Denzel Washington has the uncanny ability of demanding our attention. No matter what he does or who he plays, the viewer is glued to his winsome charm, his confidence, his ability to stay cool when the heat is on and his consistent, persistent excellence. He’s a lovable leading man and is somehow more believable and more badass as he ages. Classy, sexy, dangerous, even pensive, the man can do it all. An eight-time Oscar nominee and two-time Oscar winner, Mr. Washington is one of the all-time greats, giving us unforgettable performances time and time again, no matter the genre. It’s hard to narrow down Denzel’s best performances, so I’m making this a two-part celebration, starting with a handful of action thrillers.