The vampire thriller "Sinners," directed by Ryan Coogler, has achieved a record-breaking 16 Oscar nominations for the 98th Academy Awards. This achievement surpasses previous record-holders "All About Eve," "Titanic," and "La La Land," all of which received 14 nominations. The film, which features a predominantly Black cast and explores Black culture, has been recognized across numerous categories.
Key nominations include Best Actor for Michael B. Jordan, Best Supporting Actor for Delroy Lindo, and Best Supporting Actress for Wunmi Mosaku. Ryan Coogler himself received nominations for Best Director, Best Picture, and Original Screenplay. The film's extensive list of nominations also spans technical and artistic achievements such as cinematography, costume design, original score, and visual effects.
"Sinners" is a genre-bending film that grossed over $360 million worldwide. It tells the story of twin brothers, portrayed by Michael B. Jordan, who return to Mississippi after navigating Chicago's criminal underworld. They aim to establish a juke joint using money obtained from the mafia, but their plans are disrupted by an attack from white vampires. Coogler's directing nod places him in competition with notable filmmakers like Chloé Zhao and Paul Thomas Anderson.