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Sep 2024
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Beetlejuice

Paul Scheer & Amy Nicholson | Realm
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This week Paul & Amy break down the 1988 dark fantasy comedy horror film Beetlejuice starring Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, Alec Baldwin, Geena Davis and Katherine O'Hara. They talk about what a swing it is for Tim Burton's second film, who he originally wanted to play Beetlejuice, how the film depicts death and so much more. Next week...Batman Returns! Beet ... Show More
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