Jenna Ortega & Michael Keaton Talk Beetlejuice, Tim Burton & Career Pressures | Epic Conversation

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice co-stars Jenna Ortega (Astrid Deetz) and Michael Keaton (Beetlejuice) have an epic conversation over a cup of java at the JW Marriott Essex House, New York. The pair chat through the Beetlejuice Beetlejuice experience and working with Tim Burton, to career pressures after getting their first gig.
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Director: Robert Miller
Director of Photography: Jack Belisle
Editor: Phil Ceconi
Talent: Jenna Ortega, Michael Keaton
Producer: Camille Ramos
Senior Producer: Lizzy Halberstadt
Production Manager: James Pipitone
Production Coordinator: Elizabeth Hymes
Talent Booker: Jenna Caldwell
Camera Operator: Mar Alfonso, Caleb Weiss
Gaffer: David Djaco
Audio Engineer: Lily van Leeuwen
Production Assistant: Ziyne Abdo, Erica Palmieri
Post Production Supervisor: Rachael Knight
Post Production Coordinator: Ian Bryant
Supervising Editor: Rob Lombardi
Assistant Editor: Andy Morell
Special Thanks: Furniture generously provided by CB2
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[@luizmarinho6138]

It is infinitely more interesting to see two actors discussing their art than an actor responding to bad jokes in a talk show.

[@Didi_Meow_Records]

Yeah, Actors Roundtable is also refreshing.

[@s_.777]

true, it all depends on the host though.

[@luscreen]

100% facts. They are very self-aware, honest and interesting.

[@Ladybird.21]

@@Didi_Meow_Recordsyup, and THR also does the Actors on Actors interview series. I love seeing what pairings they come up with to talk to each other. Some really great conversations in that series.

[@jspaulding4106]

Well, look up some interesting actors, musicians, and comedians on Hot Ones. Ridiculous concept, artful results (90% of the time).

[@balto20002]

I will listen to Keaton talk anytime. He's engaged, entirely non-judgmental - never talks down to anyone. Awesome dude.

[@angelarohr2479]

He hardly has aged

[@Howard6461]

He's OG Batman

[@hollysouthwell2227]

His the best ❤

[@zombiiesque]

Truly. I just enjoy anything I see him do.

[@perfectlyamazing3289]

I can’t believe they’re 50 years apart! Such a lovely conversation

[@LucíanPDJ]

😂😂😂

[@MATTHEW-rp3kq]

he does not look 72

[@krissanders987]

I Agee. They should date. Keaton deserves it

[@george_1380]

@@MATTHEW-rp3kq he turns 73 tomorrow day before the film come out.

[@ree3762]

@@krissanders987get help

[@s_.777]

love the chill dad with his goth daughter vibes

[@deanospimoniful]

More like grandad, but yeah.

[@brandonguindon7455]

Not really

[@s_.777]

@@brandonguindon7455 ok

[@deadfr0g]

@@brandonguindon7455 ok

[@brandonguindon7455]

@@deadfr0g 😆

[@chrissmart2783]

Jenna is going to win an Oscar someday. You can tell she's a true craftsperson when it comes to acting.

[@billyalarie929]

It’s going to happen sooner than anyone thinks.

[@billyalarie929]

Either that or it’s going to happen so far out people are going to be shouting for it for so long, and when it does we’re going to be like “FINALLY!!!”

[@flexiblenerd]

Wouldn't surprise me if she becomes a director herself.

[@brandonguindon7455]

Not really

[@williamhadley1580]

​@@flexiblenerdI want to say she has already. I know that she has executive producer credits.

[@PogieJoe]

She's already so wise about her craft. Both wonderful actors!

[@littleripper312]

She's been doing it for at least a decade at a very high level. It's funny to think most people her age are starting their career but she's already in advanced years in hers.

[@kayakuprising5914]

LOL

[@kunpunko]

@@kayakuprising5914what’s so funny?

[@effythompson1574]

Just two iconic actors getting along so naturally, I really love this

[@venomsymbiote7555]

Keaton yes but Ortega has a way to go before she reaches Iconic status. She is great though 👍👍

[@eveh1458]

This open and honest talk between actors is so much better than a scripted talk show!! So interesting and they both seem so comfortable

[@davekleyh2017]

Agreed talk show host is not what we really want to hear . Acting is a creative process and craft.

[@rojayreid908]

Is this your first time on you tube.

