Jodie Foster Rejects Nostalgic Cameo in ‘Freakier Friday’ Sequel
Look, I don’t want to say I told you so, but here we are again—another beloved star dodging a sequel like it’s a bad first date. Jodie Foster, the Academy Award-winning actress who famously swapped bodies with Lindsay Lohan in the original *Freaky Friday*, has turned down a nostalgic cameo in the upcoming sequel. Director Elyse Sutherland recently revealed to *People Magazine* that he practically begged Foster to reprise her role as the mother in this latest reboot. Spoiler alert: she’s not interested. In an exclusive chat, Sutherland lamented, “She’s not going to do it,” making it painfully clear that Foster has zero interest in revisiting this franchise.
Now, let’s break this down. Sure, Foster has a busy schedule, but can we really blame her? After all, who wants to be associated with a project that’s trying to rekindle the magic of a classic? Especially when that magic is more likely to fizzle than sparkle. Sutherland’s desire for nostalgia clashes head-on with Foster’s evident reluctance. She’s a two-time Oscar winner, for crying out loud! Why would she want to step back into the shoes of a character that might just feel like a costume rather than a role?
The original *Freaky Friday* was released in 2003, and while it was a charming romp, we’re now living in a world where Hollywood seems to think remakes are the answer to creativity. Foster’s absence isn’t just a missed opportunity for a fun throwback; it’s a wake-up call to the entertainment industry that sometimes, it’s best to leave the past in the past. In fact, Foster’s decision is a refreshing reminder that not every classic needs a modern twist, especially when the result could be more cringe than cute.
And let’s not forget the ever-growing list of sequels and reboots that have flopped—like *Fuller House* or that *Home Alone* remake. Do we really want to add *Freakier Friday* to that list? No thanks. Foster’s refusal to participate may be the best thing to happen to the franchise since the first film was released.
So, what’s next for Sutherland? He might want to rethink his strategy and come up with something fresh rather than fishing for stars who’d rather not revisit their past. After all, Hollywood is all about reinvention, right? Or are we just going to keep digging up old hits until they’re dust? Stay tuned, because if there’s one thing we know, it’s that Hollywood will never run out of ideas—just bad ones.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and People Magazine, Entertainment Weekly
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