Denzel Washington: A Model American (2022)

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In 30 years of a deeply committed career and 50 roles, Denzel Washington, double-Oscar winner, placed the figure of the Black man in all its complexity at the heart of the American paradoxes: from Black activist, rebel soldier to gangster torn between violence and charity. Voted best actor of the 21st century by the New York Times a few months ago, Denzel Washington, 65, has risen to the top of American cinema. As an Actor, director and producer, he has shaken up a "color line" as immutable as it is subtle. Often identified with his characters, he reveals himself to be disconcerting and paradoxical. As if he were holding up a mirror to America in which all of its contradictions and failings were reflected. A documentary that chronicles the extraordinary career of the world-renowned African-American actor.

Director: Sonia Dauger
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 53 min
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Production: Brainworks
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr

Keywords

biography, usa cinema, american history, figure study

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Denzel Washington: A Model American about?
In 30 years of a deeply committed career and 50 roles, Denzel Washington, double-Oscar winner, placed the figure of the Black man in all its complexity at the heart of the American paradoxes: from Black activist, rebel soldier to gangster torn between violence and charity. Voted best actor of the 21st century by the New York Times a few months ago, Denzel Washington, 65, has risen to the top of American cinema. As an Actor, director and producer, he has shaken up a "color line" as immutable as it is subtle. Often identified with his characters, he reveals himself to be disconcerting and paradoxical. As if he were holding up a mirror to America in which all of its contradictions and failings were reflected. A documentary that chronicles the extraordinary career of the world-renowned African-American actor.
Who directed Denzel Washington: A Model American?
Denzel Washington: A Model American was directed by Sonia Dauger.
Who stars in Denzel Washington: A Model American?
Denzel Washington: A Model American stars Spike Lee, Steven Spielberg, Martin Scorsese, Matthew Broderick, Kenneth Branagh.
How long is Denzel Washington: A Model American?
Denzel Washington: A Model American has a runtime of 53m (53 minutes).
What genre is Denzel Washington: A Model American?
Denzel Washington: A Model American is a Documentary film.
Where was Denzel Washington: A Model American produced?
Denzel Washington: A Model American was produced in France.