The Bodyguard (1992)
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Reviews Counted:23
Fresh:9
Rotten:14
Average Rating:4.9/10
Runtime: 2 hrs 11 mins
Genre: Dramas
Synopsis: A former secret service agent is now a bodyguard for a pop superstar turned actress. In the course of protecting the unpredictable star from a homicidal fan, they develop a trust and love that is... A former secret service agent is now a bodyguard for a pop superstar turned actress. In the course of protecting the unpredictable star from a homicidal fan, they develop a trust and love that is rare for both. Screenplay by Lawrence Kasdan. Academy Award Nominations: Best Song ("I Have Nothing"), Best Song ("Run To You"). [More]
Starring: Whitney Houston, Kevin Costner, Bill Cobbs, Gary Kemp
Starring: Whitney Houston, Kevin Costner, Bill Cobbs, Gary Kemp, Michele Lamar Richards, Ralph Waite, Tomas Arana, Mike Starr, Devaughn Nixon
Director: Mick Jackson
Director: Mick Jackson
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Serviceable story with Houston making an impressive film debut.
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The Bodyguard is mostly an overlong character study involving two uninteresting people we don't really want to know much about in the first place. Full Review |
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The thriller aspect of The Bodyguard works, but the romance does not. Full Review |
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You’ll get the most bang for your entertainment buck by simply buying the soundtrack. A rental of the DVD is strictly optional. Full Review |
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The relationship between Houston and Costner is mighty strange one, albeit profoundly problematic.
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Why can't the real Oscars be like this?
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Shows how our lives are often throttled by the emotions of fear and desire. Full Review |
Latest News for The Bodyguard
August 05, 2008:
Costner Shrugs, Answers Millionth Bodyguard 2 Question ![]()
Kevin Costner says he's got an idea for a sequel to The Bodyguard -- and no, Whitney Houston would not be involved. More...
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