Michael B. Jordan shares Denzel Washington's advice on social media exposure, press
Michael B. Jordan recalled receiving valuable advice from Denzel Washington that he applied to his blossoming career in a new exclusive interview.
Speaking to New York Magazine, Jordan discussed his reserved approach to social media and press, citing the guidance he received from the veteran actor.
“Why would they pay to see you on a weekend if they see you all week for free?” the "Sinners" star told the outlet.
Despite being a household name in Hollywood, Jordan has kept his private life under wraps, although his previous relationship with socialite Lori Harvey made headlines. In the interview, he mentioned that not sharing many details about his life “creates a demand.”
'He thought I was a movie star'
Jordan's New York Magazine feature comes on the heels of the success of Ryan Coogler's horror film "Sinners," which became a box office darling and a pop culture staple.
Jordan plays the notorious Smokestack twins, who moved back to Clarksdale, Mississippi, in the 1930s to open a juke joint. The actor reflected on his long-term collaboration with Coogler and how the esteemed director poured into him during a time of uncertainty in his career.
“He told me he thought I was a movie star,” Jordan said of his first interaction with Coogler after reading the script for 2013's "Fruitvale Station."
“He thought I was a great actor, and he wanted to show the rest of the world that, and he wanted to make the movie with me," he continued.
The duo went on to work on other acclaimed projects together, including "Black Panther," "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever," and "Creed."
When will 'Sinners' be available to stream? When will it be released on 4k Blu-ray/DVD?
"Sinners" will be available to buy and rent on digital platforms such as Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home on June 3, Warner Bros. said in a news release.
Pre-orders are available on platforms such as Prime Video and Fandango at Home for $24.99.
The movie will be available on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD at online and physical retailers on July 8. Warner Bros. said the digital, 4K UHD and Blu-ray version of the movie will offer special features such as the making of the movie, the creation of the characters and their costumes and deleted scenes, among others.
The 138-minute film was released in theaters on April 18.
Contributing: Fernando Cervantes Jr., Paste BN
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