Spike Lee Praises A$AP Rocky, Denzel Washington in Upcoming Film

Spike Lee's latest film, Highest 2 Lowest, marks his fifth collaboration with Denzel Washington and features A$AP Rocky in a prominent role as Washington's on-screen son. Lee praised Rocky for holding his own opposite Washington, noting the strong resemblance between the two actors which adds depth to their father-son dynamic. The film is a reinterpretation of Akira Kurosawa’s 1963 Japanese film High and Low, set in New York City, with Washington playing a titan music mogul and Rocky portraying an aspiring rapper. Lee highlighted that while many actors become overwhelmed acting alongside Washington, Rocky confidently matched his presence "toe-to-toe." Highest 2 Lowest premiered at Cannes to acclaim and is scheduled for a theatrical release on August 22, followed by availability on Apple TV+ on September 5. The cast also includes notable names such as Jeffrey Wright and Ice Spice, further elevating the project's profile.