[@LC-fx2lo]

What he said at the end is so true, how quickly like goes by, and how you can't really see that you are enjoying life or your youth until it's over. "You can't see it now. Don't expect yourself to be able to see it now..... It goes fast."

[@TheAviari]

Edit this again. Like to life.

[@johnburnside7828]

What a treat to see these two brilliant actors discuss their craft!

[@Big-thumbs]

This conversation pulled me in so much. It felt like the video was only 4 minutes long

[@sandman17100]

Clicked on it to put it on watchlater,...ended up watching it.

[@BAEYBE]

Yeah but why is she always complaining about something this chick is so weird and entitled

[@cxutiegamer3676]

⁠@@BAEYBEIf you think Jenna Ortega is weird and entitled you’ve clearly never watched her other interviews 😭

[@szewei85]

​@@cxutiegamer3676she is the opposite of Selena Gomez hahaha

[@tiagomazzotti9640]

Thank you Tim B for allowing us to witness Keaton’s excellence once again. Beetlejuice is a character worth an Oscar -how many actors can succeed such iconic persona?

[@Yuurei21]

I love that this interview is absolutely honest.

[@rob-v1y]

What he briefly describes as "working in public television" was ...working on the Mr. Rogers show.

[@chasehedges6775]

Interesting

[@masterofallgoons]

I think it was a lot of boring stuff and then also briefly working with Mr. Rogers. But there are some clips where you can see him working on that show. It's pretty cool.

[@MrAmc1291]

Yes, Mr. Rogers gave him his break. When he passed, Keaton hosted a tribute special to him on PBS.

[@stacyfabiszewski4633]

Yes, I definitely got that ! I have known Public TV all my life, I have actually watched Mr Rodgers when he was on TV, great Guy!

[@purinpat]

Tim Burton was a Disney animator when he was young. I think maybe that’s why he’s a very visual person.

[@sandman17100]

Explains alot. The best film creators would make a brand for themselves, like Sorscese, Tarantino, Spielberg

[@Cleolc1]

@commander_maddogtheogumm no it’s just his style: unique and one of a kind, it’s what makes him Tim Burton

[@SerenaMaeTV]

Disney didn’t make Tim Burton. Tim Burton is just unique. I’m surprised Disney didn’t ruin him to be honest.

[@purinpat]

@@SerenaMaeTV I agree that he was always a visual person. I meant to say that as an animator, you have to be a visual person, and he was an animator. I think he was able to visualize amazing worlds when he reads scripts as well as when he created original projects.

[@szewei85]

Definitely more creative than Don Bluth another ex Disney animator hahahaha

[@emanuelealfieri9]

jenna in this interview (as always) is glowing. she’s so beautiful it hurts

[@Wildman-zh8lg]

I'd do her

[@Marcus_Aurelius_Zeus_the2nd]

TOTALLY OMG

[@skajohncarter]

Keaton is so generous and cool. I'm sure he had similar convos with Winona.

[@johnpring9176]

It’s great when you talk with another person on the same level as you, mentally/psychologically/intellectually. Great back and forth 👍

[@trophyscars7364]

Even more impressive considering the age gap. Her maturity and his wisdom.

[@dillsdollface]

Jena is a breath of fresh air. Such a lovely conversation

[@ETelemenope]

I wish Jenna had an article in the LA Times or Rolling Stone or a regular segment on a channel to interview people that interest her. She obviously has a passion for conversations like this, I know she’s expressed a desire to pursue journalism in the past. She’s busy rn but I would absolutely eat it up.

[@abdulmohsin23]

Hope jenna got another big blockbuster roles after this. I like the way she humbled

[@Cloud-9_C9]

Eventually

[@ImABadTeammate]

Such a shame she won't be in Scream VII.

[@ShelDmello]

She's still very very young. She'll have big roles eventually ​@@ImABadTeammate

[@pumpumrin]

@@ImABadTeammate is there gonna be a scream 7 in the first place

[@billymoore7182]

Batman and Wednesday teaming up is definitely an interesting dynamic.

[@lacko623]

Hmmm...I could see Batman and Huntress...? 😄 That would be a father-daughter duo I'd like to see.

[@losrajvosa0078]

That will be nice movie to see tho

[@titustitandoomsdaytondc7311]

​@@lacko623BATMAN and Zatana

[@Ray-c1r]

Batman 😆 ❤️

[@EricVanWinkle]

Keaton is a lifelong favorite of mine and Ortega has such charisma and talent, I couldn't have fantasized this conversation. I am so thankful for chances like this to hear conversations like these.

