Cord Jefferson
Feb 06, 2024•1 hr 1 min
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Episode description
Writer director Cord Jefferson (American Fiction) and host Ben Mankiewicz talk life transitions, bravery, and family for this in-depth conversation. Jefferson charts his path from journalist to TV writer to first-time film director of 2023’s celebrated American Fiction. He shares the movies important to him and gives his take on the ending of Shawshank Redemption.
FILMS MENTIONED:
American Fiction
Saltburn
Promising Young Woman
Sex, Lies, and Videotape
Master of None
The Good Place
Succession*
Watchmen*
The People vs. Larry Flynt
Do The Right Thing
Jacob’s Ladder
Clueless
Cruel Intentions
Dangerous Liaisons
Punch-Drunk Love
Shawshank Redemption
Paths of Glory
The Killing
Eyes Wide Shut
Full Metal Jacket*
Pulp Fiction*
Young Frankenstein
Blazing Saddles*
Philadelphia
*Available on Max as of 2/6 (Availability of titles subject to change)
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