Denzel Washington not receiving an Academy Award nomination for Gladiator II would prove that he has bad luck with Ridley Scott movies.

In fact, Washington has never been nominated for a BAFTA. Considering his career took off in the 1980s and he's won two Oscars and three Golden Globes as well as being nominated at the Emmys and the Grammys, it is quite remarkable.

As Shakespeare wrote, “Life is but a walking shadow,” and Denzel Washington is the poor player who continues to be heard no more, at least in the eyes of BAFTA. With over 65 film credits, nine Academy Award nominations (including two wins) and more than 270 accolades across a 45-year career,

It’s not exactly a controversial statement to say that Denzel Washington is one of our greatest living actors. Many of Denzel Washington's best movies include some of the greatest acting performances in history.