'Sinners' Debuts to Acclaim, Highlights Black Heritage

Ryan Coogler's new film, 'Sinners', starring Michael B. Jordan and Hailee Steinfeld, has debuted to critical acclaim, achieving a perfect 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes from 36 reviews. Set in the 1930s South, the period horror film features Jordan as twin brothers who return to their hometown to open a blues club, only to confront a vampiric evil. The film is praised for its strong performances, the fusion of genres, and its evocative portrayal of Black life in the Jim Crow South. Coogler draws personal inspiration from his family ties to Mississippi and his late uncle's love for blues music. Steinfeld, who plays a multi-racial vampire, expressed a deep personal connection to her role, relating it to her own family heritage. Critics have lauded the film as a 'stirringly entertaining' and 'must-see' blockbuster, highlighting its unique blend of horror and cultural commentary.