American Fiction

2024 - 3 - 11

Is 'American Fiction' Set to Sweep the Oscars? Director Shares Insights

American Fiction - Cord Jefferson - Erasure - Independent Filmmaking - International Booker Prize - Jeffrey Wright - Latin American Fiction - Laura Karpman - Oscar Awards - Percival Everett

Director Cord Jefferson pleads with Hollywood for more opportunities for emerging creatives. Find out more about this award-winning film!

The buzz around 'American Fiction' is reaching a fever pitch as the Oscars approach. Director Cord Jefferson, nominated for best adapted screenplay, revealed that the film was a passion project, crafted with immense dedication. Set in Boston, Brookline, and Scituate, this satirical masterpiece, adapted from Percival Everett's novel 'Erasure,' follows the journey of a frustrated author turned unexpectedly wealthy. Starring Jeffrey Wright, the film has garnered acclaim for its smart and poignant commentary on racial dynamics.

As the Oscars night unfolded, 'American Fiction' emerged victorious, clinching the coveted award for best adapted screenplay. Jefferson's emotional acceptance speech resonated with audiences, highlighting the significance of recognition for underdog projects. The movie's composer, Laura Karpman, added a delightful touch with her unique style and even tossed candies during the event, creating a memorable moment.

With its success at the Oscars, 'American Fiction' has sparked conversations about diversity and inclusion in Hollywood. Cord Jefferson's plea for more opportunities for emerging creatives has struck a chord in the industry, paving the way for future groundbreaking projects. As the film continues to make waves, it stands as a testament to the power of storytelling and representation on the big screen.

In a remarkable turn of events, the movie has not only captivated audiences but also earned critical acclaim, positioning it as a frontrunner in the realm of contemporary cinema. Jefferson's perseverance and dedication to bringing this unique narrative to life have set a new standard for storytelling in the industry, leaving a lasting impact on the film community.

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Can 'American Fiction' take home best picture? Director talks ... (KGO-TV)

Director Cord Jefferson, nominated for best adapted screenplay, said they made the film because they were passionate about it. OTRC logo.

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'American Fiction's Cord Jefferson Pleads With Hollywood To Give ... (Deadline)

American Fiction's Cord Jefferson is officially an Oscar winner — and he's pleading with Hollywood studios to give more up and coming creatives a shot at ...

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'American Fiction' takes home Oscar for best adapted screenplay (WLS-TV)

"This means the world to me," said director Cord Jefferson during his acceptance speech. The film was adapted from Percival Everett's "Erasure," a 2001 novel ...

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American Fiction, filmed in Boston, Brookline and Scituate, wins ... (Boston 25 News)

Director Cord Jefferson and adapted from Pervical Everett's 2001 novel Erasue, the satire follows a frustrated author and professor who unexpectedly gets rich ...

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Boston-based film 'American Fiction' wins Oscar for Best Adaptive ... (masslive.com)

The movie is based off Percival Everett's 2001 novel “Erasure,” which follows Thelonious “Monk” Ellison, portrayed by Jeffrey Wright in the film.

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Review: 'American Fiction' is a smart, overstuffed satire on racial ... (The Huntington News)

Erika Alexander and Jeffrey Wright star in the satirical dramedy “American Fiction.” The film, based on the novel “Erasure,” was nominated for five Academy ...

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'American Fiction' takes best adapted screenplay Oscar (Houston Chronicle)

The film starring Jeffrey Wright has been tapped as an underdog surprise in this year's Academy Awards and Jefferson gave a speech begging for Hollywood to ...

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American Fiction composer Laura Karpman tosses candy at 2024 ... (Daily Mail)

The 65-year-old jazz musician and occasional scat singer stood out with a striking handbag decorated with the Cadbury Dairy Milk logo, from which she appeared ...

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'American Fiction' takes home Oscar for best adapted screenplay (WPVI-TV)

"This means the world to me," said director Cord Jefferson during his acceptance speech. The film was adapted from Percival Everett's "Erasure," a 2001 novel ...

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American Fiction Writer Cord Jefferson Implores Hollywood to Take ... (PEOPLE.com)

'American Fiction' won Best Adapted Screenplay at the 2024 Academy Awards, being named over other nominees Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach for 'Barbie', ...

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'American Fiction' Wins Best Adapted Screenplay At 2024 Oscars (Vibe)

The comedy-drama already won awards at the Celebration Of Cinema & Television, American Film Institute Awards, New York Film Critics Online Awards, Black Film ...

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Former Root Staff Writer Cord Jefferson Wins Oscar For 'American ... (The Root)

He shouted out Hollywood's need to make smaller pictures for less money.

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“American Fiction” Writer Cord Jefferson Implores Hollywood to Take ... (Yahoo Movies UK)

The other nominees were Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach for 'Barbie', Christopher Nolan for 'Oppenheimer', Tony McNamara for 'Poor Things' and Jonathan ...

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Latin American fiction 'booms' again on International Booker prize ... (The Guardian)

Spotlighting novels from Argentinia, Venezuela, Brazil and Peru, works from the continent make up a quarter of this year's nominees.

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'American Fiction' Director Cord Jefferson Attributes Oscar Win To A ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

Cord Jefferson won at the Oscars on Sunday, taking home the award for Best Adapted Screenplay for American Fiction. Based on the novel Erasure by Percival ...

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International Booker Prize longlist signals second 'boom' in Latin ... (The Bookseller)

South American authors account for almost a quarter of this year's International Booker Prize longlist, with books representing Brazil, Argentina, ...

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Amazon MGM Studios wins big with 'American Fiction' at the 2024 ... (About Amazon)

Screenwriter and director Cord Jefferson took home his first Academy Award for 'American Fiction.' Here are the plot details and streaming options.

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Filmed in Scituate, 'American Fiction' receives Oscar at 96th ... (The Patriot Ledger)

Filmed in Scituate, 'American Fiction' takes home Oscar for best adapted screenplay during the 96th Academy Awards on Sunday.

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Oscars 2024 Winners: 'Oppenheimer' Wins Best Picture, Cillian ... (The Wall Street Journal)

American Fiction” won the Oscar for best adapted screenplay, a triumph for writer-director Cord Jefferson, whose publishing-industry satire marks his first ...

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Tucson native Cord Jefferson wins Oscar for 'American Fiction ... (KJZZ)

Tucson native Cord Jefferson won the award for best adapted screenplay for his satirical film, “American Fiction,” at the Academy Awards on Sunday night.

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