What can one say about an author popularly called "Monk" ( Jeffrey Wright) who is disillusioned with the way the black African American has been stereotyped in novels and what pains him more is that such books sell a lot and plenty of money is made ? He does not subscribe to this type of profiling of the blacks( gang wars, drugs, crime etc) and therefore his books don't sell ( not black enough they say). Circumstances make him half heartedly write a novel similar to the ones he despises ( very black as he says) Additionally he gives it a profane title..To his surprise the book sells extremely well, a lot of money is made, his standard of living improves, he can meet his commitments, he gets an offer from Hollywood and also gets literary award.

Based on this strong and well structured screenplay, director Cord Jefferson builds a biting satire with some razor sharp dialogue, some witty one liners, amusing situations and relatable emotional scenes of family relationships.( a bedridden mother and estranged relationship with a gay brother). The movie shows how readers/ audiences can be manipulated to sensationalize a book/ movie. It could get the best picture Oscar. The highlight is however the superb acting of Jeffrey and no surprises if he lands up with an award. An impressive performance by Sterling K Brown as the brother cut off from the family is another highlight. He may get an award too. I found that two sequences are very effective. One where Monk to his dismay finds his not so successful books stacked away in the far end of the library and questions the librarian. Two when the studio producer is discussing the conversion of the book into film and is thrilled to talk to Monk.