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In this episode, we delve into Ryan Coogler’s genre-blending Southern Gothic horror film, Sinners. Set in 1932 Mississippi, the movie follows twin brothers Smoke and Stack as they return home to open a juke joint, only to confront a supernatural threat that challenges their community and beliefs.
Episode Index
Intro: 0:07
Sinners:
Sinners (2025)
Out of 10 Demon Calling Guitars
Darryl: **/10
Brian: 8.1/10
Summary
In 1932 Mississippi, twin brothers Smoke and Stack return home to open a juke joint, only to uncover a dark supernatural threat lurking in their town. As violence spreads, they must confront both the evil among them and the sins of their own past. Sinners blends Southern Gothic horror with a powerful story of family, faith, and redemption.
Cast & Characters
Michael B. Jordan – Smoke and Stack, twin brothers and World War I veterans.
Miles Caton – Sammie Moore, their musically gifted cousin; this marks Caton’s acting debut.
Hailee Steinfeld – Mary, Stacks ex-girlfriend
Jayme Lawson – Pearline, a singer at the juke joint.
Wunmi Mosaku – Annie, Smoke’s estranged wife and the emotional core of the story.
Jack O’Connell – Remmick, an Irish-immigrant vampire antagonist.
Delroy Lindo – Delta Slim, a pianist
Saul Williamson – Jedidiah, Sammie’s father and a local pastor.
Omar Miller – Cornbread, the juke joint’s bouncer.
Li Jun Li – Grace, a local shopkeeper.
Yao – Bo Chow, Grace’s husband and a shopkeeper
Lola Kirke – Joan, a local KKK member and Bert’s wife
Peter Dreimanis – Bert, a local KKK member and Joan’s husband
Writer & Director
Ryan Coogler – Serving as writer, director, and co-producer, Coogler brings his signature storytelling to this original narrative.
Production Notes
Production Company: Proximity Media, co-founded by Ryan Coogler, Zinzi Coogler, and Sev Ohanian.
Cinematography: Autumn Durald Arkapaw.
Editing: Michael P. Shawver.
Music: Ludwig Göransson, whose score is integral to the film’s atmosphere.
Filming Locations: Shot on location in Louisiana from April to July 2024.
Release Date: Premiered on April 3, 2025, and released theatrically in the U.S. on April 18, 2025.
Budget & Box Office
Budget: Estimated between $90–100 million.
Box Office: As of April 27, 2025, Sinners has grossed approximately $163.2 million worldwide, with $123.2 million from the U.S. and Canada.
Critical Reception
CinemaScore: Received an “A” grade, a rare achievement for an R-rated horror film.
Critical Acclaim: Praised for its direction, performances, and musical score.
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