With “American Fiction,” Cord Jefferson, best known for penning television episodes of “Succession” and “Watchmen,” helms one of the finest directorial debuts se…
,” Cord Jefferson, best known for penning television episodes of “Succession” and “Watchmen,” helms one of the finest directorial debuts seen since Sam Mendes’ “American Beauty.” In the style that feels like an audacious blend of Alexander Payne’s “Sideways” and Nicole Holofcener’s “Can You Ever Forgive Me,” he shepherds an audacious dramedy anchored by a career-best and Oscar-worthy performance from star.
The film also stars Emmy nominee Tracee Ellis Ross, John Ortiz, Adam Brody, Issa Rae, Sterling K. Brown, Erika Alexander and Leslie Uggams. Like other journeyman actors who garnered recognition late in their careers, such as Richard Jenkins in “The Visitor” or David Strathairn for “Good Night and Good Luck,” Wright could find himself in contention for lead actor. His deadpan and perfect comedic timing will simply irresistible, and the Actors Branch could feel the same.
Jefferson has been beloved in the TV world, winning a WGA prize for penning episodes of “Succession” in 2020, the same year he won an Emmy for writing the “Watchmen” episode “This Extraordinary Being,” which he shared with Damon Lindelof.
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