Denzel Washington: “I’m Tired of Movies
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Denzel Washington Reveals he No Longer watches Films
Actor Denzel Washington recently shared a surprising revelation while promoting
Spike Lee’s new film, “Highest 2 Lowest” – he no longer watches films.
The Revelation During a GQ Roundtable
During a GQ roundtable
discussion with Lee adn co-star A$AP Rocky, Washington stated candidly:
“I don’t watch movies, man. I really don’t. I’m just being honest with
you! I don’t watch movies! I don’t go to the movies. I don’t watch
movies.… I’m tired of movies. Yeah.”
Lee prompted Washington to estimate his filmography, to which the actor
responded, “Too many. I think 50!” “Highest 2 Lowest” represents the fifth
professional collaboration between Washington and Lee.
A Career Spanning Four Decades
Over the past forty-four years, Denzel Washington has amassed an notable
filmography, with over fifty credits to his name. He has received critical
acclaim and numerous accolades, including two Academy Awards and nine
nominations.
| Award | Wins | Nominations |
|---|---|---|
| Academy Award | 2 | 9 |
| Golden Globe Award | 3 | 15 |
| Screen Actors Guild Award | 2 | 13 |
Disinterest in Awards
Despite his success, Washington has consistently expressed a lack of
interest in awards shows. He has stated publicly that accolades are not his
primary motivation. He focuses on the work itself, rather than external
validation.
The Potential Reasons Behind his Decision
Several factors could contribute to Washington’s decision to stop watching
films.
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Overexposure: After appearing in over fifty films,he may
simply be saturated with his own work and the medium in general. -