@cinemajestic: Before filming American Gangster, Denzel Washington spent time with the real Frank Lucas to study his mannerisms, speech, and personality. Lucas was also present on set during filming and would occasionally correct Denzel on small details, helping him better understand how he carried himself. What surprised Denzel most was that Lucas did not fit the stereotypical image of a flashy drug kingpin. Instead, he came across as calm, discreet, polite, and almost ordinary. That apparent normality became a key part of Denzel’s portrayal in the film. Lucas was reportedly impressed by Denzel’s performance, praising how accurately he captured his demeanor and presence. However, Lucas also acknowledged that American Gangster took liberties with his story. While he considered Denzel’s portrayal largely accurate, some events were heavily dramatized or altered for Hollywood, meaning the movie should not be taken as a completely accurate account of his life. #americangangster #denzelwashington #movie

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