Just when we thought Tim Burton was done with directing for the big screen, he not only returns but also with a sequel to one of his most beloved projects to date. Yes, Beetlejuice is set to make a second appearance, ready to haunt theaters worldwide.
Titled “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” this second installment will focus on Jenna Ortega as the daughter of Lydia Deetz, who accidentally summons Beetlejuice, putting her life and her family’s at risk (again).
From the first teaser, it was clear that the movie had plenty of surprises for fans, including the iconic song “Banana Boat (Day-O)” and the return of Beetlejuice’s famous black-and-white suit. Now, with the official trailer released, there’s even more to discover. Dive into all the Easter eggs here.
‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’: All the easter eggs from the trailer
- Charles, Lydia Deetz’s father, has passed away
The opening seconds of the trailer depict Lydia, her daughter, and her stepmother Delia mourning the loss of the family patriarch. Jeffrey Jones’ absence from this sequel is attributed to his 2003 scandal, which led to his incarceration.
- Harry the Hunter returns
Harry the Hunter, known to fans as the Shrunken Headed Guy, is returning for the second movie! This character, encountered by Beetlejuice in the Netherworld Waiting Room in the first part, has become an iconic figure of the production, adored by fans worldwide.
- Delores
This is perhaps the most significant Easter egg in “Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice”. As fans of the 1988 classic know, Delores is referenced as Beetlejuice’s glamorous ex-wife who was zombified. While she was only mentioned in the first installment, now she not only appears but also takes on the role of the main antagonist. And, to top it off, she’s portrayed by the spectacular Monica Bellucci.
- The Sandworm
In addition to Harry the Hunter, The Sandworm is another fan-favorite monster making a return for the sequel. From the brief glimpses in the trailer, it’s evident that practical effects, a focus of Tim Burton in this new project, are used in its creation. More than ever, Burton aims to minimize the reliance on green screens and intricate digital effects.
- The Winter River home
What would a good sequel be without revisiting where it all began? In “Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice,” the Deetz family returns to the house that hides Beetlejuice in its basement. Naturally, this leads to the inevitable.
- Teased trilogy
This isn’t just something hinted in the trailer; it’s implied by the title itself. The sequel is named “Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice,” and as we all know, the spell to summon the monster requires his name to be repeated three times. All the pieces fit together, suggesting that we might very well see a third and final installment next year or beyond.
