Whitaker 'would rather starve than compromise' on roles

Forest Whitaker would rather starve than play a dull character.

The Oscar-winning actor - who has played ruthless Ugandan dictator Idi Amin in 'The Last King of Scotland' and Captain Ed Ramey in cliffhanger movie 'Phone Booth - admits his "secret" is to only select the very best roles offered to him by casting directors.