 years after the first film.
Beetlejuice remains a cult classic, blending humor, ghosts, and the bizarre in typical Tim Burton style. If you haven't seen it yet, you definitely should! 🎬👻
