The Bodyguard

Genre sentiment is exactly my cup of tea, but Bodyguard never grew on me. Kevin Costner does a great job in his role, but as an actress, Whitney Houston, despite her famous and now immortal song, absolutely doesn't work. My unforgettable Hollywood romantic pairs look completely different. (13.02.2007)

It can't be described very well, it simply must be felt. Nostalgia? Of course, but my appreciation is not just for that reason. The Bodyguard is a quality film, whether someone likes it or not. It has a decent amount of humour, excellent action, a soulful romance, and a pleasantly family-friendly (definitely not tacky) touch. Mick Jackson directed an incredibly stylish and mature caper that should not be ashamed of its storytelling value. It has power, solid content, and above all, an extremely charming hero. I understand the swooning over Frank Farmer from the female population, as he is absolutely irresistible in this role. And Whitney Houston's acting is not bad either, although she primarily shines with her captivating voice. A romance as it should be. (11.10.2006)

I used to really like that movie, but now I see that it's a bit too stretched out and unfortunately also too predictable, either in terms of casting or simply because the script is very straightforward with classic romantic escapades that are supposed to be hidden behind a thriller. However, it cannot be denied that the main couple is enjoyable to watch and there is chemistry between them that works. It's just that the ending could be darker. (26.10.2015)