Diablo Cody Teases 'Jennifer's Body 2' With Sympathetic Twist
The sequel to the 2009 horror comedy is expected to happen 'imminently', with Megan Fox and Amanda Seyfried expressing interest in returning, and will delve deeper into the character's loneliness and poignancy
Diablo Cody is developing a sequel to the 2009 horror comedy 'Jennifer's Body', which will explore a more sympathetic side of Megan Fox's character. The film is expected to happen 'imminently', with Cody expressing her intention to delve deeper into the character's loneliness and poignancy in the new movie.
The original 'Jennifer's Body' film was released in 2009 and starred Megan Fox as a teen succubus. Cody has stated that she sees Jennifer as a sympathetic character, both before and after her transformation, and wants to explore this aspect further in the sequel. She praised Fox's portrayal of the character, saying she played both the powerful and vulnerable sides of Jennifer well.
Megan Fox and Amanda Seyfried, who starred in the original film, have expressed interest in returning for the sequel. Karyn Kusama, the original director, is also 'very excited to hear what comes' of the follow-up. The sequel is being developed for 20th Century Studios.
## What's Next The new movie will aim to show a more human element to the demonic role, with Cody wanting to explore why Jennifer is sympathetic and what she's been through. While details are still scarce, Cody has teased that the sequel will be 'fun and crazy' like the first film.
The development of 'Jennifer's Body 2' is a significant move, as it will give fans of the original a chance to revisit the characters and story they love. With the sequel expected to happen 'imminently', fans can look forward to seeing more of Jennifer's story and the sympathetic side of her character that Cody wants to explore.
## Background The original 'Jennifer's Body' film was a horror comedy that gained a cult following after its release in 2009. The film's success can be attributed to its unique blend of horror and comedy, as well as the strong performances from its cast, including Megan Fox and Amanda Seyfried. With the sequel on the way, fans of the original can expect more of the same blend of genres, as well as a deeper exploration of the characters and their stories.
