Sinners (2025 Film) Overview

General Information

• Title: Sinners
• Genre: Horror
• Director/Writer: Ryan Coogler
• Release Date: April 18, 2025
• Running Time: 138 minutes
• Country: United States
• Language: English
• Budget: $90-100 million
• Box Office: $207.2 million

Plot Summary

• Set in 1932, Mississippi Delta, focusing on identical twins Smoke and Stack.
• Twins return to Clarksdale, Mississippi after working with the Chicago Outfit.
• Use stolen money to buy a sawmill to start a juke joint for the black community.
• Encounter supernatural events involving vampires.
• The plot intertwines elements of the supernatural with themes of racism and community.

Cast

• Michael B. Jordan as Smoke and Stack Moore (twin brothers).
• Hailee Steinfeld as Mary, Stack's ex-girlfriend.
• Miles Caton as Sammie "Preacher Boy" Moore, aspiring musician.
• Jack O'Connell as Remmick, Irish vampire.
• Others: Wunmi Mosaku, Jayme Lawson, Omar Miller, Delroy Lindo, etc.

Production Details

• Cinematography: Autumn Durald Arkapaw
• Music: Ludwig Gransson, inspired by blues music.
• Production Company: Proximity Media
• Distributed by: Warner Bros. Pictures

Filming and Development

• Developed in January 2024, production from April-July 2024.
• Shot on 65mm film using IMAX and Ultra Panavision cameras.
• Ludwig Gransson composed the score, blending blues inspiration with cinematic themes.

Critical Reception

• Premiered on April 3, 2025, released on April 18, 2025.
• Received critical acclaim for direction, score, and performances.
• Earned high box office returns, becoming one of the highest-grossing films of 2025.

Music and Soundtrack

• Score described as a blend of blues and movie score.
• Soundtrack released via Sony Music, features prominent blues musicians.

Box Office Performance

• Successful opening, grossing $48 million in the first weekend.
• Demonstrated strong performance against other films, significant audience turnout.
• Notable demographic reach with diverse audience base.

Critical Analysis

• Highly rated on Rotten Tomatoes (98% positive) and Metacritic (84/100).
• Praised for its storytelling, music, and cultural elements.
• Critical discussions around the film's balance between grounded and supernatural storytelling.

Additional Notes

• The film involves complex themes such as community, music’s supernatural aspect, and racial issues.
• Features a unique blend of horror, musical elements, and cultural exploration.