Taylor Swift Clears ‘I Did Something Bad’ for Thriller ‘The Housemaid’ Soundtrack
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A surprising collaboration has unfolded between director Paul Feig and Taylor Swift, as the artist approved the use of her 2017 track “I did Something Bad” for the shocking climax of his new film, The Housemaid.
The inclusion of the song, a standout from Swift’s reputation album, was initially considered a long shot. Feig, a four-time Emmy nominee, revealed during the film’s red carpet premiere on Monday that he believed Swift would “never gonna clear” the song’s use. “Well,that’s the thing; you want to put a Taylor song in your movie,but she and her company have to approve it,” he explained,detailing the process of assembling the film’s soundtrack.
A Last-Minute Approval
Feig recounted his initial skepticism, stating, “So, we were tempting with it, and we were like, ‘It’s so perfect, but she’s never gonna clear this.'” However, after Swift and her team viewed the film, they ultimately gave their approval. “Then we showed she and her people the movie, and she approved it. So, I guess she likes it. Thank you Taylor!” Feig exclaimed. This demonstrates the artist’s increasing involvement in curating the use of her music in visual media.
A Soundtrack of Intrigue
“I did Something Bad” is not the only notable track featured in The housemaid. the film’s soundtrack boasts a diverse selection of songs, including Lana Del Rey’s “Cinnamon Girl,” Renée Rapp’s “Why Is She Still Here?,” Kelly Clarkson’s “Since U Been gone,” and classic tracks from Linda Ronstadt such as “Tumbling Dice” and “Blue Bayou.” This eclectic mix underscores the film’s complex and suspenseful tone.
The Story Behind the Secrets
Based on Freida mcfadden’s 2022 novel, The Housemaid centers on Millie, played by Sydney Sweeney, a housekeeper who finds herself entangled in the dark secrets of the seemingly perfect Winchester family, portrayed by Amanda Seyfried and Brandon Sklenar. The film explores themes of class, deception, and hidden motives.
A Advice from Blake Lively
Interestingly, the casting of Sklenar was influenced by another Hollywood star. Feig revealed that Blake Lively, known for her role in Another Simple Favor, recommended Sklenar after working with him on It ends with Us. It’s speculated that Lively may have also played a role in securing Swift’s approval, given her close friendship with the 14-time Grammy-winning artist.
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