Ashton Sanders stars in the film Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody, which releases in theaters on December 23rd.
This film tells the life story of Houston and her influence on music. Over the years, people have heard stories and seen headlines about Houston and her past troubles with drugs and alcohol. The same as all humans, each individual is complex and has a grander story attached to them than what meets the eyes and ears. This biopic pays tribute to the musical icon and celebrates her powerful vocals and lyrical impact on past and future generations. Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody offers fans a deeper insight into the icon’s life and work while still touching on the tragedies she experienced. Houston’s legacy continues, and she remains a household name for her talent, which is deeply rooted within the music industry.
The film recreates some of her most memorable performances and career triumphs, such as her 1991 Super Bowl performance. Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody remains authentic to the storytelling about these successes and private battles. Sanders plays the role of Bobby Brown, who was a huge factor in Houston’s high and low moments. He describes his preparation for this role as one where he strayed away from the stigmas and stereotypes portrayed against Brown due to public scrutiny of his relationship with Houston. The film sheds light on these defining moments creating a nuanced view of Houston.
The Knockturnal spoke with Sanders about his role and what he hopes fans will take away from the film.
