Catherine Zeta-Jones describes the mother-daughter relationship in Wednesday as ‘contentious’

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8 Aug 2025 • 7:37 AM MYT
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  • Catherine Zeta-Jones declared herself a better sword fighter than co-star Jenna Ortega after a blindfolded duel scene in the new season of Wednesday.
  • Zeta-Jones, who plays Morticia Addams, attributed her superior skills to her experience from the Zorro films.
  • She expressed delight in rediscovering her sword-fighting ability and noted the contentious mother-daughter relationship portrayed in the series.
  • Jenna Ortega, who stars as Wednesday Addams, praised Zeta-Jones and new cast member Dame Joanna Lumley for their talent and generosity.
  • The second season of the Netflix series Wednesday, produced by Tim Burton, is now available for streaming.

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