Halle Berry Responds to Ariana Grande Suiting Up as Catwoman in New Video

In a nod to the iconic Batman universe, pop sensation Ariana Grande has unveiled the music video for her latest single, “The Boy Is Mine.” Halle Berry, who played the character in the ill-fated 2004 movie Catwoman, reacted to the video.

The visually stunning six-minute video features Grande channeling the infamous Catwoman, complete with a homemade costume inspired by Michelle Pfeiffer’s portrayal in Tim Burton’s Batman Returns. Berry reacted enthusiastically to the video on X with a fellow Catwoman endorsement, writing, “Get it, Ari! Living.”

The plot centers around You star Penn Badgley, who plays the mayor of an unnamed city, reminiscent of Gotham. In a unique twist, the mayor enlists an army of stray cats to combat a rampant rat infestation. Grande’s character, infatuated with the mayor, concocts a love potion to win his affection. This storyline, combined with Grande’s Catwoman transformation, creates a captivating narrative.

“The Boy Is Mine” from Grande’s latest album, Eternal Sunshine, samples the 1998 hit by Brandy and Monica of the same name. Both artists make cameo appearances in the video, portraying news reporters who cover the mayor’s unusual plan. Within just one day, the music video has amassed over 5.5 million views, solidifying Grande’s star power.

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Following the All That Jazz-inspired “Yes, And?” and the Jim Carrey romantic drama, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind-influenced “We Can’t Be Friends (Wait for Your Love),” Ariana Grande maintains her cinematic tribute streak with the music video for her latest single. This track is from her seventh studio album, Eternal Sunshine.

Directed by Christian Breslauer, who also directed her previous two videos, the widescreen visual features Grande embodying Michelle Pfeiffer’s iconic Catwoman from Tim Burton’s 1992 blockbuster Batman Returns. The video showcases Grande gracefully slinking around her apartment and navigating the city skyline with captivating aplomb.

Catwoman’s Various Depictions in Film Have Drawn Different Reactions

Tim Burton’s Batman Returns and Halle Berry’s Catwoman experienced vastly different receptions, both critically and commercially. Batman Returns, while considered darker and more gothic than its predecessor, was praised for its visuals, performances, particularly Michelle Pfeiffer’s Catwoman, and Danny Elfman’s score. It was a box office success, grossing over $266 million worldwide against a $80 million budget.

Conversely, Catwoman was a critical and commercial failure. Panned for its weak script, nonsensical plot, and over-reliance on special effects, it grossed a mere $82 million worldwide against a $100 million budget. Berry even received a Razzie Award for Worst Actress for her role, which she accepted in person. While Batman Returns is considered a cult classic and a high point in the Batman film franchise, Catwoman is often cited as one of the worst superhero films ever made.

Source: X

catwoman

A shy woman, endowed with the speed, reflexes, and senses of a cat, walks a thin line between criminal and hero, even as a detective doggedly pursues her, fascinated by both of her personas.

Director

Pitof

Release Date

July 23, 2004

Cast

Halle Berry , Sharon Stone , Benjamin Bratt , Lambert Wilson , Frances Conroy , Alex Borstein

Writers

Theresa Rebeck , John Brancato , Michael Ferris , John Rogers , Bob Kane

Runtime

104 minutes

Main Genre

Action

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