We did something we normally don't do and went to the theater to see this on opening weekend as part of a Saturday date-night -- which also included haircuts for both of us, and dinner at a Mexican restaurant.
Neither fans of the orginal Beetlejuice nor Noni fans will be disappointed in this long-awaited sequel. A lot of laughs and allusions to the first film, but also a few surprises.
Jenna Ortega as Astrid (the now adult Lydia Deetz's daughter) is perfectly cast and plays the part with a superb blend of teenage angst, sarcasm, and vulnerability.
Our Noni brings back all of the goth from her original role, mixed with humor and genuine parental concern.
(James adds): this sequel is remarkable for the number of actors returning after so much time has passed, a couple of them taking the same role 36 years later and making it look easy!
Final Verdict: Four Croquet Balls:
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