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TheStranger Thingsstar Winona Ryder who has been a frequent collaborator and friend with legendary filmmaker Tim Burton, is set to appear once again in his upcoming sequelBeetlejuice 2. Officially titledBeetlejuice Beetlejuice, the movie is set to release in September 2024, featuring Michael Keaton.
Meanwhile, taking a look back at the original 1988 fantasy comedyBeetlejuice, Winona Ryder addressed her first meeting with Tim Burton. In an interview withCollider, Ryder recalled how it took her some time before she even realized she was speaking with the director, himself.
Winona Ryder Recalled Her First Meeting with Tim Burton
FromEdward ScissorhandstoFrankenweenie, Winona Ryder has been a frequent collaborator for Tim Burton, who recognized her talent, despite the actress failing to recognize him. According to her 2012 interview withCollider, Ryder admitted how she initially failed to realize that she was talking to Burton himself, during their first meet.
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Well, the story goes somewhat this way. When Tim Burton was working on his 1988 horror-comedyBeetlejuice, he planned to meetWinona Ryderfor a role in the film. Although the actress’ lack of experience kept her from being his first choice, Ryder was still sought for a meeting with the filmmaker. But unfortunately, when the actress went to meet him, she failed to recognize Burton.
“I vividly remember meeting him. I had black hair. I was talking to someone in the waiting room for a while, just about movies and music. And then, after about 30 minutes, I was like, “Do you know when this Tim Burton guy is showing up, cause I may be in the wrong building?’ and he was like, ‘Oh, that’s me.’ I had no idea that a director could be so cool, in that way.”
Recalling how things happened quickly for her to even fathom, Winona Ryder mentioned landing the role, despite her lack of experience. The actress played Lydia Deetz in Tim Burton’s hit filmBeetlejuice, alongsideMichael Keaton’s titular character Beetlejuice.
Winona Ryder is Set to Reappear in Tim Burton’sBeetlejuice 2
Working withTim Burtonin his 1988 comedy horror has been a great experience for Winona Ryder. Thereafter, she starred in several other fantasy horror and gothic movies of Burton, with the likes of Johnny Depp and more. Now, Ryder is set to reprise her role in the filmmaker’s upcomingBeetlejuicesequel, which is set to hit the theatres in September 2024.
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Recalling her experience from the set of heroriginalBeetlejuicemovie, Winona Ryder noted how her work experience turned out just as unique as meeting Tim Burton himself. Admitting that she had no idea that a director could be so cool, Ryder went on to praise Burton and express her gratitude towards his assistance.
“I had no idea that a director could be so cool, in that way. I had only worked with more authoritative directors. On the set for Beetlejuice, it was before people would go watch on monitors, and directors would be next to the camera. Tim would be watching you, and it was very peripheral while you were trying to be in the moment.”
Meanwhile, as Tim Burton found himselfworking with Winona Ryder once again for the sequelBeetlejuice Beetlejuice, 35 years later, the director discussed the experience of their reunion. Claiming to get almost choked up over their collaboration, Burton expressed his unbelievable happiness as the sequel gradually proceeds to be a reality.
“Working with these people again, and seeing them all, it was very emotional for me. Again, just going back to the old, same puppets and techniques. It goes back to the good old days.” Burton toldBFI.
With his upcoming sequel revolving around Lydia and the Deetz family, Tim Burton noted working onBeetlejuice Beetlejuice, without looking back at his old film or Winona Ryder’s character. Promising to offer a new take on the upcoming sequel, Burton’s movie is also set to star Jenna Ortega as a new addition.
Beetlejuiceis available on Apple TV.
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Krittika Mukherjee is a Senior Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, majorly focusing on films, TV shows, and celebrity news with over 3,000 articles published. With an educational background in Journalism, and a keen interest in filmmaking, Krittika blends factual precision with creative flair, when crafting her editorials, or dissecting fan theories.Her coverage often includes news and analyses of critically acclaimed films, celebrity news, and franchises like the Wizarding World, LOTR, DC, and MCU—particularly Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts, Superheroes, and fan theories. As a Wizarding World aficionado, Krittika has spent countless hours exploring hidden backstories, unadapted book moments, spells, and trivias surrounding J.K. Rowling’s lore.An imaginative writer with a way with words, Krittika has worked as an entertainment journalist for the past two years and a web content writer for a year. She brought her experience and expertise to FandomWire to pursue her desire for sipping coffee while dissecting films and tracking celebrity drama.
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