Michael Keaton Reflects on Dumbo Performance

Michael Keaton has expressed regret over his performance in Tim Burton's 2019 live-action 'Dumbo,' admitting in a New York Times interview that he 'sucked' and felt he let Burton down. Despite Keaton's self-criticism, Burton dismissed the notion, responding, 'I don’t even know what you’re talking about.' The film, which featured Keaton as the villainous V.A. Vandevere, received mixed reviews and was a financial disappointment for Disney, grossing $353 million worldwide. Burton shared that the experience of making 'Dumbo' was so disheartening that he considered retiring from filmmaking. However, the upcoming 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' project has reinvigorated his passion for directing. Keaton and Burton's collaborative history includes successful projects like 'Batman' and 'Beetlejuice.'