Tag: Beetlejuice
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7 Best New Movies Coming to Max in October 2023
Spooky season is here, with a bunch of Halloween picks arriving on Max (formerly HBO Max) this month. From the Scream franchise to Beetlejuice, there will be many titles to choose from. Although several films and TV shows are leaving the streaming platform this month, there will be other just as intriguing content landings on…
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7 Best Movies to Watch Before They Leave Max in October 2023
There are plenty of Halloween titles joining Max (originally HBO Max) this October. From the Scream franchise to Beetlejuice, there are many films landing on the platform that are perfect for this time of year. In addition to these horror picks, Season 2 of The Gilded Age and Our Flag Means Death will also arrive…
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Michael Keaton Almost Starred in This Oscar-Winning Clint Eastwood Film
The transformation of Michael Keaton from a mainstay in 1980s American comedies to one of the most dynamic leading men in the industry has been one of the most surprising developments of the last few years. Keaton was already beloved by audiences for his role in blockbusters like the Batman series and Beetlejuice, but he…
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BoxLunch Unveils New Batch of Halloween Merchandise
You may not have decided what your Halloween costume will be this year, but that doesn’t mean you have to go out without a matching apparel to the spooky season. BoxLunch revealed today that they are launching a new lineup that celebrates fan-favorite horror franchises like Friday the 13th, Chucky and Beetlejuice. The pop culture…
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Michael Keaton Wasn’t Tim Burton’s First Choice for Beetlejuice
Tim Burton is a renowned director famous for his eccentricities and vividly gothic aesthetics in his films. His unique vision gives his projects overarching tones that feel distinctly him, as his filmography is filled with movies that combine gothic horror with striking visuals. However, not all of his choices for his movies end up making…
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Netflix’s First Movie Rental Was This 1980s Classic
Netflix has had a very interesting and controversial impact on the film industry. Some cinephiles have praised the streaming service for helping to popularize and distribute auteur projects from legendary filmmakers who had struggled to get funding elsewhere. However, there are many who have criticized Netflix for its impact on physical media sales and the…
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‘One Piece’ Composer on the Important Role of Music in the Series
From John Williams’ soaring fanfares in the Star Wars and Indiana Jones franchises to Danny Elfman’s recognizable composition style in films like Pee-wee’s Big Adventure, Beetlejuice, and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, with the right touch, music can elevate the greatness of any production. Such is certainly the case in Netflix’s upcoming series,…
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One of the Best Superhero Films Was Made During a Writer’s Strike
In 1988, the Writers Guild of America spent 153 days on strike. Also in 1988, making a Batman movie was a risk, let alone one overseen by Tim Burton and starring Michael Keaton. Studios hemmed, hawed, and balked at the idea of a moody Caped Crusader, preferring the camptastic television series from the 1960s starring…
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Mark Hamill Says Backlash Over Michael Keaton’s Batman Casting Inspired Him to Audition for Joker: ‘There Was a Great Controversy’
While Heath Ledger, Joaquin Phoenix and Jack Nicholson are the faces that pop into one’s head when the name “Joker” is said, no list of the best on-screen Jokers is complete without Mark Hamill. The “Star Wars” icon voiced the Batman villain on “Batman: The Animated Series,” which originally aired for 85 episodes on Fox…
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Best Winona Ryder Movies
First making a name for herself in the ‘80s as the moody goth in Tim Burton’s iconic Beetlejuice, Winona Ryder’s star power has continued to grow over the years. Taking on an array of personas, from murderous teen to literary heroine, this actor’s range knows no bounds. And having taken the TV world by storm…