Ryan Coogler Expresses “Eternal Gratitude” After ‘Sinners’ Box Office Success: “Your Response to the Film Has Invigorated Me”

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Ryan Coogler has expressed profound appreciation after the impressive opening weekend performance of his film, “Sinners.

The movie director wrote a heartfelt message for those who attended the cinema last week to watch the film featuring Michael B. Jordan. This horror movie revolves around twin brothers attempting to restart their lives in their old hometown, hoping to escape from their troubled pasts. However, they soon realize upon their return that an even more sinister force is lurking and ready to greet them once more.

Endless appreciation fills me. I am overflowing with it,” Coogler’s letter stated. “I want to express my gratitude to every individual who purchased a ticket for Sinners. To those who traveled to see the movie in various formats. To those who bought popcorn and a drink, arranged childcare, carpooled, waited in the lobby after the film, chatted, and formed new friendships. To those who adjusted their work schedules. To those who watched the movie with friends.

He mentioned, “I’d like to express my gratitude to everyone who watched the movie multiple times, those who shared the film with others – whether it was face-to-face, through social media platforms, or via text messages.

Over the Easter weekend, the movie “Sinners” reigned supreme at the domestic box office with a projected earning of around $48 million, outshining “A Minecraft Movie”. This triumph was achieved following almost flawless critical acclaim and exceptional ratings among viewers.

The letter went on to say, ‘I was fortunate enough to create a film influenced by my family and heritage, but it was a movie we’ve always envisioned for viewers, in cinemas.’ Throughout the process, our focus was primarily on you, the audience, and we felt a strong obligation to engage and move you, as only cinema can.

The director of “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” expressed, “I have faith in cinema. I value the thrill of the movie theater. I consider it a crucial aspect of our society. This conviction is what has driven me and countless others to dedicate our lives to this art. We wouldn’t be able to do what we love if you didn’t attend. The worldwide movie-going audience has given me the opportunity to dream, establish a career, and create a more stable life for myself and my family. And the best way I know to express gratitude for that is by delving deeper into my personal experiences and relationships to craft more tales for you in cinematic terms. Seeing your reactions to the film has rejuvenated me and many others who cherish this art form.

Speaking about the creation of the script and the film itself, Cooger admitted to drawing inspiration from his cinematic role models without any hesitation. He went on to name some of the industry greats who have influenced him, such as Spike Lee, John Singleton, Ernie Barnes, Steve McQueen, Ava DuVernay, Quentin Tarantino, Paul Thomas Anderson, Jordan Peele, David Cronenberg, David Lynch, Christopher Nolan, Emma Thomas, Francis Ford Coppola, Steven Spielberg, Martin Scorsese, George Lucas, and Stephen King, just to name a few.

Read the full letter below.

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2025-04-23 02:24