Denzel Washington is one out of the five actors nominated for SAG outstanding performance by a male actor in a leading role. His impeccable interpretation of the character Macbeth in Joel Coen’s ‘The Tragedy of Macbeth’ has undoubtedly reminded audience that he stays atop of the best performers in Hollywood.
Washington, who stars opposite three-time Oscar winner Frances McDormand (Lady Macbeth) in this black and white classic has for decades defined his craft onscreen as a timeless delivery well-clipped for generations yet unborn.
Till date, some of his featured works in the early and late 90s marvel spectators of today (check Malcolm X, 1992). From energetic action roles (The Training Day) to numb dramas that squeezes emotions (Fences), Washington has literally done it all.
As we prep our couches and evening wine glasses for a night watch of ‘The Tragedy of Macbeth’ released on Apple TV Plus today, we dedicate our weekend watch list to honour, applaud and celebrate one of the greatest actors of modern time, Denzel Washington.
FILMS
The Bone Collector
SYNOPSIS: Lincoln, a detective who has quadriplegia, is on the case of a serial killer who abducts his victims and brutally kills them. Soon, the killer begins to leaves clues for him and his partner.
Available to watch: Netflix
‘Flight’
SYNOPSIS: Whip Whitaker, an airline pilot, saves a flight from crashing. However, the mandated investigation reveals that he was flying the plane under the influence of alcohol and cocaine.
Available to watch: Netflix
‘The Little Things’
SYNOPSIS: When a serial killer strikes again, a former detective who worked on the case years ago is teamed up with the rookie. But before they can find anything against a suspect, the FBI gets involved.
Available to watch: Amazon Prime Video
‘Malcolm X’
SYNOPSIS: Malcolm Little, an African-American leader, starts out as a small-time gangster. However, after hitting rock bottom, he becomes a member of the Nation of Islam.
Available to watch: HBO Max
‘The Pelican Brief‘
SYNOPSIS: A law student writes a legal brief on the reasons that made Khamel, an assassin, kill two Supreme Court justices. When she learns that her theory is accurate, she gets attacked by thugs.
Available to watch: Netflix
‘The Tragedy of Macbeth‘
SYNOPSIS: A Scottish lord becomes convinced by a trio of witches that he will become the next King of Scotland. His ambitious wife will do anything to support him in his plans of seizing power.
Available to watch: Apple TV Plus
‘Fences’
SYNOPSIS: Troy, an African American man who once longed to be a baseball player, misses the opportunity due to racism. As time passes, he takes out his frustration on his loved ones and ruins his son’s future.
Available to watch: Peacock
‘The Equalizer‘
SYNOPSIS: McCall gives up violence and wishes to lead a quiet and undisturbed life. However, brutal events force him to once again take up the fight for justice.
Available to watch: Netflix
‘Training Day‘
SYNOPSIS: Detective Alonzo, a senior narcotics officer, must train Jake Hoyt during the course of a day. However, Hoyt learns that Alonzo’s methods are not ethical and he soon realises that he is being trapped.
Available to watch: HBO Max
