Fans of Tim Burton's beloved specter-centric saga are in for a treat at the Santikos Casa Blanca theater in San Antonio. Ahead of the premiere for "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice," the sequel to the 1988 cult classic, the theater is hosting a free public exhibit of the film's original costumes. As reported by KENS 5, the display at the venue on 11210 Alamo Ranch Parkway will run through September 16, offering fans a chance to capture close-up pictures and videos with these iconic outfits.
Among the featured items are the classic black and white striped suit of Beetlejuice himself, and the red and white wedding dresses of Lydia and Astrid Deetz, characters portrayed by Winona Ryder and a new addition, Jenna Ortega respectively. San Antonio's own Santikos theater has become a memorabilia haven, promising a surge of nostalgia mixed with fresh excitement for the upcoming release on September 6. The presence of these cinematic treasures is causing quite a buzz, with fan anticipation palpable in the air – or maybe that's just the lingering essence of the ghost with the most.
According to San Antonio Express-News, the costumes are the creation of none other than Academy Award-winning designer Colleen Atwood, whose Oscar credits include high-profile flicks like "Chicago," "Memoirs of a Geisha," and "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them." The exhibit not only celebrates Atwood's craftsmanship but also heralds the return of Michael Keaton in the titular role, alongside an ensemble cast featuring Monica Bellucci, Willem Dafoe, and the return of an original cast member, Catherine O'Hara.
The film's plot beckons Lydia Deetz back to the quirky Winter River house as she struggles with a family tragedy. Chaos unfolds when her daughter, Astrid, played by Jenna Ortega, stumbles upon that miniature portal to the Afterlife in the attic. And, as fans would expect, all manner of supernatural trouble kicks off when the name Beetlejuice is called three times, The pandemonium that ensues is sure to be a hearty callback to the original film's darkly comedic charm, with a modern twist to keep new audiences engaged.
