The following contains spoilers for Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, currently playing in theatersBeetlejuice Beetlejuice Reveals the origins of Betelgeuse and how he died, revealing the lore of the universe and explaining his proud anti-social personality. Played by Michael Keaton in the original film and inspiring everything from an animated show to a Broadway musical, Betelgeuse was an equally iconic horror/comedy fusion. The undead exterminator who is committed to helping ghosts evict people from their homes, Betelgeuse is actually a relatively minor presence in the original film compared to the movie’s focus on the Deetz and Maitlands. This left many subtle mysteries about…
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The following contains spoilers for Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, currently playing in theatersJeremy’s backstory, interest in Astrid Deetz and final fate in Beetlejuice Beetlejuice are quietly vital to the plot of the film. Ahead of the release of Beetlejuice BeetlejuiceLittle has been revealed about Jeremy. Played by Arthur Conti, Jeremy appears in the aftermath of the funeral for the dead Charles Deetz, whose death set the events of the film. Initially established as a possible love interest for Astrid, Jeremy turns out to have a connection to the supernatural and is the one who finally proves to Astrid that her mother did…
The following contains spoilers for Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, currently playing in theaters Beetlejuice Beetlejuice is an exciting return for some of the most iconic characters in Tim Burton’s career. The 1988 film was a blockbuster success when it hit theaters, bringing the Deetz family and the ghostly Maitlans into the orbit of the monstrous undead bio-exorcist, Betelgeuse. The new film brings back a few major characters from the original film, building off the established lore of Beetlejuices live life. At the end of Beetlejuice BeetlejuiceThe film introduced many characters, with the likes of Jenna Ortega, Justin Theroux, Monica Bellucci, and Willem…
The following contains spoilers for Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, currently playing in theaters Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Features several transformations for Betelgeuse, highlighting how easily the character is able to shift into new physical forms. Introduced in BeetlejuiceMichael Keaton’s Betelgeuse has a number of wild abilities that he uses to mock, trick and outright kill people who get in his way. As an undead entity that has mastered the art of “bio-exorcism,” Betelgeuse is one of the most powerful beings introduced in the series even compared to other characters from Beetlejuice BeetlejuiceBetelgeuse has a litany of powers that help it stand out. This includes…
I’ll be right there is a great and critically acclaimed film that is a wonderful bittersweet tribute to parents. The drama focuses on a mother who struggles to cope with all the tasks and responsibilities she faces as a mother to a dysfunctional family. The film focuses on Eddie Falco’s Wanda, a friendly and well-mannered woman who finds herself constantly helping those around her. This includes her constantly gambling mother Grace, her recovering addict son Mark, and her pregnant daughter Sarah. On top of that, Wanda finds herself torn between two lovers, both of whom consistently try to make her…
The following contains spoilers for KAOS, now streaming on NetflixKAOS was a great reimagining of Greek mythology, and its best modern remix of the gods has me super pumped for a potential season 2. KAOS is the latest series to use the Greek pantheon to explore modern perspectives on war and love. Following on the success of points like Blood of ZeusIt was a great reminder of the timeless power of those stories and characters, and especially exciting for someone like me who has spent his entire life obsessed with those stories. One of the best parts about KAOS is…
The following contains spoilers for Kaos season 1, now streaming on NetflixChaos Introduces audiences to a new modern take on the pious family of Zeus and Hera. Zeus and Hera are the king and queen of the Olympians in the original Greek mythology that inspired Chaos. The show recreates their roles in the Netflix drama, as well as their original relationship from the ancient stories. It is confirmed in Hera’s first appearance that she is Zeus’ sister. The pair rule Olympus with an iron fist, but Zeus’ increasing paranoia about his prophecy highlights the cracks in their relationship and bond.…
The following contains spoilers for The Crow, currently playing in theaters Summary Shelly plays an enhanced role in the 2024 remake, providing deeper characterization and motivation for Eric’s rampage. The 2024 version explores the beginning of Eric and Shelly’s romance, showing their early days and deep love. The new film introduces Kronos, who was absent from the original, shaping the lore and providing exposition. The 2024 version of The Crow Makes a lot of changes to the story that were not present in the 1994 film of the same name. At their core, both versions of The Crow follow a…
The following contains spoilers for Jurassic World: Chaos Theory season 2, now streaming on Netflix The end of Jurassic World: Chaos Theory Season 2 sets up further connections to the film series and expands the scope of the dinosaur-filled world, all while teasing further divisions in the Nublar Six. Building on the events of season 1 and the previous series Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous, Chaos theory Embrace a darker tone while forcing Darius, Kenji, Yaz, Sammy and Ben to escape the same conspiracy that seemingly killed Brooklyn. However, the twists and turns of season 1 set in Jurassic World: Chaos…
The following contains spoilers for Jurassic World: Chaos Theory season 2, now streaming on NetflixJurassic World: Chaos Theory Features a direct link to the films in season 2 that could set up further threads between the animated show and the future of the franchise. Building off the events of Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous, Chaos theory has forced the Nublar Six into a dangerous and unpredictable world. Although they survived many close calls, the end of season 2 of Chaos theory Teas a much more dangerous future for the character, thanks to the identity of the mysterious “broker.” Revealed to be…