Flight. Dir. Robert Zemeckis. Perf. Denzel Washington. Paramount Pictures, 2012. Film.
Denzel Washington plays the role of an alcoholic and cocaine addict who is forced to man a malfunctioning plane. Despite being inebriated and high on cocaine, he is able to save the lives of most of the people on board with his unmatched talent and skill. He is branded as a hero but his flaws eventually come to light. Denzel is a prime example of the anti-hero. The anti-hero is someone who is self-serving, anti-social, and gives in to temptation. All of these traits are carried by Whip(Denzel). However, the most defining act that makes him the anti-hero is when he admits his faults in order to save the reputation of one of his crew members. Even though Whip is morally corrupt, he ultimately gives in to desires of a hero.
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