Laurence Fishburne on 'The Amateur,' Mentors, and Defining Success

Character and Career Reflections

• 🎭 Laurence Fishburne discusses his character Henderson in 'The Amateur,' describing him as the person you call for help or to "dispose of something," adding a professional spin.
• 🌟 He reflects on his career, highlighting influential mentors like Rosco Lee Brown, Sidney Poitier, and Marlon Brando.

Defining Success

• 🐶 Fishburne shares his unique definition of success: when dogs and children like you.
• 🤝 He elaborates that true connection is demonstrated by being able to connect with an innocent baby, even if not making them smile.

Career Risks and Underestimations

• 🎬 Fishburne identifies saying yes to Spike Lee's first feature film, 'School Days,' as a significant risk that paid off early in his career.
• 🎤 He believes he underestimates his own singing voice, noting that underestimation is a theme in 'The Amateur.'

Personal Anecdotes and Movie Moments

• 🏖️ His ideal perfect day off involves a beach in a tropical setting.
• 🍻 The movie line he quotes most is "Outstanding. Major, get you a case of beer for that one," from Robert Duvall in 'Apocalypse Now.'
• 🎀 The last thing he Googled how to do was tie a bow tie.