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Ahead of the release of her upcoming filmBeetlejuice Beetlejuice,Winona Ryder seemingly lamented over the younger generation of co-stars. During an interview with theL.A Times,Ryder accused today’s youth of turning their backs on the rich legacy of cinema. Out of sheer frustration, the actress appeared to take an indirect aim at young actors without referring to anyone personally.
However, Winona Ryder’s scathing remarks sparked drama, after fans speculated which young celebrity she was criticizing in her comments. Connecting the dots, netizens claimed that Ryder’s comments were a pointed jab at Millie Bobby Brown, whose notorious disdain for movies has already made headlines.
Winona Ryder’s Frustration with Young Stars Lacking Film Curiosity
Speaking with theL.A Timesto discuss herupcoming movieBeetlejuice Beetlejuice, Winona Ryder recalled harboring a special bond with her co-starJenna Ortegaover their deep interest in films. Ryder claimed to be immediately impressed with Ortega after the actress referred to specific shots from the 1964 classicI Am Cuba, by Soviet director Mikhail Kalatozov.
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Proceeding with the conversation, Winona Ryder named herStranger Thingsco-starFinn Wolfhardas another of her favorite actors, due to his obsession with Elliott Gould. Claiming to appreciate interactions with theup-and-coming generation of film lovers, Ryder then expressed her frustration with her more junior colleagues who simply lack curiosity about classic movies and the evolution of cinema.
I don’t mean to sound so hopeless. There are a few that are just not interested in movies. Like, the first thing they say is, ‘How long is it?’
Extending her remorse to another interview withEsquire, Winona Ryder reflected on how social media is to be blamed for the young star’s lack of interest in the history of cinema. Admitting that her comments might make her sound old, Ryder didn’t hesitate before expressing her desire for the younger batch of actors to study the history of film and photography.
I just think that social media has changed everything, and I know I sound old. I’m very aware of that. And part of me thinks, ‘Gosh, am I like vaudeville at this point?’ Like [elderly lady voice], ‘Hey, kids, turn down the music!’ But I just think there was such an abundance: the history of film, the history of photography, it’s so rich, and there’s so much there, and I don’t mean we should go backwards, but I wish and I hope that the younger generation will study that.
Meanwhile, althoughWinona Ryderdid not call out any of the disappointing younger actors by name, herStranger Thingsco-star Millie Bobby Browncame onto fans’ radar, following the interviews. Apparently, Ryder’s lament struck a chord with fans, prompting speculation that the actress’ remarks were aimed at none other than Brown, who previously made headlines for her aversion to movies.
Fans Speculate Winona Ryder’s Remarks as Direct Attack on Millie Bobby Brown
Right after Winona Ryder’s statements hit social media, fans took great interest in decoding which co-star or fellow actor the veteran was referring to. This led a bunch of sneaky netizens to dig outMillie Bobby Brown’s candid admission toThe Sunabout her disinterest in watching films, which seemingly connected the dots.
People come up to me and say, ‘You should definitely watch this movie, it would change your life’. I’m like, ‘How long do I have to sit there for?’ Because my brain and I don’t even like sitting for my own movies.
we all know who she’s talking about 💀pic.twitter.com/njxqK6XsjC
shot at millie bobby brown LMFAOOOpic.twitter.com/n92LjSyXEY
Wonder who this is about…pic.twitter.com/E9UzoGbsl4
oh milliepic.twitter.com/YQnshaE63j
Definitely speaking on Milliepic.twitter.com/4JDoH6rMuA
I get you, Winona… this is an insult to cinema.https://t.co/QRycsBjAfcpic.twitter.com/RDKopteAId
I’m with her on this!I remember seeing the news of Millie Bobby Brown not interested in watching movies, and thinking to myself on how ridiculous that is!Movies are some of the (If not the) best forms of entertainment you can watch!https://t.co/Ipl1AhUOIh
While Winona Ryder’s critique underscored a broader debate about the shifting landscape of entertainment consumption, fans’ interest in figuring out the celebrity behind her frustration turned the actress’ interview into a controversy. Although the interview highlighted the difference between traditional film enthusiasts and the younger generation’s preferences for shorter, more immediate content, it gradually became a topic of gossip among netizens.
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Krittika Mukherjee is a Senior Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, majorly focusing on films, TV shows, and celebrity news with over 3,000 articles published. With an educational background in Journalism, and a keen interest in filmmaking, Krittika blends factual precision with creative flair, when crafting her editorials, or dissecting fan theories.Her coverage often includes news and analyses of critically acclaimed films, celebrity news, and franchises like the Wizarding World, LOTR, DC, and MCU—particularly Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts, Superheroes, and fan theories. As a Wizarding World aficionado, Krittika has spent countless hours exploring hidden backstories, unadapted book moments, spells, and trivias surrounding J.K. Rowling’s lore.An imaginative writer with a way with words, Krittika has worked as an entertainment journalist for the past two years and a web content writer for a year. She brought her experience and expertise to FandomWire to pursue her desire for sipping coffee while dissecting films and tracking celebrity drama.
