Is Denzel Washington racist for refusing to make love scenes with white actresses?
In case people don't know the whole story, Denzel Washington refused to do a love scene with Julia Roberts in the film "Pelican Brief." He said it was because "Black women are not often seen as objects of desire on film. And they are my core audience." Was this a racist decision? My heart says no, because it was intended to be positive, to not take power away from a group (in this case, black women). My head, however, says that any decision based specifically on race is, by definition, racist. (I said the decision was racist, not that he was. There is a difference.) I don't think it was a good decision (it compromised the movie, anyway). There is a point to be made, however, that very few movies succeed if they depict a positive romantic relationship between people of two different races. That needs to change. By the way, he has done love scenes with white women since then. And to those who say it's okay if he isn't attracted to white women, that isn't the point. He can be attracted to whomever he likes. This is about doing a job - filming a movie. Do you think that Jake Gyllenhaal and Heath Ledger chose the roles in Brokeback Mountain because they were attracted to each other? It was a good story, with good characters, which made it a great job. By the way, to the answerer below regarding the Pelican Brief - I appreciate your opinion. In the book, they do eventually develop a romantic relationship. It isn't the point of the whole movie, but ignoring the attraction between them did change the dynamic.
Why is Denzel Washington considered such a handsome guy?
I don't think he's all that handsome either, but he is attractive..i think it is more because he is such a good actor. Stop saying no homo....it makes you sound like you could be a homosexual, but you are trying to prove otherwise... Just appreciate their looks and move on...it's not like you are saying "they are so handsome, I would sleep with them"
Why are women so ga-ga ove Denzel Washington?
I've always wondered the exact same thing. I really don't see what the big deal is. But I DO like to watch him walk! He is smooooooth THAT way. He and Jeff Goldblum have verrry sexy walks. But from the neck up...eh!
Why does Denzel Washington always refuse to kiss white women in movies?
His reasons are: "White men would not want to see that", "I have black female fanbase that I want to stay loyal to" This is racist to me. If Tom Hanks said he didn't want to kiss black women, the media would kill him.
What do white women think about black guys?
(Going anonymous, just in case…) As a white woman, I have a different experience than those already mentioned. Charlie Toure’s answer makes a lot of sense! And for many people, that might be the underlying reason for the attitudes toward black men.For myself, it’s different. I’m white (like, Irish white, so nearly transparent) and living in Atlanta, Georgia. When I was in the military, I met people from all different countries, from all over the US, and had a mix of experiences with those people. Get down here to Atlanta and it’s almost completely negative. A few black guys I’ve met were just genuinely nice, smart, honest people. The majority, however, were proving the stereotypes true. I couldn’t even walk to the apartment complex mailbox without being approached, being asked to cheat on my husband (even while I was pregnant), or being stalked. I had to carry pepper spray just to pick my kids up from the bus stop because the harassment got so bad. (We were one of only a few — 3 or 4 — white families in the 800 unit complex.) Sometimes I’d get asked how much I charge per hour. Sometimes they’d nearly crawl into the car with me if I was sitting in the car waiting for my kids after school.My husband’s mom has always dated black guys (after her two white marriages were over), and his experiences also prove stereotypes true: cheating, violent, abusive, and selfish.Are those qualities present in other races/colors? Absolutely! Are the stereotypes there because it’s more prevalent in American black culture? Yep. It’s not universally true. So to answer the original question — what do I (as a white woman) think of black guys? I’ve had enough very negative experiences that I shy farther away when I see a black guy, and I never walk anywhere alone in Atlanta.Edit: Clarified that my perspective applies predominantly to American black guys/culture. I have met black people from other parts of the world and the experience and people were vastly different (and more decent) than the American attitudes.
Isn't it time we start calling Denzel The G.O.A.T.?
Training Day, American Gangster, Mo Betta Blues, Courage Under Fire, The Manchurian Candidate, and I could go on and on. Denzel is the best actor. Not the best black actor. The BEST actor. I know many will debate this, but I don't see anyone better. He actually brings the character to life. I thnik he is the GOAT (greatest of all time). I didnt include Malcolm X because that was far and away the best acting job that I have ever seen. Let the debate begin
Why girls find denzel washington attractive?
He isn't ugly but he isn't gorgeous either. I think the fact that he is talented is a lot of it
POLL : Why Do So Many Blonde Women Love Black Men?
prolly cuz u look like trey songz...or denzel washington...or will smith...or neyo...or terrel owens....or p.diidy.... Im black but i think its prolly cuz u look good. cuz its not for ALL black guys. i know a few that girls (white) find creepy.