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Cord Jefferson Finds Catharsis With 'American Fiction'

Cord Jefferson Finds Catharsis With 'American Fiction'

FromFresh Air


Cord Jefferson Finds Catharsis With 'American Fiction'

FromFresh Air

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Length:
45 minutes
Released:
Dec 12, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

The movie American Fiction is a satire about a Black writer who can't get his latest book published because it's not "Black" enough. He decides to write a book with every offensive Black stereotype he can think of — and gets a $1 million book deal. Screenwriter/director Cord Jefferson says he experienced something similar as a writer in Hollywood. Also, jazz critic Kevin Whitehead reviews a new album from tenor saxophonist Jerry Bergonzi.
Released:
Dec 12, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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Fresh Air from WHYY, the Peabody Award-winning weekday magazine of contemporary arts and issues, is one of public radio's most popular programs. Hosted by Terry Gross, the show features intimate conversations with today's biggest luminaries.