Denzel Washington\u2019s status as a cinematic icon is undisputed, with his filmography boasting an array of masterpieces that have solidified his place in Hollywood history. However, what might surprise some is the frequency with which Washington has taken on roles in film remakes, often breathing new life into beloved classics.<\/p>\n
Among his notable remakes are \u201cThe Manchurian Candidate,\u201d \u201cMan on Fire,\u201d \u201cThe Magnificent Seven,\u201d and \u201cThe Taking of Pelham 123.\u201d Additionally, his portrayal of Robert McCall in \u201cThe Equalizer\u201d franchise stems from a reimagining of the 1980s television series.<\/p>\n
While promoting \u201cThe Manchurian Candidate,\u201d which itself was a remake of a 1962 film starring Frank Sinatra, Washington offered insight into his perspective on revisiting classic material. He articulated to IGN that the notion of certain films being considered \u201cuntouchable\u201d classics shouldn\u2019t deter filmmakers from exploring new interpretations.<\/p>\n
\u201cA lot of people considered original Shakespeare a classic, too, but he\u2019s been interpreted many times,\u201d Washington pointed out. Drawing a parallel to theater, where reinterpretations of classic works are commonplace, he questioned why cinema should be treated any differently.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s a fair point, right?\u201d Washington mused. Indeed, the prejudice against remakes in the film industry contrasts with the acceptance of reimaginings in other artistic mediums. Perhaps, as Washington suggests, our perception of remakes in cinema warrants reconsideration.<\/p>\n
However, there are limits even to Washington\u2019s open-mindedness when it comes to remakes. As he humorously alluded to, certain cinematic masterpieces, like \u201cJaws,\u201d are best left untouched. After all, there are some lines even the most daring filmmakers dare not cross, lest they incur the wrath of a hungry great white shark \u2013 or, in jest, the passionate fans who hold these classics dear.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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