Please note: If you already have a DCU at the DGA pass, you’re all set! Access to this event (and reception) is included – you do not need to purchase a ticket.

 
Our series of three Directors Close-Up evenings at the Directors Guild of America begins with Cord Jefferson: Making Fiction a Reality.

American Fiction is the debut feature from acclaimed television writer Cord Jefferson (Watchmen, Station Eleven). Debuting at Toronto, this whip-smart social satire has become the sleeper hit of the new year. We’re excited to go behind the scenes with Cord and his team of collaborators for a deep dive into what it took to bring the film to the big screen.

Cord Jefferson (Writer/Director, American Fiction; Writer, Watchmen)
Jeffrey Wright (Actor; American Fiction, Asteroid City)
Erika Alexander (Actor; American Fiction, Earth Mama)
Cristina Dunlap (DP; American Fiction, Cha Cha Real Smooth)
Laura Karpman (Composer; American Fiction, The Marvels)
Hilda Rasula (Editor; American Fiction, Little America)

Moderated by Darrien Michele Gipson (Executive Director, SAGindie)

A hosted reception will follow the filmmaker conversation.
 

Tickets & Pricing

$35 for Film Independent Members
$45 for the general public

Purchase Tickets

Please note: If you already have a DCU at the DGA pass, you’re all set! Access to this event (and reception) is included – you do not need to purchase a ticket.
 

Event Policies & Parking

Masks are optional. This is subject to change as we continue to monitor public health guidance.

Free, secure underground parking is available at the Directors Guild of America. Enter via Hayworth Ave.

Availability window and registration capacity may vary; always register as early as possible. All ticket sales are final; no refunds or exchanges.

Attendees must follow all rules and guidelines as laid out by Film Independent and/or its partners. If a guest has been registered for an event by a Member, these policies shall apply to that guest. Violation of written policies and/or staff instructions may result in removal from the venue and/or suspension or termination of Membership/access to future events.

Event details and guest participation are subject to change or cancellation without prior notice.
 

Accessibility

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