Welcome to Born to Watch – the movie podcast that doesn’t take itself (or the movies) too seriously... unless it’s time to bust out a samurai sword in a romantic drama.
This week, the crew dives deep into The Bodyguard (1992)—a movie so iconic it broke box office records and topped music charts for months… even if the plot left us scratching our heads.
On paper, it’s box office magic: Kevin Costner, one of the biggest movie stars on the planet in the early 90s, plays Frank Farmer, a moody ex-Secret Service agent with a strict code and zero personality. He’s hired to protect global superstar Rachel Marron, played by none other than Whitney Houston in her film debut. What follows is a mash-up of slow-mo action, diva meltdowns, and musical interludes that gave us one of the most legendary movie soundtracks of all time.
But is The Bodyguard (1992) actually a good film? Or did it ride the wave of two megastars at the height of their powers? The Born to Watch crew breaks it all down—with zero filter and a whole lot of laughs.
🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE:
Whitey opens with some hard truths: this movie might be the most self-serious film ever made.
G-Man brings the trivia thunder, connecting Whitney and Kevin to pop culture royalty—and yes, there’s a Kurt Russell connection.
Damo catches genuine feelings in the final scene, proving that even the coldest hearts can be melted by Whitney’s vocal power.
We debate the most confusing moments: the random samurai sword, why no one ever closes a curtain, and why Rachel’s entourage might be the most incompetent security team in cinematic history.
And of course, the soundtrack. “I Will Always Love You” hits hard, even on the hundredth rewatch. Goosebumps guaranteed.
🔥 Whether you love The Bodyguard or think it’s an overrated karaoke night with a stalker subplot, there’s something for every movie fan in this episode. From nostalgic bangers to brutal reappraisals, Born to Watch serves it up the only way we know how—loud, loose, and with more references than you can catch in one go.
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Team Frank or Team Rachel – who was really right?
Is The Bodyguard (1992) still worthy of its blockbuster status?
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