Ryan Coogler solidified his filmmaking career by crafting movies that were either inspired by true events or already connected to massive IPs. But, with his 2025 movie release, Sinners, Coogler tells a totally original story that further showcases the bounds of his imagination and moviemaking prowess. Of course, had he wanted to, Coogler could’ve just opted to make another sequel instead of his critically acclaimed vampire epic. However, the fan-favorite director had good reasons for choosing to try out something new.
As awards season ramps up, Ryan Coogler, along with Sinners’ cast and crew, have been making the rounds and discussing their film at various events. Coogler recently participated in Deadline’s Contenders Film: Los Angeles, where he confirmed Black Panther 3 would be his next movie. Ahead of taking on that threequel, though, the Oakland native felt compelled to make his musical horror flick in an entertainment landscape that’s going through massive changes:
