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Jeffrey Wright Celebrates First Oscar Nomination for 'American Fiction'

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Legendary actor Jeffrey Wright's first Oscar nomination for 'American Fiction' has fans buzzing. Find out where to watch the acclaimed film and the hidden gems in the storyline!

Jeffrey Wright, the veteran actor known for his exceptional performances, is set to celebrate his first ever Oscar nomination for best actor in the film 'American Fiction.' This cultural satire has been creating a buzz in the movie industry, with fans eager to watch the acclaimed production. Based on the 2001 novel 'Erasure' by Percival Everett, 'American Fiction' has garnered five Oscar nominations, showcasing its excellence in storytelling and performance.

Composer Laura Karpman also received her first Oscar nomination for her work on the film, adding to the excitement surrounding this cinematic masterpiece. The Tucson director Cord Jefferson's screenplay for 'American Fiction' has earned him critical acclaim and multiple Oscar nominations, including best picture and best adapted screenplay. The film presents a refreshing blend of satire and humanity, exploring themes of race, identity, and art in contemporary America, making it a must-watch for movie enthusiasts.

In a unique twist, Tracee Ellis Ross shares her experience with shaping roles in Hollywood to fit her vision, shedding light on the industry's limited portrayal of Black women. 'American Fiction' balances razor-sharp satire with deeply felt emotions, resonating with audiences and critics alike. As the Oscars approach, all eyes are on the film, poised to make a lasting impact on the cinematic landscape.

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Jeffrey Wright on His Oscar Nomination for 'American Fiction' (The New York Times)

The veteran actor is going to celebrate his first Oscar nomination, for best actor for “American Fiction,” by driving his daughter back to college.

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Jeffrey Wright on his first Oscar nod for 'American Fiction' (Los Angeles Times)

A deeply respected actor's actor for decades, Wright has finally earned his first Academy Award nomination as an author in the cultural satire 'American ...

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Where To Watch American Fiction: Showtimes & Streaming Status (Screen Rant)

American Fiction has been nominated for five Oscars, and with many movie fans now wanting to watch the film, here's where you can find it.

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A Streaming Guide to American Fiction (ELLE.com)

The film “American Fiction” is based off of the 2001 novel “Erasure” by Percival Everett.

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These Best Picture Nominees—Including 'The Zone Of Interest' And ... (Forbes)

The Best Picture lineup at the upcoming Academy Awards will pit two summer box-office smashes, “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer,” against a slew of films with more ...

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'American Fiction' Composer Laura Karpman On Oscar Nomination ... (Deadline)

Composer Laura Karpman talks about her first Oscar nomination for American Fiction and scoring "tragedy and deeply felt emotions."

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Tucson director's film 'American Fiction' gets 5 Oscar nominations (Arizona Daily Star)

Tucson native and Canyon Del Oro grad Cord Jefferson got an Oscar nomination for his screenplay for "American Fiction," which also snagged best actor and ...

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Oscar Nominee Cord Jefferson on His Two Nods for 'American ... (Hollywood Reporter)

Nominated for best picture and best adapted screenplay, Jefferson hopes the film's total of four nods will open the door to a wider variety of Black stories ...

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'American Fiction', 'Poor Things' & 'Zone Of Interest' To Reap Oscar ... (Deadline)

'American Fiction', 'Poor Things' and ' Zone of Interest' Are the few Oscar Best Picture nominees seeing a box office boost from Oscar nominations.

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Review: “American Fiction” presents a refreshing blend of satire and ... (The Rice Thresher)

If you've been watching movies these few years, you've probably seen Jeffrey Wright. He was Commissioner Gordon in “The Batman,” reprised his role alongside ...

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Movie Review: 'American Fiction' - Catholic Review (The Catholic Review)

In his feature debut, "American Fiction" (Amazon MGM), writer-director Cord Jefferson pulls off an impressive balancing act. In adapting Percival Everett's ...

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If the part isn't right, Tracee Ellis Ross says 'turn it into what you want ... (NPR)

When it comes to Black women, Hollywood is "limited in its thinking" Ross says — so here's how she makes her roles her own.

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Independent Review Crew | American Fiction Pulls A Switcheroo (New Haven Independent)

American Fiction (2023)Cinemark Buckland Hills 18 XD and IMAXManchester, Conn. Jan. 23, 2024 Warning: This review contains spoilers. As soon as I saw the…

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'American Fiction' balances satire and humanity (Miscellany News)

The film, set between Los Angeles and a Massachusetts beach house, follows Thelonious “Monk” Ellison (Jeffrey Wright), a brilliant yet frustrated novelist ...

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THE TALK | Tracee Ellis Ross Reacts To 'American Fiction' Oscar ... (Radio Facts)

THE TALK | Tracee Ellis Ross Reacts to 'American Fiction' Oscar Noms; Maddie Ziegler Talks 'Fitting In'; Having 'intimacy coordinator' on Set (1/23). January ...

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American Fiction: Razor-Sharp Satire Cuts Deep (Fargo Underground)

American Fiction is a satirical rollercoaster ride through contemporary America's murky waters of race, art, and identity.

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'American Fiction' balances satire and humanity (Miscellany News)

Jesse Koblin/The Miscellany News. On a frigid Saturday night over winter break, I had the pleasure of seeing “American Fiction” (2023) at the Bronxville Picture ...

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