Question 1

What inspired the underworld's production design in Beetlejuice?

Accepted Answer

Director Tim Burton cited the classic German Expressionist film The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari (1920) as inspiration for the underworld's production design.

Question 2

How did Michael Keaton contribute to his character's appearance?

Accepted Answer

Michael Keaton requested mold on his face, hair looking like he'd stuck his finger in an electric socket, and clothes from different time periods, which the makeup and wardrobe departments implemented.

Question 3

What was an alternative title considered for Beetlejuice?

Accepted Answer

The studio originally wanted to call the film 'House Ghosts,' and Tim Burton jokingly suggested 'Scared Sheetless,' which the studio actually considered using.

Question 4

Which awards did Beetlejuice receive recognition at?

Accepted Answer

Beetlejuice was recognized at the BAFTA Awards and Academy Awards in 1989.

Question 5

What is the central conflict in Beetlejuice?

Accepted Answer

A newly dead New England couple seeks help from a deranged demon exorcist to scare an affluent New York family out of their home.

Question 6

What inspired the underworld's production design in Beetlejuice?

Accepted Answer

Director Tim Burton cited the classic German Expressionist film The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari (1920) as inspiration for the underworld's production design.

Question 7

How did Michael Keaton contribute to Betelgeuse's appearance?

Accepted Answer

Michael Keaton requested mold on his face, hair looking electrified, and clothes from various time periods, shaping much of the character's look himself.

Question 8

What was an alternative title considered for the film?

Accepted Answer

The studio originally wanted to call it 'House Ghosts,' and Tim Burton jokingly suggested 'Scared Sheetless,' which the studio briefly considered.

Question 9

Which awards did Beetlejuice receive recognition from?

Accepted Answer

The film was recognized at the BAFTA Awards and Academy Awards in 1989.

Question 10

What is the central conflict in Beetlejuice?

Accepted Answer

A newly dead New England couple seeks help from a deranged demon exorcist to scare an affluent New York family out of their home.

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