[@JinShinFoo33]

Jenna is incredibly grounded and approachable in this interview. Keaton is a gem. Really fun listening to them discuss the craft and things surrounding it.

[@MaggieValenzuela-f2s]

I love her maturity and calmness. I’m similar and people disliked me because of it. I’m calm and collected and always did better with older folks. The only thing is, that a part of me wishes I had fun with people my age. Part of me feels like I missed something.!

[@WhatsCookingTime]

I was the same way

[@BrianRenardDavis]

Same

[@leslieh2527]

😮 yes I understand that totally same difference !

[@GlennTillema]

@0:50 I love how he doesn't name-drop; at the time he was working on the Mr Rogers set!

[@hippityhoppityw]

Keaton seems like he's gotta be one of the best celebrities hangs lol

[@kickapoo242]

I love how wholesome and intelligent and respectful Jenna is; I think she’s a great role model for younger girls.

[@benwu7980]

The contrast between her and so many of the instagram influencer / reality tv types is so stark, and painful.

[@pvolkspvolks]

Keaton, the most underrated actor and a wonderful human being and Jenna is so full of promise. Watching this was truly a treat,

[@Mikkirose1]

"Cool as the other side of the pillow." -Keaton. I like that.

[@JamesHenry-o8m]

One thing I like about Jenna is the way she handles her success, she is SO down to earth-I wish her all the success in the world 😊😊😊😊

[@WhatsCookingTime]

She's highly intelligent not vapid

[@andrewcrich5887]

What a lovely conversation between 2 great actors.

[@ahr355]

What an awesome format..so much better than the tired standard interview format. Can't wait to see Beetlejuice 2!

[@tiagomazzotti9640]

She’s is waaaaay too talented and incredibly smart for the “horror only” canister. I want to see her in a deep long dragging drama with Meryl and Julia. Give her the chance to get deeper… she will find an Oscar statue waiting for her.

[@SuperFlashDriver]

If I was a director I would definitely have her in experimental, drama, or other films to see what she could try out for....

[@lydiaking322]

I agree!!! In due time for sure

[@GamingandFrightened]

As a horror fan I’m glad she’s the scream queen

[@IndefiniteMark]

He seems so much younger than 73 yet has that wisdom about him

[@heidifisher8973]

Micheal is an absolute legend.❤ I don't care what anyone else thinks he was the best Batman EVER. I saw Beetlejuice II today with my kids and we LOVED every second of it. Bravo to Tim and all of the cast, it was perfection.❤❤❤❤❤

[@andrewpinner3181]

Thanks, a lovely interview, such empathy & frankness.

[@shaneducharme3955]

Such an amazing conversation between two actors. Seeing how normal they are and the vibe between them is pure.

[@NicolaSmith-g2i]

Wow, Jenna is so articulate - she really is astute, she just gets it. An incredible woman.

[@MaggieValenzuela-f2s]

She is and it helps that she grew up around smart adults on set.

[@stevanator1630]

@@MaggieValenzuela-f2s she also reads books, that helps big time too

[@S-Jpops]

Love this! No interviewers, just two people forgetting there's a camera and having a meaningful conversation. I feel lucky to have watched this. Well done GQ, give us more of this!

[@Saundra-jq7rm]

I like this . Its giving open minded father and goth daughter vibes. Nice to see genuine chemistry.

[@mistyluvr]

Jenna is so eloquent and extremely well spoken. Very impressive for such a young woman.

[@dominicpardo4783]

He's already a legend. She's about to be.

[@connorcaldwell588]

I’m envious of people who can hold a conversation this long!

[@MaggieValenzuela-f2s]

You have to find people that have similarities or else, I’m quiet and awkward. Also, they’re actors, I bet questions were added.!

[@DragonView1]

I think its that nobody wants to anymore. Would you rather call your family, or text them?

[@EngineeredTheMind]

I love her, so intelligent and self aware

[@nohandlenotme]

She is SO PRETTY! But she is smart too. I'm SO IMPRESSED by her personality❤!

[@RaiderFace7-16]

Jenna just grabs Hollywood by the balls 😂 she a tough cookie. gotta love her

[@Ray-c1r]

Wish she'd grab me by the balls 😆

[@KillBill808]

Gen z for ya

[@Ray-c1r]

@@KillBill808 😆 more like gen z has it easy with google and wiki foh

[@KillBill808]

@@Ray-c1r lmao what

[@Ray-c1r]

@@KillBill808 u heard me

[@mariageorge7652]

Best thing I have watched in FOREVER. I would absolutely LOVE to see the entire unedited version of this video if it exists.❤

[@bernarddodd9788]

Two incredible artists having a meaningful and insightful conversation. I really enjoyed how they were completely present with each other.

