Jenna Ortega's Journey Beyond "Wednesday": From Screams to Directions
Yearning for the Secret Solitude Prior to Recognition - Yearning for the Privacy Prior to Recognition
Jenna Ortega, the star of Netflix's upcoming series "Wednesday," talked candidly to musician The Weeknd for "V Magazine" about her life since the series' success. With the release of "Wednesday" set for August 6, Ortega will once again embody the iconic character she made her own.
The Excitement of Anonymity Fades
When asked if she missed the anonymity of her early career days, Ortega admitted, "Yeah, big time." While she had already played significant roles, like in the horror franchise "Scream," it was "Wednesday" that catapulted her to stardom. Looking back, she recalls the early days with fondness, detailing the adrenaline rush that came from struggling to make it in LA.
Eyes on the Director's Chair
Besides her role in the comedy series "Jane the Virgin" from 2014 to 2019 and her early Netflix days on "You - You'll Love Me," Ortega has ambitions beyond acting. She shared with The Weeknd that she's been working on a script she wrote when she was 12, aiming to bring it to life. She's currently taking the necessary steps for this ambitious project, keeping her plans under wraps for now.
Ortega's experience as an executive producer on "Wednesday" season 2 has given her valuable insights into the technical aspects of filmmaking. She considers this a crucial stepping stone towards her ultimate goal of focusing on directing and producing, viewing acting as mere leverage for her ambitions.
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- Jenna Ortega, currently starring in Netflix's "Wednesday," has been candid about missing the anonymity of her early career days, despite playing significant roles in series like "Scream" and "Jane the Virgin."
- Ortega's acting career is not just about being on screen for her; she confessed to The Weeknd that she has been working on a script she wrote when she was 12, aiming to bring it to life, hinting at directing and producing aspirations.
- Someday, Jenna Ortega hopes to focus more on directing and producing, viewing her acting roles as a means to achieve her ultimate goals in the movies-and-tv entertainment industry.
- Citing her experience as an executive producer on "Wednesday" season 2 as a crucial stepping stone, Jenna Ortega is taking the necessary steps towards refining her skills in directing and producing, following her admiration for other celebrities in the entertainment industry.
