Denzel Washington is the greatest actor alive, don’t @ us. From the stage to the big screen, Denzel brings both gravitas and undeniable charm to all of his roles. Ahead of Thursday’s release of Roman J. Israel, Esq., we’re celebrating Denzel all day here at The Ringer.
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November 22, 2017
Denzel Washington Can’t Save ‘Roman J. Israel, Esq.’
Dan Gilroy’s follow-up to ‘Nightcrawler’ never quite finds its voice
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November 22, 2017
How Spike Lee and Denzel Washington Turned ‘Malcolm X’ Into a Hollywood Epic
In the aftermath of the L.A. riots, a determined filmmaker and a brilliant actor overcame budget concerns and voices of dissent to transform the life story of a radical black thinker into a cinematic masterpiece
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November 21, 2017
Denzel Washington and the Art of Intimidation
The legendary actor issues threats that instill fear and reverence in characters and audiences alike
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November 21, 2017
The Denzel Washington Morality Axis
From Alonzo Harris to Malcolm X, arranging the many characters played by the great actor on a continuum that measures moral code
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November 21, 2017
Remembering ‘Heart Condition,’ Denzel Washington’s Greatest Mistake
The writer and director of the 1990 police-buddy-comedy-as-racial-awakening reflects on the film that reportedly scared Washington away from comedies for two decades
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November 21, 2017
What Is the Best Denzel Washington Movie?
From ‘Mo’ Better Blues’ to ‘Training Day,’ there’s no mistaking Denzel’s talent—but where is it best showcased?