Jenna Ortega’s controversial film, Miller’s Girl, has unexpectedly dropped out of Netflix’s Top 10 U.S. Movies chart after a strong start. The R-rated psychological drama, which debuted on the streaming platform on April 26, tells the story of an inappropriate relationship between a high school senior played by Ortega and her much older teacher portrayed by Martin Freeman. The film quickly gained popularity among Ortega’s fans but faced criticism due to the large age gap between the characters and the provocative nature of their interactions.
Despite the controversy surrounding Miller’s Girl, Freeman defended the film in a recent interview, describing it as “grown-up and nuanced” while emphasizing that it does not glorify the inappropriate relationship depicted in the story. However, the movie failed to maintain its position in the Top 10 U.S. Movies chart, falling out of the rankings completely in the week of May 6-12. The top spot was taken by the Netflix original romantic comedy Mother of the Bride during that period.
In addition to her role in Miller’s Girl, Ortega has other projects in the works for her fans to look forward to, including the eagerly awaited sequel Beetlejuice 2 and the romantic drama Winter Spring Summer or Fall. Directed by Tiffany Paulsen and co-starring Percy Hynes White, the film is set to premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York City on June 6. Winter Spring Summer or Fall follows the love story of Remi and Barnes over the course of a year, navigating the challenges of their relationship as they face life-changing decisions.
While the release date for Winter Spring Summer or Fall has yet to be announced, Beetlejuice 2 is scheduled for a theatrical release on September 6, with filming already underway for Season 2 of Netflix’s Wednesday. Both Miller’s Girl and the first season of Wednesday are available for streaming on Netflix, giving fans the opportunity to enjoy Ortega’s diverse range of performances. Despite the mixed reception to Miller’s Girl, Ortega’s talent and versatility as an actor continue to shine through in her upcoming projects, promising a bright future in the entertainment industry for this rising star.
