Aaliyah was signed to appear in several future films, including a romantic film titled Some Kind of Blue, and a Whitney Houston–produced remake of the 1976 film Sparkle. Houston recalled Aaliyah being "so enthusiastic" about the film; the project was shelved after she died.
Aaliyah had been signed to star in several upcoming films, including a romantic movie called "Some Kind of Blue," and a remake of the 1976 film "Sparkle," which Whitney Houston was producing. Aaliyah expressed great enthusiasm for both projects; however, they were put on hold after her passing.