Jenna Ortega Stars in Beetlejuice Sequel

Jenna Ortega, known for her role in Netflix's Wednesday, has expressed her passion for portraying 'weird' characters, emphasizing the importance of representation for those who feel out of place. Her comments sparked mixed reactions online, with some fans questioning the concept of 'weirdness' itself. As she prepares for her role as Astrid Deetz in the upcoming Beetlejuice sequel, Michael Keaton credited Ortega for the film's realization, humorously noting that she 'literally didn’t exist' when the original was released. Both Keaton and Catherine O'Hara remarked on how Ortega's involvement was pivotal in bringing the long-awaited sequel to life. Ortega described working with Keaton as an immersive experience, enhanced by the film's unique special effects. The sequel, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, focuses on family dynamics, reuniting Lydia Deetz with her estranged daughter Astrid after a family tragedy, leading to chaotic encounters with Beetlejuice once again.