At the Writers Guild Theatre in Beverly Hills, as his ear was cocked for the closing credits, we were eventually joined by “Fences” stage vet Stephen McKinley Henderson, who reprises the role of best-friend Bono in the film.Īnne Thompson: It struck me that there’s a drive in you not to just settle for what’s comfortable - to do something more.ĭenzel Washington: Well, Scott Rudin, seven years ago, sent me August’s screenplay. He stays close to his wife and family, lives a normal life as much as he can, and returns to the theater for sustenance. He’s fun to talk to, because he’s buoyant and engaged he listens and responds. He’s doing better than most Hollywood stars in this department, keeping global audiences coming to popcorn fare such as “The Magnificent Seven,” “Equalizer,” “Unstoppable,” “Two Guns” and “Safe House,” while adding occasional nourishment from films like “Flight,” “Inside Man,” “Remember the Titans” and “Hurricane.” He’s been nominated six times, winning for “Glory” and “Training Day.” Since his breakout in 1984’s “A Soldier’s Story,” Washington has built his movie-star status over the decades. READ MORE: Denzel Washington Stuns with ‘Fences’: How He Dodged Broadway’s Stagey Curse “Fences” She’s already won the Critics Choice and Golden Globe awards, and has BAFTA and SAG in her sights. Viola Davis Gets the ‘Woman King’ Celebration Oscar Season Failed to Deliverĭavis made the call to change her status to supporting, partly to take the pressure off her busy schedule.
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