Overview
- A new CNN special features Sarah Jessica Parker reflecting on Keaton's intensely engaged presence on set, calling her “a real combatant” in a pivotal scene.
- Anniversary coverage underscores Keaton’s performance as Sybil Stone as the film’s emotional core, with her character’s illness anchoring the family story.
- Writer-director Thomas Bezucha says he is developing a follow-up to honor Keaton, with no studio greenlight or signed cast commitments announced.
- The milestone comes during the first Christmas season since Keaton died at 79 from a bacterial pneumonia infection, prompting renewed tributes.
- Over twenty years, the ensemble comedy has grown into a rewatchable holiday staple and is available to stream on services including Disney+.