Remake plans for The Bodyguard have been in motion since Whitney Houston sustained her notes in \”I Will Always Love You.\”
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Now it’s confirmed that a director and writer have been brought onboard to create a contemporary version of the romantic thriller that initially featured Kevin Costner alongside the mentioned music legend.
Sam Wrench, the director behind Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour, has been chosen to helm this new project. It will be written by Jonathan A. Abrams, known for his work on “Juror No. 2.” Originally released in 1992, the film starred Kevin Costner as a retired Secret Service agent tasked with protecting an iconic R&B artist played by Whitney Houston. As they spend time together, their relationship evolves into romance. The movie gained additional popularity due to Houston\’s incredible music contributions; her rendition of Dolly Parton\’s \”I Will Always Love You\” topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart for fourteen consecutive weeks. Additionally, the film\’s soundtrack held the number one spot on the charts for twenty weeks.
It’s certain that the new project aims to achieve comparable success, possibly featuring a renowned musician at its center—a celebrity figure much like Whitney Houston was when the initial movie came out. This raises questions about potential candidates; perhaps someone as prominent as Houston herself might be considered. If this happens, we wouldn’t be surprised if Wrench had their contact information handy. Additionally, it’s crucial to acknowledge that today’s stars face even greater scrutiny due to constant fan interaction via social media—an element that could add depth to the storyline, particularly since the original version revolved around Houston’s character dealing with obsessive followers.
We can merely await how things unfold and which performer ends up alongside the protagonist tasked with safeguarding her. If vintage movie scores resonate with you, perhaps these additional melodies will appeal.
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