Denzel Washington

“As many of you know, we have implemented changes to diversify our membership in the last four years. But the change is not coming as fast as we would like. We need to do more, and better and more quickly.”

The new hit family melodrama Empire, which debuted on Fox Jan. 7 has a line-up of guest celebrities to keep the momentum going, and its co-creator is looking for more.

If you were lucky enough to catch Denzel Washington in “A Raisin in the Sun” on Broadway, you saw the hugely charismatic actor portray, in an iconic role, the full complexity of a human being: strengths and weaknesses, attributes and flaws, durability and vulnerability. All topped off, of course, with that boyish Washington charm.

Ever wished your job was slightly more exciting? You might reassess such notions after watching this supposed adrenaline-rush thriller.

With its adrenaline-inducing, heart-pounding action sequences and plenty of surprise twists, “Safe House” proves better than expected.