Reels, Booze & Bro’s aka RB2 hosts Brian and Jay with Reel Bro fan Kevin bring you Training Day starring Denzel Washington. It is the first movie in our trilogy of Denzel Washington movies. Arguably Denzel Washington’s best movie and listen to us explain why. The booze for the podcast we had was from Industrial Arts Brewing Company. Tune in for more! And check out our poll at the bottom of the page.
Training Day: A Gritty Look into the Dark Side of Law Enforcement
Training Day is a 2001 crime thriller film directed by Antoine Fuqua and starring Denzel Washington and Ethan Hawke. The film takes a gritty look into the dark side of law enforcement in Los Angeles, and explores the corrupt practices and moral dilemmas that plague the city’s police force. In this review, we’ll dive deeper into the plot, characters, and themes of this gripping crime drama.
The film follows rookie LAPD officer Jake Hoyt (Ethan Hawke) as he begins his first day with the elite narcotics unit. His training officer is Alonzo Harris (Denzel Washington), a corrupt and ruthless detective who has his own set of rules and methods for enforcing the law. As the day progresses, Hoyt becomes increasingly uncomfortable with Harris’ actions and tactics, and begins to question his own morality and loyalty to the police force.
Denzel Washington’s portrayal of Alonzo Harris is the standout performance of the film. Harris is a complex character who is both charming and intimidating, and his actions and decisions throughout the film leave the audience wondering whether he is truly a “good guy” or a “bad guy”. Ethan Hawke’s performance as Jake Hoyt is also noteworthy, as he effectively conveys the inner turmoil and moral conflict that his character experiences throughout the film.
Training Day explores a number of themes related to law enforcement, corruption, and morality. One of the most prominent themes is the idea that there are no clear-cut lines between “good” and “bad” in the world of law enforcement, and that officers must make difficult decisions and compromises in order to do their jobs effectively. The film also touches on issues of police brutality, racial profiling, and the power dynamics that exist within police departments.
Training Day is a gripping and intense crime drama that offers a unique look into the dark side of law enforcement. Denzel Washington’s performance as Alonzo Harris is a highlight of the film, and the complex themes and moral dilemmas explored make it a thought-provoking and engaging watch. For fans of crime dramas and gritty thrillers, Training Day is a must-see.
If you’re a fan of gritty crime dramas that offer a unique look into the darker side of law enforcement, then Training Day is a must-see. With standout performances from Denzel Washington and Ethan Hawke, and complex themes that explore corruption, morality, and power dynamics within police departments, this film is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Booze we had for the podcast
- Style: IPA – Imperial/Double
- ABV: 8.2%
- From: Industrial Arts Brewing
- Style: IPA – New England
- ABV: 6.8%
- From: Atlantic City Brewing Company
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