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Diablo Cody Announces Imminent ‘Jennifer’s Body’ Sequel with Sympathetic Take on Megan Fox

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TheWrap reports that Diablo Cody announced an imminent sequel to the 2009 horror comedy “Jennifer’s Body” . TheWrap reports that Cody described the titular character Jennifer as a sympathetic, lonely, isolated and insecure figure . TheWrap reports that Cody praised Megan Fox’s performance, saying she played both sides of Jennifer well . TheWrap reports that Cody teased the upcoming sequel will give Fox’s character a more sympathetic storyline . TheWrap reports that Cody said the new film will explore why Jennifer is sympathetic and what she has been through .

Why it matters. TheWrap reports that the sequel will explore Jennifer’s backstory, offering a more sympathetic portrayal of Megan Fox’s character for viewers .

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