MOVIES: Denzel Washington Working with Spike Lee Again, a Fifth Time and Strong
Spike Lee changed the film's ending after witnessing Denzel Washington's authentic reaction to a character's singing, highlighting their deep creative collaboration in this thriller.
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Spike Lee reveals how Denzel Washington's performance changed a key element in 'Highest 2 Lowest'
Spike Lee and Denzel Washington have made four films together over the course of 30 years (Mo' Better Blues, Malcolm X, He Got Game, and Inside Man), cementing their legacy in the cinematic hall of fame. Their new film, Highest 2 Lowest, marks their fifth collaboration, making it clear they have a special artistic connection that transcends the screen. In an interview with Mashable's executive producer Mark Stetson, Spike Lee shares a story from…

Spike Lee doesn’t want any of his films to inspire some other director to make a ‘remake’. “At least while I’m alive; when I’m dead, let them do whatever they want,” he tells us by video conference. Sitting next to him, Denzel Washington interrupts him: “Come on, man, get wet, tell us which film of you might be the subject of a ‘remake’, and who should direct it.” Pressed, Lee replies: “I would love to see a new version of ‘The Last Night’ (2002…
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