Where is Wednesday Addams?
Better yet, where is Christina Ricci now?
Back in the 90s and 00s, Christina was one of Hollywood's hottest stars. As a child star, she was hailed for her timing and talent. She appeared in multiple movies every year. Her performance in "Mermaids" as Cher's youngest daughter was heartwarming and endearing. This proved she could do drama. Then, as Wednesday Addams in "The Addams Family," and as Casper's love interest in "Casper," she proved that she can do comedy as well.
As she grew older, her roles became more mature and showed much of her depth and complexity. She was a joy to watch in "Ice Storm," "Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas," and "The Opposite of Sex." Christine returned to her "horror-slightly-comedy" roots with Tim Burton's "Sleepy Hollow," then did more dramatic turns.
For me, one of her best - and most disturbing - turns is in "Monster" with Charlize Theron in 2003. Charlize won the best actress award that year, and I think Christina should've been nominated, too.
After that, I haven't seen Christina as often as I used to. Except maybe for "Speed Racer" in 2008. But in the 2010s-onward, her big screen appearances have been few and far between. And that's why I miss her depth and talent so much.
Hey Hollywood! Let's bring Christina Ricci back on the big screen soon!
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