[@brandonhuffman213]

Him being a police chief and working at bed bath & beyond was hilarious to me in the other guys lol.

[@mikeknowles8017]

Ortega is going to be a great Director and I can't wait.

[@Quandryification]

I love the questions and answers between these 2. I wish more of us of different generations (and genders) and open conversations like this.

[@rufarojunior]

My favourite celebrities

[@chasehedges6775]

Same here

[@Isacius]

to both actors ... I find this a very wholesome chat. Amazing conversation...very honest conversation, amazing and respect.. keep these grounded attitudes.

[@BelleMort6]

Love this conversation. Jenna is really showing herself as being someone exceptional and special in a sea of those claiming to be such in Hollywood.

[@billymoore7182]

Jenna's first big role was Tara Carpenter. But her biggest role is no doubt Wednesday. Her and Neve Campbell were the best in Scream 2022. I hope these two team up again in a different project.

[@jurrassic-t9q]

It wasn’t that great I seen it. Not trying to sound mean I just didn’t seem to get into the character.

[@jacobhall2628]

her first big role would be "Stuck in the Middle" or "You" wouldn't it?

[@jurrassic-t9q]

@@jacobhall2628 I don’t watch Disney channel no more so idk it, never heard of it.

[@ZolaRenard_01]

Ikr? Wednesday came out and A LOT MORE people noticed her, but then they realized she had roles in Scream 5, X, You S2, Babysitter Killer Queen, and be like, "Wait a minute... THAT'S HER!!!"

[@billymoore7182]

No doubt. Not no

[@jsbsouth]

I love them both but after this I love them even more. What a wholesome conversation 🖤

[@jh230377]

‘You wanna get nuts? Come on let’s get Nuts!’

[@blairbrown4812]

Batman & his cousin,Wednesday Addams

[@alexperaza9475]

I had a roommate who also thought this line was hilarious and we would constantly yell it to each other randomly

[@Leg0456]

I loved how he also said it in The Flash

[@allanm2064]

You ever dance with the devil in the pale moonlight? 😈🤡

[@jackmessent3490]

Jenna is so beautiful and a great actress

[@notnad1995]

yes

[@GabrielaDuarte-sd2ql]

yes she is amazing

[@KarlsbergA465]

She's okay

[@v578bv4b4bv]

Yes I would like to install my face as her bicycle seat.

[@lucifermagne7458]

She really isn't. Well, beautiful, sure, she ain't my type but I see it. Great actress? She plays the same person in every movie, she just isn't entertaining

[@treathr4ever]

This is one of the greatest interviews ever.

[@jawshoeuh5699]

Wow, the spectrum of humanity is astounding. Love them both so much!

[@ElevenSeven-cz6ss]

She's very articulate and has a maturity beyond her years.

[@OrtegaWrld]

AHHH I LOVE JENNA ORTEGAAAA

[@itzBompark]

I love this interview so much. You can hear how she presents herself very mature and smart. Its so inspiring

[@Camila-im9ws]

She’s amazing! So is he. Could’ve watched them talk all day. Wonderful actors and people

[@dilthanas]

really enjoyable conversation between two professionals with some common links like Tim Burton

[@brandondowlen1836]

Jenna looks so marvelously stunning in this video! 😍🖤❤

[@littleripper312]

Half the video was literally them talking about how much she's judged on her looks all the time and the anxiety around that 😂

[@melonlolly25]

Thank you for uploading this. it's so calming to watch them, awesome actors. fantastic movie

[@mattlucas4046]

I've always said Jenna is WISE beyond her years. She really doesn't get enough credit for that. She stays out of trouble & was raised properly. That's VERY IMPORTANT!!!

[@paddleboarddog]

Fun interview dynamic.

[@jimistarbuck5059]

What an enlightening conversation. This was better than having a talk show host asking questions. They aren’t full of themselves like some recent outspoken actors. I really like these 2.

[@JOFan-00]

Jenna has always been so mature for her age to the point her fans used to call her 'Grandma' 😅. She also used to suck at technology (or still is). So yes, this young women is just so special ❤❤❤

[@ZoSo_x]

Wednesday and Batman having a conversation.......what a time to be alive 👀

[@ANKRACING91]

She's so refreshingly smart I love it!

