Veteran actor Jeffrey Wright (Casino Royale; The Batman) is on top form in the sharp-witted comedy American Fiction. Based on the 2001 novel Erasure by Percival Everett, the film follows frustrated novelist-professor Thelonious 'Monk' Ellison (Wright) who writes an outlandishly stereotypical 'black' book as satire, only for the book to be published to high sales and praise.
The movie is the feature film debut of director Cord Jefferson and showcases a strong supporting cast including Sterling K. Brown (Waves). American Fiction has already opened to critical acclaim in America and has now received five Oscar nominations including Best Picture.
Before the movie opens in the UK it's played to eager Cineworld audiences as part of our Secret Screening. We've rounded up some of the best reactions.
I didn't know Jeffrey Wright could be so funny. The whole cast were superb and the way it swung from hilarious to tragic and back was expertly managed
— Peter Sisson (@velvetcactus198) January 22, 2024
I found it to be an absolute delight. I don’t tend to laugh out loud at comedy movies, but this saw a few hearty chuckles.
— Kate J (@katej1984) January 22, 2024
Hilarious one minute, and tragic the next. Well worth a watch
An excellent movie, Jeffrey Wright really shines throughout, wasn't expecting as much comedy as there was. Certainly worth seeing again.
— Blazing Minds (@BlazingMinds) January 22, 2024
A cynically funny look at the way mainstream culture latches on to stereotypes and plays into them. It’s an almost meta film that keeps the laughs coming at just the right moments. Might not be for everyone, but I really enjoyed it.
— Mohammad Shakir (@mojokola) January 22, 2024
What a first #secretscreening of 2024! Superb from start through to the incredible finish. Flawless cast with Jeffrey Wright and Sterling K.Brown leading the way! A funny, poignant and beautifully crafted movie. Highly recommended for anyone thinking about seeing it!
— James Stewart (@jambon75) January 22, 2024
Was so pleased the secret film was American Fiction! Loved it. Scathing, funny and surprisingly moving. Laughed and found myself shedding a tear or two. And raises a lot of interesting questions about race, identity, literature and exploiting a flawed system.
— Spiritfarer_1983 (@1983Spiritfarer) January 22, 2024
If those responses have inspired you to watch American Fiction then catch it at Cineworld from February 2nd. Book your tickets via the link below.
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