The Price of Mediocrity: Morgan Freeman's Compromise on Artistic Merit Morgan Freeman has never been one for subtlety. A five time Oscar nominee, he won the supporting actor trophy for "Million Dollar Baby.
" His career spans over four decades, with notable roles in iconic films like "The Shawshank Redemption" and the "Dark Knight" trilogy.
However, in a recent interview with The New York Times, Freeman dropped a bombshell that has left many fans questioning the value they place on artistic integrity: he's willing to overlook a mediocre script if the pay is good enough.