Denzel Washington is a two-time Academy Award-winning actor who has starred in some of the most popular and critically acclaimed films of the past three decades. He began his career in television in the early 1980s, but it was his performance in the 1989 film Glory that earned him his first Oscar nomination. He won the award for Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of Tripp, a runaway slave in the film.
Washington has since gone on to star in a wide range of films, including Malcolm X, The Hurricane, Remember the Titans, Training Day, and Fences. He has also directed three films, including Antwone Fisher and The Great Debaters.
Washington’s favorite character that he has played so far
Out of the umpteen legendary characters portrayed by Denzel Washington, as it turns out, his favorite is the titular protagonist from the film, Roman J. Israel, Esq. Though the film didn’t do very well at the box office, it was very well received by critics globally. The film grossed $13 million globally, against a production cost of $22 million. The film is written and directed by Dan Gilroy, who is also a co-writer on the Star Wars: Rogue One prequel, Andor.
In an interview with the folks at The Inquirer, Gilroy said,
“I came off Nightcrawler and I spent eight months writing this script, and I wasn’t paid to write it. I wrote it for Denzel, though I had never met him before.”
“I’ve been obsessed with Denzel forever. I think he’s the greatest actor in the world, and I’ve always wanted to work with him. When I heard he was interested, I flew to New York and had a three-hour lunch with him, and he shook my hand and said, I want to do this with you.” “Because he’s never played a character like this before. So many of his characters are alpha males and very together and strong.”
Gilroy and Washington re-edited the film after it premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival. The new version is 12 minutes shorter than the festival premiere. The re-edit includes the removal of some scenes and the replacement of some songs on the soundtrack.
Denzel Washington: The man, the myth, the legend
Washington is known for his versatility and his ability to portray both real-life figures and fictional characters. He is also a respected actor in the theater, and he has won two Tony Awards for his performances in Fences and A Raisin in the Sun. In addition to his acting career, Washington is also a successful businessman. He has his own production company, and he has invested in a number of other businesses.
He is also a philanthropist, and he has donated millions of dollars to various charities. Denzel Washington is one of the most successful and respected actors in Hollywood. He is an inspiration to many people, and he is sure to continue to be a major force in Hollywood for many years to come.
The film is available for streaming on Netflix.
Source: The Inquirer
