Pop Culture Happy Hour Beetlejuice Beetlejuice And What's Making Us Happy
Sep 6, 2024
The discussion dives into the return of Beetlejuice, highlighting Lydia's evolution into a television psychic and Jenna Ortega's exciting new role. The speakers have mixed feelings about the sequel, praising Catherine O'Hara's performance while critiquing its pacing. They reflect on the delicate balance between nostalgia and originality in beloved classics. Personal highlights include a touching episode on friendship breakups and the joy of retro media, with nods to 'Full Metal Alchemist Brotherhood' and the game 'Beyond Good and Evil.'
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Catherine O’Hara’s Performance
- Regina Barber praises Catherine O'Hara's performance as Delia Deetz, highlighting her comedic timing and expressions.
- She considers Deetz the best part of the movie.
Disappointment with Sequel
- Priya Krishna expresses disappointment, finding the sequel lacking the original's scrappy creativity and weirdness.
- She notes a shift from young Tim Burton's unique vision to a more generic, big-budget feel.
Sequel’s Overstuffed Plot
- Glenn Weldon feels the sequel strains to recapture the original's magic, suffering from overstuffing.
- He criticizes the excessive focus on minor characters and subplots, advocating for a "less is more" approach.
