Training Day (2001)

"Training Day" is a 2001 police thriller film directed by Antoine Fuqua and written by David Ayer. The film stars Denzel Washington, who won an Academy Award for his performance, and Ethan Hawke, who received a nomination for Best Supporting Actor.

Denzel Washington portrays the role of Alonzo Harris, a corrupt detective in the LAPD's narcotics division who takes Ethan Hawke's character, Jake Hoyt, on a 24-hour training mission through the streets of Los Angeles. Alonzo is a seasoned officer who has been on the job for many years and has a reputation for getting results no matter the cost. Hoyt, on the other hand, is a rookie cop who is eager to make a name for himself in the force.

As the day progresses, Alonzo leads Hoyt into increasingly dangerous situations and exposes him to the seedy underbelly of the LAPD. Alonzo's methods are unorthodox, and Hoyt begins to question his mentor's motivations and tactics. The situation becomes more complicated when Hoyt learns that Alonzo is involved in criminal activities and corruption, putting his career and life in danger.