Washington seems to invest in some of the best young talent, and Powell should be proud to be in that class.
Washington undoubtedly chose the right young actor to encourage, considering Powell has achieved massive success over the last few years.
Some older acting vets may feel threatened by young, up-and-coming talent, but stories about Washington suggest he feels the opposite, supporting young talent when he can.
You can also see Denzel Washington in Gladiator 2, which will hit theaters on November 22nd of this year.