“Sinners” by Ryan Coogler breaks historical record with 16 Oscar nominations

The film “Sinners”, directed by Ryan Coogler and starring Michael B. Jordan, marked a milestone in film history by becoming the production with the most nominations in a single edition of the Academy Awards, reaching 16 mentions. With this achievement, the film surpasses the previous record of 14 nominations, which for decades were shared by emblematic productions such as Titanic, La La Land and All About Eve, consolidating itself as the big favorite of the season. “Sinners” gained recognition in the main categories, including Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor, as well as in multiple technical sections such as screenplay, photography, editing, original music, production design and visual effects, demonstrating almost total support from the Academy.

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Set in the southern United States during the 1930s, the story combines elements of drama and horror with a strong cultural and musical identity, inspired by the blues and the African American roots, which has been widely praised by specialized critics. The success of the film represents one of the most outstanding moments in Ryan Coogler’s career and positions “Sinners” as the main contender in the next Oscar Awards ceremony, scheduled to be held in March 2026.