I've been hired by different groups throughout the years to take on alternative movie posters, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to make them, especially when the printers used by these groups are so good they make the art sing much more than if it just sat in a digital space. I can't stress enough how wonderful the quality is on these silk-screens, and I can't recommend printers like VG Kids or Ben Ashton enough - and more companies too, that I will look up and credit here.
I like when risks can be taken in these kinds of posters, and the decision to make Beetlejuice implied rather than seen was one of those chances. I think it turned out well, thanks to the group for letting me do that.
I gotta say, it looks stellar in black light!
"Beetlejuice" remains one of my all-time favorite films, for a number of reasons.
1. I have so much respect for writers who go out on a limb and create an original script with unique characters, that takes real creativity.
2. The art direction and overall style of the film is so brilliant.
Every character speaks dialogue that is so suited to them, you couldn't switch the lines and have the scenes work. The costuming, lighting, makeup is also specifically made to enhance each scene so well you can understand where the story is even without the sound on.
3. The foundation of the story and what really brings the film together is the idea of family, and in the end, it's better to try to get along than to despise each other.
And the soundtrack! I wish it came with everything, but some of the most atmospheric Danny Elfman tracks aren't included. Thankfully some nice internet person makes them available with some minor digging.
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