E-mail a friendJanuary 8, 2008
Two-time Oscar-winning actor-turned-director Denzel Washington says sharing ideas with young actors and collaborating makes directing more fun than acting.
Denzel Washington
Denzel Washington
Actor-director responds to the debate over why some of his roles haven't been honored by the Academy. (3:44)
Denzel Washington has crafted one of the most respectable careers in Hollywood history. His body of work includes complex performances as villains, heroes and pioneers, and his impact goes beyond his Oscar-winning performances, inspiring many African Americans to pursue their dream of acting. Focused now on his passion for filmmaking, Washington's second film as director is The Great Debaters—nominated for a Best Picture Golden Globe. He also received an acting nod for his star turn in American Gangster.
