Jenna Ortega Revisits Her Unpopular Wednesday Writing Comments Controversy

Jenna Ortega Revisits Her Unpopular Wednesday Writing Comments Controversy

Highlights

  • Lead star Jenna Ortega reflects on controversial comments from season one during filming for highly anticipated season two.
  • Ortega owns up to “unprofessional” behavior on set regarding character writing, sparking backlash and negative publicity responses.
  • Despite past missteps, Ortega’s changes to the script and new role as producer promise a bigger, better, and more macabre second season.

As a die-hard fan of Wednesday, I have to say that Jenna Ortega’s journey through the controversial comments and unprofessional behavior during the filming of season one has been quite the rollercoaster ride. It’s not every day you see a lead actress own up to her mistakes and grow from them as publicly as she did.


Currently, Wednesday is engrossed in the filming process for its eagerly awaited second season. Notably, lead actress Jenna Ortega has been reflecting on a somewhat contentious incident that surfaced during the media buzz surrounding the show’s debut season.

On weekdays, particularly Wednesday, Netflix’s most successful series is found. This show, derived from the well-known Addams Family series, offers a contemporary twist on the earlier adaptations seen in films and television. Upon its debut on the streaming platform, it immediately gained popularity, with viewers admiring Jenna Ortega’s spot-on portrayal of Wednesday Addams. Despite being highly successful and solidifying Ortega as the iconic character in public memory, the second season does have some issues that need addressing from the first.

During the first season of Wednesday, there was an issue that didn’t directly impact the storyline. In an interview, Jennifer Ortega acknowledged her ‘unprofessional’ behavior on the set of Wednesday, particularly with regards to how she handled her character’s script. Many people found it problematic when she had to rewrite large portions of it. Recently, in a conversation with Vanity Fair about Wednesday season two and the upcoming Beetlejuice sequel, Ortega reflected on this incident and expressed regret over the words she used. “I could have expressed myself more clearly,” she admitted. “I think I often rush to speak without fully considering my words.” She added, “If I had explained the situation better, it might have been received differently.”

The remarks did not go down smoothly, leading to a multitude of reactions and sharp rebuttals from various quarters. She reflects on the subsequent wave of unfavorable media coverage, saying, “Everything I said felt excessively amplified… It seemed almost like a dystopian scenario to me.” She also admitted feeling like she was portraying an exaggerated version of herself during that period. Ortega faced considerable criticism for her Wednesday comments amid the Writer’s Strike, with some even using her as a prop on picket signs. Her behavior on set, which she attributed to her growing protective instincts towards the iconic character she was taking over, was equally responsible for the backlash, alongside the perceived attitude in her remarks.

In this interview, it’s been mentioned that the previous situation served as a kind of initiation for the actress into understanding such comments and will aid her growth in her acting career. Ortega’s script modifications were undoubtedly wise decisions, as proven by the positive fan response to the character. Although her past actions may have been unprofessional, it’s essential to consider this when evaluating her new role as a producer for the show. With Ortega juggling lead and producing roles, we can expect an even more captivating portrayal of the character in season two. Despite production commencing earlier this year, no release date for the upcoming season has been announced yet, which could suggest that they are taking time to create quality content for fans.

Anticipation for the second season of Wednesday is sky-high, given its record-breaking budget and extensive filming scale. It’s clear that this new installment will surpass the first in grandeur and quality. Patience, fans, as you eagerly await the premiere to uncover the innovative, darkly charming enhancements and plotlines it promises for the franchise.

Wednesday is available to stream on Netflix

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2024-08-13 22:25