[FILM INTERVIEW] RYAN COOGLER Reacts To His Golden Globes Nomination

Statement from Ryan Coogler, Director, Screenwriter and Producer of SINNERS

My heart is filled with gratitude at the news of the nominations from the Golden Globes. I am honored to be recognized along with Zinzi Coogler, Sev Ohanian, Ludwig Goransson, Raphael Saadiq, and the great Michael B. Jordan, who was able to deliver two incredibly layered performances. Mike often makes carving characters into the global cultural consciousness look easy. Having worked with Michael for well over a decade I’ve seen him do it from up close again and again, but from day one on Sinners, I knew he was on a different level this time. We were all in awe at his artistry, determination, and discipline while bringing Smoke and Stack to life, and I knew it would register with audiences, but I secretly hoped that the highwire act of these two performances would not be overlooked. I’m so excited that his work was recognized. 

Sinners was a team effort and a family affair. We assembled an impeccable cast and dedicated crew who are all masters at their craft. The story was built out of a love for my uncle, a passion for the theatrical experience, and an obsession with America’s greatest contribution to global popular culture- Blues music. That I had the opportunity to make this film with this cast and had WB release it to packed theaters all over the world was gift enough, but the reality that Sinners is still being thought of nearly eight months after our initial release is an incredible blessing. Thank you to the Golden Globes, to WB, to our cast and crew, and to everyone keeping discussion about our film alive.