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Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners' Debuts to Critical Acclaim and 99% Rotten Tomatoes Score

The 1930s Mississippi-set horror film marks Coogler's first original feature and highest-rated project, blending supernatural thrills with cultural commentary.

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Production still from Sinners.

Overview

  • Sinners, starring Michael B. Jordan in dual roles, opened in theaters on April 18, 2025, earning a 99% Certified Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
  • The film is set in Jim Crow-era Mississippi and follows twin brothers confronting vampiric forces while opening a juke joint in their hometown.
  • Ryan Coogler's first foray into the horror genre uses vampirism as a metaphor for cultural exploitation and the tension between art and commerce.
  • The movie features a star-studded cast, including Hailee Steinfeld, Wunmi Mosaku, Delroy Lindo, and breakout performer Miles Caton.
  • Sinners includes visually striking musical sequences and mid- and end-credits scenes, offering a blend of horror, history, and musical spectacle.