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Vulture
4 months ago
Writing

A Thesis on Cord Jefferson

Cord Jefferson's movie American Fiction is gaining recognition and awards-season nominations
Jefferson discusses his background and interest in writing fiction [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Writing

American Fiction' Director Cord Jefferson on Hollywood's New Shuffle

Cord Jefferson adapted Percival Everett's novel 'Erasure' into a film, which he also directed.
The film, titled 'American Fiction', stars Jeffrey Wright, Issa Rae, Tracee Ellis Ross, and Sterling K. Brown. [ more ]
www.npr.org
5 months ago
Books

Advice from a critic: Read 'Erasure' before seeing 'American Fiction'

The film American Fiction is based on the novel Erasure by Percival Everett, which is a scathing and prescient satire on race and the politics of art.
Cord Jefferson, an Emmy-winning TV writer, adapted and directed the film, which has attracted well-placed admirers and is set to release on December 15. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
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Confronting the audience and breaking the fourth wall: why Black drama is getting meta

American Fiction explores metafiction through a self-aware narrative of a struggling Black academic turned successful author amidst societal expectations. [ more ]
www.npr.org
3 months ago
Writing

If the part isn't right, Tracee Ellis Ross says 'turn it into what you want it to be'

Tracee Ellis Ross enjoys working with first-time directors because it brings a fresh perspective.
Ross was initially hesitant to play a mother on Black-ish but turned the role into what she wanted it to be. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
5 months ago
Books

Review: Wright is brilliant in smart, funny American Fiction'

American Fiction is a crowd-pleaser that satirizes race, media, artists, and identity politics.
The film explores the frustrations and experiences of a Black writer who is tired of the exploitation and stereotypes in the industry. [ more ]
IndieWire
5 months ago
Film

Before 'American Fiction,' Star Jeffrey Wright Had Gotten Used to Playing Characters Very Different Than Him

Jeffrey Wright's film 'American Fiction' has won the People's Choice Award at the Toronto International Film Festival, increasing its chances for a Best Picture Oscar nomination.
Wright has been busy with other film projects, including Wes Anderson's 'Asteroid City' and the biopic 'Rustin'. [ more ]
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