I'd be more frightened by not using whatever abilities I'd been given. I'd be more frightened by procrastination and laziness.
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My role 14 years ago in Richard III - that was the first time I played a bad guy and learned a lot about it - they have all the fun!
Interpretation
What this quote means
Playing a villain in acting can be a valuable learning experience and often more enjoyable than other roles.
In this quote, Denzel Washington reflects on his experience portraying a villain in Richard III, emphasizing that this role taught him a great deal about character complexity and performance. He suggests that playing a 'bad guy' allows actors the freedom to explore darker aspects of human nature, making it an enjoyable and enriching experience.
Themes
ActingVillainCharacterPerformanceLearning
In practice
Example use cases
In a drama class, when discussing character development, you might quote Denzel Washington on the thrill of playing a villain.
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