You know you’re doing something right when audiences start comparing you to Denzel Washington. But if anybody is worthy of the comparison, it’s Star Wars alum John Boyega. Boyega has consistently given outstanding performances since his debut role in Attack on the Block. The viewers would be able to see some Washington in the televised event. Star Wars star. The online comparisons were heard by the film and TV actor and they finally replied.
His performance in the thriller Breaking hasn’t squelched the similarities between the two actors as audiences have compared his performance to Denzel Washington’s performance in 2002’s John Q. This comparison made so much noise that it was almost impossible to hear. “John is Denzel”Online trending began. While John Boyega has been aware of the online banter, he downplayed fans seeing him as the two-time Oscar winner’s successor. Boyega also mentioned that Yahoo! that he doesn’t necessarily believe he’s gotten there just yet. His words are:
I am not part of that conversation, man. It’s a blessing if that’s what they see. Denzel is one the most talented actors in the business. I’m just starting out. For me, I don’t have the time nor the skills to engage in such a conversation. For this opportunity, I will thank God.
As Boyega mentioned, he’s still early in his career and has more great roles to reach the status of Denzel Washington. For any actor who is making a name, being compared to Washington can be flattering. The Small AxeActor wants to work hard to create a filmography that is similar to the one in the movie. Macbeth’s Tragic EndWashington and the icon that precedes his name are both mentioned in the same sentence.
John Boyega could be moving into Washington territory with his latest film, it seems. Nicole Beharie, his co-star, said that he brought energy and hard work to the set. “made her job easier.”Even Breaking co-writer Kwame Kwei-Armah couldn’t help but sing Boyega’s praises as he recalled knowing the 30-year-old actor “was gonna be brilliant”As Brian Brown Easley, a frustrated veteran. Kwei Armah was astonished by his final performance once he arrived on the set.
Denzel Washington has set the standard for emerging actors. John Boyega and MCU star Michael B. Jordan, as well as his son John David Washington, have all faced these comparisons since making their mark in Hollywood. Will Smith, Oscar winner, called Washington a mentor after he received a sweet note during their competition for Best Actor. The two-time Oscar winner is passionate about helping young actors. ElvisAustin Butler is the new title role. Maverick is the Top GunGlen Powell, a star, takes a chance on a Hollywood career.
John Boyega is enjoying critical acclaim for his role in Golden Globe-winning film Small Axe. The Star WarsStar is receiving notices Breaking as critics singled him out as the film’s best performance. The true-life thriller can currently be seen in cinemas. The historical epic will feature him next. The Woman KingAs King Ghezo in the trailer. September 16th, the film will be in cinemas. You can check out our 2022 movie calendar to keep track of all new releases.