Great actors take inspiration from other actors, and this is the same for the Beckett star, who revealed his favorite movie performances of all time. Washington named Robert De Niro’s work in Raging Bull and Heath Ledger’s turn as the Joker in The Dark Knight and more. He also didn’t hesitate to shout out one of his father’s most iconic roles, that of Malcolm X in Spike Lee’s 1992 biopic.
Source: John David Washington Shares His Favorite Performance From His Dad Denzel Washington | Cinemablend