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Filmmaker Paul Feig Shares Story Behind "The Housemaid" Soundtrack


Director Paul Feig has revealed he was convinced that pop superstar Taylor Swift would never clear one of her songs for his upcoming film, "The Housemaid." The filmmaker expressed his shock and gratitude after receiving the green light for the track, which he believed was a long shot.


The Tense Wait for Music Clearance


Feig admitted that the process of securing the song rights was a nerve

  • wracking experience. He had selected the specific Taylor Swift song for a key scene in the psychological thriller but held little hope that the request would be approved, given the artist's selective approach to licensing her music.


    • A Positive Response from Taylor Swift


    Contrary to Feig's expectations, the approval came through. The director did not specify which of Swift's songs will be featured, but his comments highlight the significant role music will play in "The Housemaid." The positive response indicates that Swift connected with the film's vision and the specific context for her music.


    The inclusion of a Taylor Swift track is expected to be a major talking point for the film, adding an extra layer of anticipation for its release. This collaboration marks another instance of a major musical artist supporting a cinematic project with their work.