Ryan Coogler's Grandfather Inspired 'Sinners' Film
Ryan Coogler’s grandfather inspired his ambitious new movie ‘Sinners’
Ryan Coogler’s grandfather inspired his ambitious new movie ‘Sinners’
Ryan Coogler’s latest film, “Sinners,” is a genre-hopping ride that marks the director’s first foray into a completely original concept. The movie, which Coogler also wrote, follows identical twin brothers who open a juke joint in Mississippi, only to have their plans disrupted by a trio of vampires. Despite the film’s shift from period piece to vampire flick, “Sinners” is a personal and ambitious project that explores themes of family, ownership, and the generational influence of the blues. Coogler’s decision to make a deal with Warner Bros. to own the rights to the film in 25 years reflects his commitment to telling a story that is deeply personal and meaningful to him.
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