[@everythingweather]

One of the most interesting, engaging conversations I’ve seen between 2 actors. Especially of their age difference.

[@Ventress1]

I saw me and Jenna both love the same composer. I would love to talk to her about film and music. It’s so refreshing seeing someone have a big passion as she does.

[@Jackp0824]

Love these 2 together. Can't wait to see it!

[@OrganizationXIII]

2:15 interesting fact about Jenna Ortega When someone says about someone else that they have a “dry personality,” they most likely mean that that person doesn't show many emotions. The “dry personality” person might be generally subdued and doesn't stand out much. They might not have any hobbies or hobbies that might seem boring to others. A dry personality is one that doesn't show much emotion. - Dry personalities are often introverted, meaning they avoid or struggle with social interaction.

[@brianhackett-jl3hc]

I think he was referring more to her sense of humor than her overall personality. They were discussing comedy at that point.

[@MikeeTeevee]

He means her humour is dry. She doesn't laugh when she's joking and he points out the corners of her mouth point up slightly when she's joking.

[@may.k_me]

? They're talking about dry humour He's saying her sense of humour is dry. It isn't obvious. It keeps people guessing.

[@quiggles]

It's a very British way of delivering humour.

[@XCmanCraig]

I love this format where the actors interview themselves! They share an insight that no journalist/interviewer would think of to ask.

[@Ella-nm9yl]

What a beautiful conversation

Mr Mom one of the best movies ever...I think that was the first Keaton movies I saw

[@eyeseer1]

John Hughes wrote the script of Mr. Mom.

@@eyeseer1 didn't know that; supercool

[@Canyon2023]

For me, Mr. Mom gets funnier and funnier each time I watch it! The early signs of his unique brilliance!!

[@arachosia]

It’s a classic for sure. Pretty much anything Keaton is in is at least watchable.

[@superduper2024]

Jenna looking so beautiful

[@mieldemape]

THIS IS THE KIND OF CONTENT THAT IS WORTH THE TIMEEE, AMAZING CONVERSATION! LOVE THEMMM

[@jasonboyd782]

Very cool and authentic conversation between two talents who span half the history of cinema in their works. Still gotta see BB...

[@mr.wilson9178]

She is so wholesome. She looks like a great person. I like thèse kind of folks who Can look at themselves, flaw or not and take a step back to look at what happened. It seems easy, saying this like that, but plenty of people can't

[@rmannayr2129]

JENNA IS SO BEAUTIFUL!

[@Concentrx]

Two of my favorite actors who had me at the beginning of their careers. ❤️

[@tatumgrimess]

Jenna Ortega’s smile is absolutely contagious. She truly is such a special individual

[@thecunninlynguist]

I love Jenna!

[@chasehedges6775]

Same😊

[@nfltrrrqwsa7512]

who?

[@nelsonlacayo5024]

Micheal Keaton is the goat that he study people and knows Jenna Ortega very well and her weakness. Their Micheal Keaton said that if you add to much pressure you will fall badly. That take it easy for your self.

[@josgeusens4637]

Awesome conversation - loved it!

[@hollysouthwell2227]

Love jenna shes so cute loved her in Wednesday and beetlejuice beetlejuice ❤

[@ppoblete2280]

I love watching her speak. She's so intelligent... easy on the eyes lol love it

[@ithamarlowe6158]

I hope to see her in more Tim Burton Films.

[@soxxel12]

I credit Jenna for trying to constantly evaluate herself and being open with fans about how that can be such a struggle whilst being one of the most famous young entertainers in the world.

[@ExploringTheTube-fd1oo]

I think what makes this weird conversation so interesting is that two people of different time periods are talking about their craft. I tried to click out several times, but I finished the video. I wish more people related to each other this way.

[@Martin-v6p6u]

🙏

[@mdavis3524]

I really enjoyed this conversation! So much to grasp and it’s so interactive Michael’s personal experiences and excitement when going back and forth with Jenna’s is quite interesting to witness. Jenna is a true gem to this industry her perspective and perception of how she carries herself both personally and professionally amazes me to a different level! Much respect for Micheal Keaton always he’s a true craftsman. Loved it! Loved! 😅

[@davidsmarrt4049]

Love anything Tim does ❤

[@shadysorkin9214]

This was actually super interesting to listen to their experiences in the industry during two different eras.

[@Walter370z]

Great super chill interview and great behind the scenes info about the industry and beetlejuice movies