American Fiction Secures DGA & SAG Award Nominations
January 10, 2024 — Los Angeles, CA — American Fiction, the striking debut feature from writer-director Cord Jefferson, has earned major industry recognition with nominations from both the Directors Guild of America (DGA) and the Screen Actors Guild Awards (SAG).
DGA Recognition
Cord Jefferson received a nomination for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in First-Time Theatrical Feature Film at the 76th DGA Awards. This nod underscores his skillful storytelling and command behind the camera as a first-time feature filmmaker.
SAG Awards Nods
At the 30th Annual SAG Awards, American Fiction earned three nominations:
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Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture (Ensemble)
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Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role (Jeffrey Wright)
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Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role (Sterling K. Brown)
These nominations showcase both Jefferson’s capabilities behind the lens and the strength and chemistry of the film’s ensemble.
