Beetlejuice 2 Faces Bizarre Theft: 150-pound Sculpture Vanishes from Set
Mysterious theft on Beetlejuice 2 set left police baffled.
The much-anticipated sequel to the beloved Beetlejuice has encountered an unforeseen hiccup, not in the storyline, but in real life on the set. Nestled in the scenic locale of East Corinth, Vermont, the movie set has become the stage for some inexplicable thefts.
The local law enforcement, Vermont State Police, are currently probing the disappearance of two sizable props, which have mysteriously evaporated.
The initial incident involved a towering lamppost, uniquely embellished with a pumpkin decoration. The perpetrator or perpetrators audaciously detached the lamppost from its foundation, swiftly loaded it into the rear of a GMC pickup truck, concealed it under a tarp, and made a hasty getaway.
The mystery intensifies when, just three days later, a second theft is reported. This time, the stolen item was a hefty 150-pound art sculpture, taken from the vicinity of a graveyard where the film crew had established production.
The sculpture is eerily reminiscent of the creations of Delia Deetz, the quirky artist and stepmother character brought to life by Catherine O’Hara in the 1988 original film.
The sequel, under the masterful direction of Tim Burton, boasts an ensemble cast, including returning stars Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and Catherine O’Hara. The cast is further enhanced by the addition of Jenna Ortega, Willem Dafoe, Monica Bellucci, and Justin Theroux.
The journey to the production of Beetlejuice 2 has been a long and winding road, with the project languishing in development purgatory for many years. The sequel initially bore the title Beetlejuice Goes Hawaiian and underwent several script revisions before finally settling on the current script.
Despite these hurdles and the recent thefts, the film is still on track for its release on September 6, 2024. However, the ongoing strikes could potentially throw a spanner in the works.
The Police is still on the hunt for the absconded props and have appealed to the public to provide any information regarding the theft. So, if you happen to stumble upon a 150-pound sculpture that seems straight out of a Tim Burton film, you know who to contact.
Source: Deadline