In the 1999 crime thriller The Bone Collector, Angelina Jolie experienced something rare and powerful—an emotional intimacy with Denzel Washington’s character that she called “the best sex I ever had.” This is surprising given their characters never shared physical moments.
After the thrilling success of Seven, Universal released The Bone Collector, based on a popular novel. Denzel plays Lincoln Rhyme, a quadriplegic detective whose mind leads the investigations, while Angelina’s Amelia is his eyes and ears on the ground.
Angelina shared how haunted she was by the script and how challenging it was to portray Amelia’s toughness and vulnerability. The love between the two was built on more than touch; it was mental and emotional, a “seduction with your mind” that she found extremely captivating.
She singled out a scene where Amelia uses intellect and sensory perception to engage Lincoln, calling it the best sex she had on screen. The film’s shooting was emotionally taxing but the mental bond with Denzel made it special.
Though reviews were mixed, the movie earned over $150 million. Years later, fans rejoiced when the sequel was confirmed, bringing these two stars and their electric connection back together.
