Michael Keaton Full Interview (1996) | Beetlejuice, Batman, Multiplicity | Film Discussion

A rare and in-depth 1996 interview with Michael Keaton, one of Hollywood’s most versatile actors. From his early days in stand-up comedy to his iconic roles in Mr. Mom, Beetlejuice, Batman, and Clean and Sober, Keaton has captivated audiences with humor, intensity, and heart.

In this candid conversation, Keaton reflects on:
Starting as a stand-up comedian and transitioning to acting
His first big break in Ron Howard’s Night Shift
The phenomenal success of Tim Burton’s Batman (1989) and Batman Returns (1992)
Why he turned down Batman Forever
Collaborating with Harold Ramis on Multiplicity (1996) and the challenge of playing four roles at once
The difficulty of making truly great films, and which of his movies he considers the best (Beetlejuice, Clean and Sober, Batman, The Paper, Much Ado About Nothing)
Reflections on film as an art, the challenges of comedy, and physical humor in cinema
His admiration for Marlon Brando and how Brando changed acting forever

Michael Keaton opens up about his career, craft, and the enduring challenges of making meaningful movies.

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