In a cinematic landscape where the "movie star" is a rare and coveted title, Denzel Washington has carved out a formidable reputation. With two Academy Awards, a string of critical successes, and collaborations with directors like Spike Lee and Tony Scott, Washington's career is a testament to his versatility and skill. Yet, even the most acclaimed actors have their off days. For Washington, one such misstep was the 1995 sci-fi film Virtuosity . Despite a promising premise and a star-studded cast, the film remains one of Washington’s most notable box office flops. Here’s a closer look at why Virtuosity stumbled at the box office and why it’s worth revisiting. The Premise: A High-Tech Thriller with a Familiar Twist Released on August 4, 1995, Virtuosity was directed by Brett Leonard, whose previous success with The Lawnmower Man had set high expectations. The film starred Denzel Washington as Parker Barnes, a Los Angeles police officer wrongfully imprisoned after a trag
White Men Can't Jump (2023) Movie Review Story description Jeremy is a young white man who hustles basketball games in Los Angeles. He is good at basketball, but he is not good enough to make it to the NBA. One day, Jeremy meets Kamal, a former NBA player who is now a coach. Kamal sees potential in Jeremy, and he offers to help him train for the NBA draft. Jeremy agrees, and he and Kamal start working together. As Jeremy and Kamal train, they develop a close friendship. They learn a lot about each other, and they help each other to grow as people. Jeremy learns to believe in himself, and Kamal learns to let go of his past. Eventually, Jeremy gets drafted by an NBA team. He is excited to start his new life, and he is grateful to Kamal for helping him to achieve his dream. Cast Jack Harlow as Jeremy Lance Reddick as Kamal Sinqua Walls as Ray Rosie Perez as Gloria Tiffany Haddish as Jackie IMDb ratings IMDb: 2.8/10 based on 506 user ratings Metacritic: No score yet based on 1 critic