In a shocking turn of events, Denzel Washington, the actor known for his nuanced portrayals of complex characters, has turned down a whopping $50 million project with Disney. The reason? According to Washington, Disney is âjust too wokeâ for him. While some might see this as a principled stand, others are left wondering if Washingtonâs alarm clock is just set a few hours behind the times.
Over the past few years, Disney has been on a mission to out-woke every other studio in Hollywood. From introducing a princess whoâs passionate about recycling to a prince whoâs a vocal advocate for veganism, Disney has been ticking off every box in the progressive handbook. Rumor has it that their next project involves a musical number about composting set in the world of âFrozenâ. Elsa and Anna singing about the benefits of organic waste? Now thatâs a sequel worth waiting for.
Denzel, however, seems to have missed the memo about Hollywoodâs new direction. When asked about his decision, he remarked, âI just wanted to do a film about a regular guy who recycles because itâs the right thing to do, not because heâs trying to impress his eco-conscious love interest.â Ah, the good old days when characters had depth beyond their recycling habits.
Hollywood, never one to shy away from a juicy story, has had mixed reactions to Washingtonâs decision. One anonymous director remarked, âI always knew Denzel was a method actor, but I didnât realize his method involved living under a rock.â Meanwhile, a prominent actress was overheard saying, âIf being woke means getting $50 million, then someone please hand me an alarm clock.â
Of course, the fans had a field day on social media. #TooWokeForDenzel started trending, with many sharing memes of Washington looking confused by modern trends like avocado toast and electric cars. One fan tweeted, âDenzel rejects $50 million because of wokeness? Guess he wonât be buying that eco-friendly mansion anytime soon.â
While it remains to be seen if Denzel Washingtonâs stand against excessive wokeness will impact his career, one thing is clear: in the ever-evolving world of Hollywood, itâs essential to keep up with the times, even if it means setting your alarm clock a little earlier. As for Disney, theyâre reportedly in talks with another actor whoâs more in tune with their vision. Word on the street is that heâs a passionate advocate for sustainable fashion and has a pet alpaca named âEcoâ. Stay tuned for more updates.