In a surprising twist, Denzel Washington, the acclaimed actor celebrated for his nuanced portrayals of complex characters, has declined a lucrative $50 million project with Disney.

The reason behind Washington’s decision? According to him, Disney is simply “too woke” for his taste. While some view this as a principled stance, others are questioning whether Washington’s perspective might be a tad outdated.

In recent years, Disney has taken on the mission to out-woke every other studio in Hollywood. From introducing environmentally conscious princesses to princes advocating for veganism, Disney seems to be ticking off every box in the progressive handbook.

There are whispers of their next project involving a musical number about composting set in the world of “Frozen.” Elsa and Anna singing about the benefits of organic waste? Now, that’s a sequel worth anticipating.

However, it appears Denzel might have missed the memo about Hollywood’s new direction.

When questioned about his decision, he explained, “I just wanted to do a film about a regular guy who recycles because it’s the right thing to do, not because he’s trying to impress his eco-conscious love interest.”

It seems he longs for the days when characters had depth beyond their recycling habits.

Hollywood, never one to shy away from a captivating story, has responded with mixed reactions to Washington’s choice. An anonymous director quipped, “I always knew Denzel was a method actor, but I didn’t realize his method involved living under a rock.”

Meanwhile, a prominent actress jokingly remarked, “If being woke means getting $50 million, then someone please hand me an alarm clock.”

Fans took to social media to share their thoughts, with #TooWokeForDenzel trending. Many posted memes featuring Washington looking bemused by modern trends like avocado toast and electric cars.

One fan humorously tweeted, “Denzel rejects $50 million because of wokeness? Guess he won’t be buying that eco-friendly mansion anytime soon.”

While the impact of Denzel Washington’s stance against excessive wokeness on his career remains to be seen, one thing is clear: in the ever-evolving world of Hollywood, staying attuned to the times is essential, even if it means setting the alarm clock a little earlier.

As for Disney, they’re reportedly in talks with another actor more aligned with their vision. Word on the street is that he’s a fervent advocate for sustainable fashion and has a pet alpaca named “Eco.” Stay tuned for further updates.