8.0
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
American Fiction (2023)
American Fiction (2023)
Overview
A novelist fed up with the establishment profiting from "Black" entertainment uses a pen name to write a book that propels him into the heart of hypocrisy and the madness he claims to disdain.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Political: Strong Left
Diversity: High
LGBTQ: Positive
Viewer Rating
8.0
Overview
A novelist fed up with the establishment profiting from "Black" entertainment uses a pen name to write a book that propels him into the heart of hypocrisy and the madness he claims to disdain.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The film's central thesis is a sharp, satirical critique of systemic racism and the commodification of Black identity within cultural institutions, explicitly targeting the hypocrisies of white liberal gatekeepers and neoliberal diversity initiatives.
American Fiction offers a satirical and critical examination of racial representation and systemic biases within the American literary and entertainment industries. The film challenges stereotypical Black narratives, explores the multifaceted nature of Black identity, and critiques the influence of white liberal audiences and industry gatekeepers in shaping these portrayals, while also addressing intersectional issues within the Black community.
Secondary
American Fiction portrays LGBTQ+ themes primarily through Cliff, a middle-aged gay man. His character arc emphasizes authenticity and self-acceptance, resisting stereotypes. While facing familial tension, the film normalizes his relationships and treats his identity with dignity and nuance, ultimately presenting a respectful and affirming individual journey.
American Fiction does not feature transsexual characters or themes as a central or significant part of its narrative. The film's focus is on satirizing racial stereotypes in literature and media, rather than exploring gender identity or trans issues.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film "American Fiction" is an adaptation of a novel, but the provided information explicitly states that no characters have their on-screen gender differ from their established gender in the source material. All characters are portrayed in line with their intended genders.
The film's major characters, Thelonious "Monk" Ellison and Sintara Golden, are portrayed by African American actors Jeffrey Wright and Issa Rae, respectively. This casting aligns with their established ethnicity as Black American characters in Percival Everett's novel *Erasure*, the source material.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.5
7.3
Critic Ratings
9.3
8.1
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