Beetlejuice

A fun movie for everyone. Great music, jokes and wonderful story. A forever movie

Beetlejuice (1988) is an enjoyable comedy-horror movie directed by Tim Burton that can be watched by most audiences but is rated PG. It makes for a great Halloween day movie!With the release of the sequel Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice (2024), I just had to re-watch the original to refresh my memories of the plot and characters before I sat down to see the sequel. I'm glad that I did because it allowed me to make connections to the sequel. Definitely watch this one first before seeing the sequel.This 4K release is well done. Both the video color and sound quality seem incredible compared to the 1988 standards used at the time. Still, the 30+ year gap does reveal the limits of video technology and special effects used at the time, but I trust that most audiences will forgive these limitations because who could have anticipated the digital standards of 2024.No problems were observed during playback on a 4K player. The video is relatively vivid with accurate color reproduction. The sound quality is dependent on the sound system in use; external speakers will improve the quality over internal TV speakers.

One of my all-time favorite Tim Burton movies, and coupled with a wonder Danny Elfman score, it's a cherished addition to my library. Picking up the physical copies of my favorites before they start screwin around too much with the digital versions! lolThe product itself came packed appropriately and shipped quickly!

Great movie you will love it if you like this type of movie.

"Beetlejuice" has remained one of my childhood favorites, capturing my imagination with its quirky characters and offbeat humor. The film's imaginative storyline and memorable performances have left a lasting impression, making it a timeless classic. From its vibrant visuals to its iconic soundtrack, "Beetlejuice" continues to hold a special place in my heart, evoking fond memories of youthful fascination and amusement.

4 Stars. Tim Burton [Pee-wee’s Big Adventure (1985), Batman (1989), Edward Scissorhands (1990), Big Fish (2003), and many more imaginative films] brings to life the dead with a remarkable and memorable film. Adam Maitland (a very young and skinny Alec Baldwin) and Barbara Maitland (Geena Davis) are taking a stay at vacation to relax in their peaceful town in their old house that a realtor wants to sell. While returning from a trip to town, they swerve to avoid a dog, causing them to go off a bridge and drown. Now dead they are stuck in their house for 125 years, which is surrounded by sandworms. Soon after the Deetz family moves in with their daughter, Lydia (Winona Ryder), and start changing the house into a gaudy artistic mess. After seeking advice from their caseworker in the realm of the dead and the Handbook for the Recently Deceased, the Maitlands try to scare the Deetz family only to find that the Deetz want to meet them and exploit their ghost powers. Against the wisdom of their caseworker, they enlist Betelgeuse (Michael Keaton) but find his ways to murderous. Then the Deetz’s family friend, Otho, tries to make the Maitlands appear, using the Handbook, and it goes horribly wrong. Lydia unleashes Betelgeuse to save them, but it turns out to be a disaster. This is Burton’s 2nd feature, and he doesn’t pull any punches. The movie is soaked with his visual style, including some stop motion animation, in a cross between weird, creepy, and funny. Like any of his movies, it’s a marvel to watch, but this one set the tone for what was to come. Since this was early in his career, the script was good, and Burton doesn’t ham it in like he has recently [Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005), Alice in Wonderland (2010), Dark Shadows (2012)]. Michael Keaton shines the most as Betelgeuse in a performance that he probably won’t out perform but is barely on the screen. Needless to say, this is still classic Burton and a must watch. Burton has also announced a Beetlejuice 2, which will star Winona Ryder.

Sandworms...you hate 'em right? I hate 'em myself!!

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