Winona Ryder on Girl, Interrupted, Beetlejuice, and Surviving Fame in the ’90s | Film Discussion

Golden Globe-winning actress Winona Ryder reflects on her most iconic roles—from Beetlejuice and Heathers to Little Women and Girl, Interrupted. In this intimate interview, Ryder opens up about her love of acting, how she chooses projects, and the toll sudden fame took on her during the 1990s. She discusses working with directors like Tim Burton, Martin Scorsese, and James Mangold, shares insights on producing Girl, Interrupted, and talks about the responsibility of portraying mental health with honesty. Winona also speaks on typecasting, creative burnout, and finding her passion for acting again later in life—including how projects like Stranger Things helped reconnect her to what matters most. Chapters: 00:00 – Winona Ryder on getting her start and early roles 01:30 – Fame in the ’90s and staying grounded 04:00 – Why she took a break from acting 06:30 – Producing Girl, Interrupted and mental health responsibility 09:00 – On working with Angelina Jolie 12:00 – Revisiting Beetlejuice, Heathers, and Edward Scissorhands 15:00 – Collaboration with Tim Burton and her gothic image 18:00 – Feeling misunderstood by the industry 20:00 – Return to screen with Stranger Things 22:00 – Advice to young actors and protecting creativity Film Discussion is a curated interview archive and conversation series presented by Occupy Cinema. We spotlight the minds behind the movies—actors, directors, writers, and cultural critics—through thoughtful interviews, archival footage, and contemporary conversations. From Broadway to global cinema, Film Discussion explores the craft, politics, and impact of storytelling on screen and stage. Join our community of 800+ filmmakers: https://occupy.beehiiv.com/subscribe Instagram:   / filmdiscussion_   Facebook:   / filmdiscussionofficial   #FilmDiscussion #WinonaRyder #FilmInterview